Cloud Security Specialist II

• Support the implementation and maintenance of cloud security architectures in compliance with NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP standards.
• Monitor and respond to cloud security alerts, vulnerabilities, and incidents in collaboration with cybersecurity and operations teams.
• Assist in performing security assessments and audits of cloud environments to identify risks and recommend mitigations.
• Participate in developing secure baselines, configuration templates, and continuous monitoring dashboards.
• Support vulnerability management, patching, and compliance reporting in coordination with system owners and security engineers.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of security configurations, procedures, and authorization artifacts.
• Collaborate with cloud architects, system administrators, and developers to integrate security by design across projects.
• Stay current on emerging threats, tools, and cloud security best practices to enhance organizational security posture.

• Ensure adherence to organizational information security policies and procedures; actively participate in mandatory security awareness training; and manage confidential and sensitive information in accordance with company protocols and data protection standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud administration, or systems engineering roles with a focus on cloud security.
• Working knowledge of CSAM
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing NIST 800-53, FISMA and or FedRAMP security controls.
• Knowledge of AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud security features, tools, and configurations.
• Familiarity with continuous monitoring tools such as BigFix, Tenable, or Qualys.
• Understanding of security incident response, log analysis, and root cause determination.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly.
• Familiarity with security tools and services such as CloudTrail, Defender for Cloud, or Security Command Center.

• Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security , AWS Certified Security – Specialty,: Security Engineer Associate, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or other security certifications
• Experience conducting vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and configuration audits.
• Exposure to SIEM and log management platforms (e.g., Splunk, ELK, Sentinel).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

• Ability to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.  

• This work is typically completed in a remote environment.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's and client facilities.

• The employee is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training. Failure to meet this requirement may result in additional training, reassessment, or other actions as deemed necessary by management.

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.

ABOUT GAMA-1

GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.