Posted 1 day ago
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Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$74,256 - $101,920
IT - Security
Title: Cloud Administrator
Location: Remote
Clearance: Secret
Pay: Range dependent on years of experience: $35.70/hr - $49.00/hr
Position Summary:
The Cloud Administrator is responsible for managing and optimizing the organization’s cloud-based platforms and hybrid security environments. This role supports the deployment and enhancement of SIEM technology, Microsoft 365 security features, and cloud identity governance while ensuring compliance with organizational, NIST, and CMMC control requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong cloud security experience, automation and query language skills, and a working knowledge of modern cloud monitoring technologies.
Key Qualifications:
• Demonstrated ability to execute strategies, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with IT policies, data protection regulations, and audit requirements.
• Strong knowledge of NIST and CMMC requirements; background in security and compliance is a major plus.
• Knowledge of current technology trends, security practices, and IT service management methodologies.
• Experience administering RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) versions 6–9.
• Hands-on experience implementing Microsoft Sentinel or Splunk in hybrid cloud/on-prem environments.
• Proficiency in database management platforms such as SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle.
• Experience using database query languages including Kusto Query Language (KQL) and Search Processing Language (SPL).
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data, identify risks, and optimize system configurations.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and enhance security incident monitoring tools including Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, and ArcSight SIEM.
• Configure monitoring, analysis, and response workflows for security events using enterprise SIEM tools.
• Develop and maintain SIEM dashboards, alerts, correlation rules, analytics, and automated playbooks to support security operations.
• Review, enhance, and implement Azure and Microsoft 365 security controls including:
◦ Conditional Access
◦ Identity Protection
◦ Microsoft Defender suite
◦ Intune policies
◦ Sensitivity labels and retention policies
• Review and enforce privileged access models, administrator role assignments, and access governance practices to ensure alignment with ISO and CMMC frameworks.
• Support database-related operations, monitoring, and analytics using SQL, KQL, and SPL.
• Maintain security compliance and provide documentation for audits and regulatory review.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and infrastructure teams to maintain secure, resilient cloud environments.
• Continuously evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements for performance, cost optimization, and automation.
Location: Remote
Clearance: Secret
Pay: Range dependent on years of experience: $35.70/hr - $49.00/hr
Position Summary:
The Cloud Administrator is responsible for managing and optimizing the organization’s cloud-based platforms and hybrid security environments. This role supports the deployment and enhancement of SIEM technology, Microsoft 365 security features, and cloud identity governance while ensuring compliance with organizational, NIST, and CMMC control requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong cloud security experience, automation and query language skills, and a working knowledge of modern cloud monitoring technologies.
Key Qualifications:
• Demonstrated ability to execute strategies, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with IT policies, data protection regulations, and audit requirements.
• Strong knowledge of NIST and CMMC requirements; background in security and compliance is a major plus.
• Knowledge of current technology trends, security practices, and IT service management methodologies.
• Experience administering RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) versions 6–9.
• Hands-on experience implementing Microsoft Sentinel or Splunk in hybrid cloud/on-prem environments.
• Proficiency in database management platforms such as SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle.
• Experience using database query languages including Kusto Query Language (KQL) and Search Processing Language (SPL).
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data, identify risks, and optimize system configurations.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and enhance security incident monitoring tools including Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, and ArcSight SIEM.
• Configure monitoring, analysis, and response workflows for security events using enterprise SIEM tools.
• Develop and maintain SIEM dashboards, alerts, correlation rules, analytics, and automated playbooks to support security operations.
• Review, enhance, and implement Azure and Microsoft 365 security controls including:
◦ Conditional Access
◦ Identity Protection
◦ Microsoft Defender suite
◦ Intune policies
◦ Sensitivity labels and retention policies
• Review and enforce privileged access models, administrator role assignments, and access governance practices to ensure alignment with ISO and CMMC frameworks.
• Support database-related operations, monitoring, and analytics using SQL, KQL, and SPL.
• Maintain security compliance and provide documentation for audits and regulatory review.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and infrastructure teams to maintain secure, resilient cloud environments.
• Continuously evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements for performance, cost optimization, and automation.
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