Cyber Engineer (Active Secret Clearance)

Cyber Engineer – Level 2

Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama

Work Arrangement: On-site

Experience: 2 Years

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

About the Opportunity

RedBeard Solutions is seeking a Cyber Engineer – Level 2 to support cloud security, container security, and DevSecOps initiatives within classified and sensitive environments.

This role will focus on securing Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) environments, supporting Continuous Authorization (cATO), and integrating security practices into cloud infrastructure and software development workflows.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with cloud platforms, Python scripting, and container technologies, along with an understanding of cybersecurity compliance and vulnerability management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support security operations across cloud infrastructure and hybrid cloud environments.
• Implement and maintain security controls for AWS and Azure environments.
• Develop Python scripts to support security automation and operational efficiency.
• Support container security across Kubernetes, Docker, Podman, or Rancher environments.
• Contribute to DevSecOps initiatives and security integration within CI/CD pipelines.
• Assist with Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIG implementation, and continuous authorization activities.
• Support vulnerability assessments, security monitoring, and remediation efforts.
• Work with security tools and technologies to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant cybersecurity, cloud security, or engineering experience.
• Knowledge of cloud environments, including AWS and/or Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency in Python scripting, automation, or tooling.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, Podman, or Rancher.
• Ability to work within classified or sensitive network environments.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with software supply-chain security and vulnerability assessments.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD workflows.
• Understanding of RMF processes and STIG implementation.
• Experience with Assessment and Authorization (A&A) or Continuous Authorization (cATO).
• Knowledge of ACAS vulnerability scanning.
• Familiarity with Splunk for security monitoring and log analysis.
• Experience with static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST).
• Knowledge of SonarQube, Fortify, and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience securing Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) environments.