Cybersecurity Cloud Engineer

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Synergy’s core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering.

Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including: group medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance; HSA, FSA; 401(k) with immediately vested company match; PTO/Sick Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, parental leave; tuition and training reimbursement; a referral bonus program; and life management programs.

At Synergy, you’ll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that you will have dedicated career coaches available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven—if that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you!

This position is designated as work-from-home.

Description

This SME role represents an ideal fusion of cloud security architecture and DoD cybersecurity expertise, where one would safeguard cloud-hosted systems like the Electronic Contract Writing Module across AWS and Azure environments while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense standards. In this capacity, the Cybersecurity Cloud Engineer will leverage comprehensive knowledge of cloud security engineering, Infrastructure as Code protection, and container security alongside mastery of DoD Risk Management Framework processes and NIST standards. The position would benefit from advanced vulnerability assessment capabilities and security testing methodologies, enabling systematic threat identification and mitigation through sophisticated tools and cloud security posture management platforms. Through exceptional communication skills, this individual will mentor assessment teams and development groups while effectively presenting complex security concepts to audiences ranging from technical specialists to senior leadership. Strong policy development expertise will drive continuous improvement of cloud security standards, balancing rigorous requirements with operational efficiency and mission effectiveness. Deep understanding of enterprise DoD IT architecture, DISA requirements, and compartmented systems facilitate seamless integration of cloud applications with existing infrastructure while maintaining appropriate classification levels. The ideal candidate would excel in implementing security automation and DevSecOps practices, leveraging cloud-native services for incident response and threat hunting, ultimately delivering comprehensive security solutions that protect sensitive contracting data while enabling innovative cloud adoption strategies that advance DoD's technological capabilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Five (5)+ years of experience achieving ATOs in a DoD cloud environment (AWS, Azure, OCI, etc.)
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and security integration practices
• Relevant Cloud certification (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Relevant Cyber Security certification (CISSP, CISM, GSLC, etc.)
• Experience working with enterprise DoD IT.
• Must possess IT-II Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3).
• Must be a US Citizen.

Compensation for roles at Synergy varies depending on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to the requirements of the role; education and certifications; knowledge, training, skills and abilities; level of experience; geographic location; and alignment with market data, law, and other business and organizational needs. As required by local law, the posted pay range represents the lowest to the highest pay that Synergy believes in good faith it might pay for this particular job, depending on the circumstances. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.