Role Overview:

JMA Resources, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Cloud Engineer to assist our client move from a legacy software development environment to industry best practices for rapid, secure software development, specifically using Agile Scrum practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain a cloud operation model.
• Deploy and operate scalable and resilient cloud-based systems.
• Design, implement, and maintain the CI/CD Pipeline using the DEVSECOPS approach.
• Manage accounts, network rights, and access to systems and equipment per the Access Control Plan. 
  • Manage mission owner Active Directory Domain.
• Collaboration with developers and programs to obtain requirements.
• Repair and recover from software and process failures.
• Design, implement, and maintain dev, test, and production environments.
• Create documentation processes for code promotion.
• Develop documentation and standard operating procedures (SOP) as required for applicable environments.
• Responsible for Cybersecurity and security posture across all cloud systems according to organizational policies.
  • This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, maintaining the Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), Computer Network Defense (CND) Directives, and all other DoD/Navy Cybersecurity instructions as they become applicable, such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), to keep NADACS systems in compliance.
• Monitor and maintain the cloud environment, including, but not limited to, operational processes, Security Information and Event Management (SEIM), audit checks, capacity, and services.
• Operate within an agile life cycle environment.
• Migrate on-prem systems to the cloud when applicable.
• Establish Application Programming Interfaces where required.
• Develop contingency plans to ensure continuous availability and accessibility of resources.
• Integrate and operate cloud environments for multiple applications, including monitoring, supporting, and troubleshooting.
• Implement and monitor enterprise-level integrations of networking and security monitoring.
• Create functional test plans for all new initiatives.
• Remediate or mitigate vulnerability and compliance findings.
• Conduct OS and application STIG remediation activities in accordance with established standards and cybersecurity audit readiness plan.
• Install, manage, and maintain application software in accordance with established standards and hosting facility preventative maintenance vulnerability management plan.
• Manage system/server resources, including performance, capacity, availability, serviceability, and recoverability of Unix/Windows systems for production and development, test, and COOP platforms.
  • Request and manage certificates and provide certificates to the hosting facility when required.
• Provide Tier 3 help desk support as needed.
• Provide after-hours support as needed.
• Notify the Program Manager/Project Manager and/or designated representative of systems degradations or issues.
• Complete After Action Reports (AAR) for all abnormal operations or other required reporting for system incidents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Clearance Level:

• Current or ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance is required.
  • Note:
    • To obtain a security clearance, you must be a US citizen and meet the 13 adjudicative guidelines.
    • Top Secret requires a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must demonstrate:
  • Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exceptional critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
  • Excellent technical, organizational, and planning skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and problem analysis.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Solid judgment and decision-making ability.
  • Initiative and is adaptable.

Required Experience:

• 5 years of Cloud Engineering experience.

Education Level:

• A bachelor’s degree with a technical major, such as computer science, information systems, operations research, mathematics, statistics, or engineering is desired.

Required Certifications:

• Current CompTIA Security , willingness to obtain it within two weeks of start, or one of the following:
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security (CCNA-Security)
  • System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
  • Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA )
  • GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• One of the following:
  • Current AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
  • Current AWS Solutions Architect – Professional
  • Current AWS Certified SysOps Administrator

Location & Commitments:

• Full-time remote position.
• Will require travel to various client sites when needed for client support.
• Hours are based on the client, usually Monday-Friday between 8-5 p.m. EST.

JMA Resources is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse workforce with an environment free of discrimination and harassment. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training, are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, physical or mental disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or protected veteran status.

JMA is also committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, JMA will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment tests, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact Amy Foy, Director of Human Resources, at afoy@jmares.com.