Who we are:
ShorePoint is a fast-growing, industry recognized and award-winning cybersecurity services firm with a focus on high-profile, high-threat, private and public-sector customers who demand experience and proven security models to protect their data. ShorePoint subscribes to a “work hard, play hard” mentality and celebrates individual and company successes. We are passionate about our mission and going above and beyond to deliver for our customers. We are equally passionate about an environment that supports creativity, accountability, diversity, inclusion and a focus on giving back to our community.
The Perks:
As recognized members of the Cyber Elite, we work together in partnership to defend our nation’s critical infrastructure while building meaningful and exciting career development opportunities in a culture tailored to the individuals technical and professional growth. We are committed to the belief that our team members do their best work when they are happy and well cared for. In support of this philosophy, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including major carriers for health care providers. Highlighted benefits offered: 144 hours of PTO, 11 holidays, 85% of insurance premium covered, 401k, continued education, certifications maintenance and reimbursement and more.
Who we’re looking for:
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to design, implement and manage secure cloud infrastructure in support of mission-critical operations. This role supports complex cloud environments with a strong focus on security monitoring, threat detection and cloud security best practices. The Sr. Cloud Engineer position leverages modern DevOps tools and practices while collaborating across teams to solve technical challenges. This is a unique opportunity to shape the growth, development and culture of an exciting and fast-growing company in the cybersecurity market.
What you’ll be doing:
- Support Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure oracle and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) cloud services and infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to specific cloud environments while implementing cloud security best practices.
- Leverage Azure data services, including Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel, to ensure security posture and compliance.
- Write and maintain automation scripts in PowerShell, Python or Azure Command-Line Interface (CLI) and execute them using Logic Apps and Azure Functions.
- Configure network security groups (NSGs), application gateways and other network controls to protect cloud resources.
- Manage cloud compute, storage, networking and database services while applying security compliance standards across the organization.
- Work with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements.
What you need to know:
- Cloud engineering and development in complex cloud environments.
- Cloud security monitoring, threat detection and cloud security best practices.
- DevOps tools and practices for designing and deploying cloud-based solutions.
- IaC, automation scripting and cloud template technologies.
Must have’s:
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree.
- 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering and/or development.
- DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification, such as Security+ or CCNA Security or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.
- Experience designing and deploying cloud-based solutions using DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab or Docker.
- Experience with IaC tools like ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible or Bicep.
- Familiarity with cloud template technologies including GitHub Enterprise and architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.
- Experience automating workflows using scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, YAML or JSON.
- Experience meeting security requirements in the Sponsor’s environment or similar complex environments.
- Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
- Applicants must currently hold and maintain an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.
Beneficial to have:
- Familiarity with container technologies such as Kubernetes and experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Understanding of Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)-199, National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication (NIST SP) 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, NIST SP 800-37 and DoD Cloud Security Requirements Guide.
- Microsoft certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
Where it’s done:
- Onsite (Chantilly, VA).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of IT experience
- 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering and/or development
- DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification (Security+ or CCNA Security)
- Experience designing/deploying cloud-based solutions using DevOps tools
- Experience with IaC tools (ARM templates, Terraform, Ansible)
- Experience automating workflows with scripting tools (PowerShell, Python)
- Applicants must currently hold and maintain an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
What We Do
ShorePoint recognizes that cybersecurity is the challenge of our generation. Our vision is to be the premier provider of cybersecurity services, delivering a security model capable of keeping pace with today’s rapidly changing landscape. ShorePoint is a privately-held cybersecurity services company with the experience and capabilities needed to help public and private sector clients protect their most critical assets from cyber threats. Founded by cybersecurity veterans Matt Brown and Scott Ackerman and amplified by executives Ryan McCullough and Rob Palmer, ShorePoint offers a focus on establishing meaningful cyber defense strategies across the full cyber lifecycle. We bring a deep expertise in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program, a technology and vendor agnostic mindset, and small firm agility, ingenuity and responsiveness. The ShorePoint team has designed, implemented and managed proven cyber programs for critical missions within the federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community, and has extensive commercial experience supporting high technology, financial services, critical infrastructure, and healthcare. Beyond excelling in our craft, what sets ShorePoint apart is our culture: a high energy and flexible work environment that enables our team to creatively tackle the cyber challenges of today. We empower and support our employees in outreach programs with a corporate culture focused on being an active member in improving our community.
