Cloud Security Analyst
Full time
Arlington, VA
Responsibilities
Cardinal Technology Systems Corp. is a government IT solutions provider servicing commercial and government initiative in various parts of the United States. We are currently seeking a Cloud Security Analyst to work for our company.
Summary
  • Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
  • Assess security of cloud-based technology integration pilots.
  • Monitor cloud security posture for integrated capabilities.
  • Conduct security reviews of cloud architectures and configurations.
  • Ensure cloud deployments comply with federal security requirements.
  • Implement cloud security controls and monitoring solutions.
  • Support local LLM development and deployment security within controlled boundaries.
  • Assess cloud integration risks and recommend mitigations.
  • Monitor cloud environments for security events and anomalies.
  • Conduct security validation testing for cloud-based pilots.
  • Support transition of cloud pilots into production environments.
  • Document cloud security controls and compliance evidence.
  • Coordinate with cloud service providers on security requirements.
  • Support continuous monitoring and security automation in cloud environments.
  • Ensure cloud integrations align with Zero Trust principles.
  • Provide cloud security guidance to development and operations teams.
  • Please note that this is a pipeline position, meaning we are proactively identifying qualified candidates for anticipated future opportunities, and there may not be an immediate opening at the time of application.
Requirements
  • Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • Required Education: BS in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related degree, or HS Diploma and 7+ years of directly relevant experience.
  • Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability
  • 6+ years of experience in cloud security or security analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP security services.
  • Experience with cloud security assessment and monitoring tools.
  • Understanding of federal cloud security requirements (FedRAMP, NIST).
  • Knowledge of cloud security frameworks and best practices.
  • Experience with security monitoring and SIEM platforms.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with cloud compliance and governance.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent documentation and communication abilities.
Preferences
  • Desired Certifications: DoD 8140 IAT Level III: AWS Certified Security.
  • Experience supporting federal cybersecurity programs.
  • Background in malware analysis or threat hunting in cloud environments.
  • Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of AI/ML security considerations.
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code security scanning.
  • Familiarity with cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools.
  • Understanding of multi-cloud and hybrid security architectures.
Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Paid Life
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Semi-monthly pay cycle

About Us
Cardinal Technology Systems, Corp (“CTech-Sys”), www.ctech-sys.com, is an SBA Certified 8(a) and HUBZone company located in the National Capital Region (NCR) and serves both government and commercial clients such clients as US CBP, US CIS, DLA, DFuse Technologies, and American Environmental Engineering Consultants.
Cardinal Technology Systems, Corp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and it’s our policy to consider applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, alienage, ancestry, or any other factors prohibited by law. Employment selections are based on company and client requirements and the qualifications and skills of the candidate. CTech-Sys is committed to actively capitalizing on the diversity of skills, talents and perspectives of our employees.