Description
Hybrid role with Travel, must live within 50 miles of DLA Location: Fort Belvoir or Richmond, VA; Battle Creek, MI; Columbus or Dayton OH; New Cumberland, Tobyhanna or Philadelphia PA; Anniston, AL; Fort Bragg, NC; Robbins AFB, GA; Ogden, UT
Contingent Upon Contract Award, anticipated start date 11/1/2026
Connected Logistics is seeking a Cloud Computing Specialist SME to assist in providing the core network engineering services needed to manage the ongoing operations, planned upgrades, new technology insertion, and strategic capability development of Information Operations Enterprise Enclave (IOEE) and Information Operations Secure Enterprise Enclave (IOSEE) systems and equipment with the goal of providing a secure, reliable, and high-performance network that effectively enables DLA's business activities. This requires the ability to deploy to any DLA site in support of installation or troubleshooting activities.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
In this role you will serve as an Information Assurance and Cloud computing SME with regards to Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and a broad coverage of the application of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards and guidance as outlined in the NIST Special Publication(s) (SP) 800-53 and 800-37 (Current versions).
Requirements:
- Five (5) years of relevant Certification and Accreditation (C&A) experience
- (RMF) and NIST C&A experience
- DOW IA experience
- Assessing IA controls experience and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information Systems
- Possesses the ability to work independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge.
- Must have the essential skillsets to identify, manage and resolve cloud computing security risk and implement “best practices” as applied within a cloud environment (across all the different deployment and service models, and derivatives).
- May need to travel around 3 times a year.
- Must be well versed in FedRAMP assessment methodology of security and privacy controls deployed in cloud information systems to include six (6) domain areas.
The six domains include:
- Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements
- Cloud Data Security
- Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security
- Cloud Application Security
- Operations
- Legal & Compliance
Investigative Requirement: At time of proposal the contractor must possess a Moderate Risk, Non-Critical Sensitive, Tier 3/NACLC/ANACI investigation.
Clearence: Secret
8570/8140: DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAM Level III (CISSP, CISM, GSLC or Equivalent)
Computing Environment Certifications: Cloud Computing Security Certification such as an AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, or equivalent
Total Rewards Statement
We believe in fairness and clarity throughout our hiring process. The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 USD. This is a good-faith range based on factors such as your experience, geographic location, and any applicable contractual requirements, and may vary slightly. Beyond salary, we provide a robust benefits package and encourage ongoing professional development, because your growth and well-being matter to us. We’re excited to support you in building a rewarding career with us!
Connected Logistics respects the need for confidentiality for all applicants.
Connected Logistics has been named a 2026 WTOP Top Workplace in the medium sized business category. Our mission is clear: we deliver mission-focused IT, cybersecurity, logistics, and enterprise modernization support to federal agencies. When we invest in our people and create an environment where they feel valued and empowered, we deliver stronger outcomes for our clients and the missions we support.
Connected Logistics offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a great 401(k) package, and generous Paid Time Off.
EOE/Disability/Veterans
Skills Required
- Five (5) years of relevant Certification and Accreditation (C&A) experience
- Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST C&A (NIST SP 800-53 and 800-37)
- DOW IA experience
- Experience assessing IA controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex information systems
- Ability to work independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge
- Skillset to identify, manage, and resolve cloud computing security risk and implement cloud security best practices
- Well versed in FedRAMP assessment methodology including the six cloud domains
- Possess Moderate Risk, Non-Critical Sensitive, Tier 3/NACLC/ANACI investigation at time of proposal
- Active Secret clearance
- DoD 8570 Baseline Certification: IAM Level III (CISSP, CISM, GSLC or equivalent)
- Cloud computing security certification such as AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, or equivalent
- Must live within 50 miles of specified DLA locations (Fort Belvoir or Richmond VA; Battle Creek MI; Columbus or Dayton OH; New Cumberland, Tobyhanna or Philadelphia PA; Anniston AL; Fort Bragg NC; Robbins AFB GA; Ogden UT)
What We Do
Connected Logistics is a defense and health company specializing in network-enabled logistics, program management, and information system engineering for the Department of Defense and Army Business Mission Areas.
