Cloud Cybersecurity Engineer - Maximus

Description & Requirements

This role will support the review of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Enterprise Cloud (VAEC) systems toolset configurations to ensure they meet security standards and VA policy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity engineering, specifically in cloud environments, and experience with security toolset configuration reviews.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS020, T2, Band 5

A typical day will include:

• Conduct thorough reviews of VAEC cloud systems toolset configurations to ensure compliance with security standards and VA policies.
• Document outcomes of configuration reviews and provide detailed reports.
• Review and document configurations related to tenant and network separation (with access control) within and between cloud environments and the VA WAN.
• Perform cloud privileged account reviews for systems accounts and cloud administration accounts to ensure proper access control.
• Conduct cloud logging reviews to ensure compliance with requirements defined in M-21-31.
• Develop and maintain VA cloud logging baselines to enhance monitoring and security capabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of toolset configurations with organizational cybersecurity goals and requirements.
• Stay current with the latest cloud security trends, tools, and best practices to ensure the effectiveness of configuration reviews.

Requirements:

• Due to program requirements, individuals must be US Citizens, authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship, and eligible to obtain and maintain a public trust security clearance
  
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, particularly in cloud (AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365, etc.) environments.
• Proven experience in reviewing and documenting security toolset configurations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, particularly in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in using cybersecurity tools and technologies.
• Certification in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CISM, AWS Security, Azure Security) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Strong people skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team of peers

Minimum Requirements

TCS020, T2, Band 5

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position

$

114,000.00

Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position

$

124,000.00