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Sr. Cloud Engineer

Brookeville, MD · On-site

$57.25 - $76.25/hr

Design and own Azure Government landing zones across development, test, and production tiers, treating the environment. * Re-platform existing applications into scalable, resilient Azure designs ...

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AspectAzure GovernmentAzure Cloud Engineer
CertificationsAzure Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, Azure AdministratorAzure Fundamentals, Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator
Work EnvironmentU.S. government agencies, defense, federal agencies with compliance needsCommercial cloud environments, private sector companies, startups
Employer & Industry UsageFederal government, defense contractors, government-focused IT providersTech companies, consulting firms, enterprises adopting Azure
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding specialized cloud solutions for governmentLearning about Azure roles in cloud deployment and management

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Information Security Sr. Principal (Azure Security Senior Engineer)

General Dynamics Information Technology

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$148K - $201K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

General Dynamics Information Technology rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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REQ#: RQ226806Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Pipeline Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by providing services that help the government ensure the well being and support of U.S. citizens.

Job Description

Information Security Analyst Duties and Responsibilities:

Your Impact
Join a team supporting federal civilian agencies and contribute to protecting and enabling missioncritical systems that serve U.S. citizens.


Information System Security Officer Duties & Responsibilities:


Support government personnel in authorizing secure networks/applications in Azure Government Secret environments
Develop and submit A&A packages in eMASS
Configure and manage security controls, auditing, logging, vulnerability management, and CONMON activities across Microsoft Defender, Key Vault, Azure Policy, and other Azure security services
Provide guidance for SIEM/SOAR integrations (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel IL6) for monitoring, logging, and incident response
Support engineering teams in implementing remediations aligned with NIST 80053, DoW STIGs/SRGs, and CIS Benchmarks
Collaborate with mission owners, compliance teams, and developers to ensure secure DevSecOps pipelines
Support ATO processes by developing security documentation, gathering control evidence, and assisting with audits
Navigate federal systems through the authorization process to achieve and maintain ATO
Work closely with Program and DOC ITD IA teams to maintain required security authorizations
Develop System Security Plans (SSPs) documenting implementation of NIST 80053 Rev 5 and overlay controls
Coordinate with thirdparty assessors for security assessments
Manage POA&Ms to address identified vulnerabilities
Ensure continuous monitoring plans meet agency requirements
Prepare authorization packages for government review
Maintain compliance through established changemanagement processes
Serve as liaison between technical teams and authorizing officials
Translate security requirements into actionable technical tasks
Ensure all documentation meets federal information system requirements

Key Skills for Success
Microsoft Azure Security Stack (Sentinel, Defender, Auditing)
RMF for classified systems/applications
Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) management
Experience with GRC tools (CSAM, eMASS)

Requirements & Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Information Systems Security, IT, or Networking
Active Secret clearance
5+ years of cloud security experience, including 2+ years in Azure Government or DoW environments
Strong knowledge of Azure-native security tools, IL6 data-handling, cloud networking, and architectural validation
Experience with DoW SRG/STIG/CIS Benchmarks
Hands-on experience with classified enclaves, hardened images, and enclave-to-enclave connectivity
Deep experience with auditing, logging, vulnerability management, and secure configuration management
Strong communication skills; customer-facing experience
Knowledge of Agile software development
Secret clearance required for start

Required Technical Skills:
SCAP, STIGs, patching, eMASS, and related RMF tools
Cybersecurity and A&A package development
Experience obtaining ATOs and navigating the assessment/authorization process
Experience across cybersecurity, information security, and IT security protocols and procedures

Experience:
5 years of relevant experience (may vary based on training, certifications, or degree)
Cloud security experience (Azure Government) and SIPRNet exposure
Experience with internet, web, application, and network security techniques
Experience working in federal environments
Ability to work independently and remotely

Certification Requirements:
Active DoW 8570 IAT Level II/III (Security+, CISSP, CISM)

Additional Details:
Travel: Up to 10% (may vary based on customer needs)
Location: Onsite at least 3 days per week; must reside in the DMV area
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

Work Requirements
Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification
Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $148,750 - $201,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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