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# Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) - SME

- **Company:** Nisga'a TEK, LLC
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $185,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Database, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Network Protocols, Privacy Controls, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Multiaccess Edge Computing, Microservices
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86356437/1

## About the Role

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

 * Ability to use plain language to communicate complex concepts to all levels of the organization
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 * Ability to escalate issues quickly to enable rapid resolution
 * Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, * Minimum 5 years of relevant C&A experience
 * Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST C&A experience
 * DOD Cybersecurity experience
 * Experience in assessing Cybersecurity Controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information systems.
 * Experience with modern and dynamic computing (e.g., hybrid computing, edge computing, cloud native microservices) and networking protocols or standard Internet of Things (IoT) protocols
 * Experience and well versed in FedRAMP assessment methodology of security and privacy controls deployed in cloud information systems to include six (6) domain areas which include: Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements, Cloud Data Security, Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security, Cloud Application Security, Operations, Legal & Compliance
 * Certification as a Certified Cloud Security Professional
 * Clearance: Secret, * Bachelor's degree in a related field

## Description

The Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) - SME provides expert oversight of cloud cybersecurity, Certification & Accreditation (C&A), and Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation for Defense Logistics Agency systems under the J6 Enterprise Technology Services (JETS) contract., * Serve as the cloud cybersecurity and RMF Subject Matter Expert supporting DLA enterprise cloud initiatives

 * Lead and conduct Certification & Accreditation (C&A) activities for complex, large-scale information systems
 * Apply and interpret NIST RMF guidance, including SP 800-53 security controls and SP 800-37 RMF lifecycle requirements
 * Assess and validate implementation of cybersecurity controls in cloud environments
 * Evaluate security posture of modern computing environments, including hybrid computing, edge computing, containerized services, and IoT-enabled systems


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