Cloud Security Engineer 2

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer 2 to support the DOMEX Technology Platform, focusing on securing and maintaining compliance for cloud-based platforms that operate across multiple secure networks. In this role, you will apply cloud security expertise to harden environments, manage security risk, and help align execution with mission system requirements.

This position is based in the United States (onsite) and requires an active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical security expertise for cloud and cloud-native environments.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability management, and risk analysis for cloud-based systems across secure enclaves.
• Implement and manage security controls for Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications.
• Integrate security capabilities into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Develop and maintain ATO packages and support compliance with NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and ICD 503.
• Collaborate with compliance personnel, engineers, architects, and Government counterparts to support regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and minimum 3 years of experience in the category field; two additional years of experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree.
• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.
• 1+ years working in the cloud with secure configuration and deployment of AWS services.
• Demonstrated experience securing Kubernetes platforms and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and containers; must understand microservices architecture and service mesh.
• Experience with RMF, vulnerability management, and cloud compliance/security best practices.

Technologies

• AWS
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD
• DevSecOps
• NIST SP 800-37
• NIST SP 800-53
• CNSSI 1253
• ICD 503
• RMF
• microservices architecture
• service mesh

Benefits

• Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
• Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
• Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
• 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
• 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability, long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance up to $200,000.
• 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total); pre-tax and Roth options.
• Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
• 11 paid floating holidays.
• Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).

Preferred Qualifications

• Multiple IAT/IAM II or III advanced certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP/ISSEP, CISM, CCSP, or SecurityX/CASP+ CE.
• AWS Solutions Architect or AWS Security Specialty certifications.
• Kubernetes certifications such as KCNA, CKA, or CKS.
• Linux administration experience and certifications such as Linux+ or Red Hat credentials including RHCSA or RHCE.
• Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Nessus, SonarQube, Prisma Cloud, DAST, and SAST tools.
• Experience applying Zero Trust framework to secure systems.
• Prior network engineering experience.
• Experience applying security controls to Generative AI implementations.

Required Education and Experience Equivalency

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of experience.
• Associates Degree with 5 years of experience.
• Bachelors' Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Masters' Degree with 3 years of experience.
• PhD with 3 years of experience.

Required Certifications

• At least one DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or higher certification.