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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Security Engineer - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Linthicum Heights, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $216,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Control, Digital Forensics, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Azure Active Directory, Ansible, Security Software, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Data Logging, Okta, Cyber Threat Analysis, Git, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Software Coding, Terraform, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17809925?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17809925%2FCloud-Security-Engineer-Maryland-Linthicum ## About the Role Proficiency in cybersecurity principles and technologies (firewalls, IDS, SIEMs). * Knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). * Knowledge of the Authorization to Operation (ATO) process and Continuous ATO along with needed documentation. * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). * Knowledge of cloud networking, storage, and architecture. * Experience with cloud observability toolsets. * Experience with AWS cloud migration. * Understanding of version control systems (Git). * Experience configuring continuous integration/continuously delivery (CI/CD) cybersecurity tools. * Familiarity with Kubernetes environments and container security. * Basic understanding of Linux administration and programming (Java, Python, C#). * Understanding of Infrastructure and Configuration as Code tools (Ansible/Terraform). * Experience with identity and access management (IAM) solutions (Azure Entra ID, AWS IAM, Keycloak). * Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. * Required Certification: + Active IAT Level II (Security+) Certification * Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of experience, or Master's Degree and 10+ years of experience, or 7+ years with PhD. A degree should be within one of the following fields: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering. * In lieu of a degree in one of these fields of study, an additional 4 years of relevant experience or specialized training is required and one of the following active certifications: GMON, SecurityX/CASP+, CCSP, CISSO, Cloud+, CSSLP, FITSP-D, GCSA, GSEC, CCNP Enterprise, CISM, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, GCIA, GDSA, or GICSP. ## Description Peraton is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply. This Cloud Security Engineer is needed to assist in the planning, building and management of cybersecurity for a federal customer's Cloud Environment. These responsibilities would require a technical understanding and include addressing the cybersecurity of cloud deployments by ensuring the design, configuration, implementation, data controls, monitoring, logging, networking, and general architecture are all compliant with DoD regulations. The Cloud Security Engineer would help configure and build out tooling to scan and remediate vulnerabilities with production deployments and the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines used by development teams to deploy solutions. This position would be responsible for applying the proper cybersecurity controls and working with the architecture teams to make sure the build out of the cloud environments is properly hardened and secured. This role is fully onsite M-F. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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