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Cloud Security Engineer

World Wide Technology

Posted today
Secret
$130,000 - $170,000
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
washington d.c, DC (On-Site/Office)

This is a full-time direct hire position and you must currently have an active Secret Security Clearance or above. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship, 1099 status, or work with C2C for this role.

Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

What is the Government Services Team and why join?

Our Government Services team provides cleared resources with a global reach to federal civilian, Department of Defense (DoD), and intelligence community markets. We excel at delivering innovative, operationally ready, and cost-effective IT solutions that accelerate the interoperability and resiliency of mission-critical systems.

Location: Washington, DC

What will you be doing?

WWT is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to help design, implement, and maintain secure cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with cloud security tools, infrastructure automation, and DevSecOps practices. This role involves working closely with platform engineers, developers, and compliance teams to embed security into cloud solutions and ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Deploy and configure security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
  • Apply security baselines (CIS Benchmarks, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP) and assist with compliance alignment.
  • Support secure architecture reviews and provide guidance on best practices for cloud workloads.
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar) for security configurations.
  • Integrate security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, IaC scanning, container security) into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Assist in building automated guardrails and remediation workflows.
  • Implement centralized logging and monitoring for cloud environments.
  • Support compliance efforts by embedding security controls into cloud deployments and preparing evidence for audits.
  • Participate in incident response and vulnerability remediation activities.
  • Work with cloud engineers, developers, and compliance teams to ensure security objectives are met.
  • Act as a resource for cloud security best practices within project teams.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or cloud engineering, with at least 2 years focused on cloud security.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Familiarity with cloud-native security tools (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Defender, Google SCC).
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).
  • Basic scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, or Bash).
  • Understanding of IAM, encryption, networking, and key management in cloud environments.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or FedRAMP.
  • Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience with CI/CD security integration and DevSecOps practices.
  • Exposure to container security and Kubernetes hardening.
  • Certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer.
  • Familiarity with zero trust principles and enterprise identity platforms.

Want to learn more about Government Services? Check us out on our platform:

https://www.wwt.com/public-sector

https://www.wwt.com/government-services

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 to $170,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:
  • Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
  • Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
  • Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

Location: Washington, DC

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com .

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