Cyber Security Engineer

Job Description

Blu Omega is looking for an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to support a highly secure Department of Defense customer in Ogden, UT. This position supports a major initiative focused on modernizing legacy network systems and transitioning mission services into an AWS-based cloud environment while maintaining strict DoD security compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) security controls, including Virtual Data Center Security Stack (VDSS) and Boundary Cloud Access Point (BCAP).
• Partner with DoD stakeholders to ensure cloud platforms comply with established security standards such as NIST 800-53, STIGs, and FedRAMP+.
• Enforce Trusted Cloud Credential Management (TCCM) policies to protect , authentication, and cloud credentials.
• Configure and manage cloud security monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions using tools such as SolarWinds, ELK, and cloud- security services.
• Support the onboarding and migration of applications and systems into the cloud, ensuring security controls are properly applied throughout the transition.
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams to implement Zero Trust Architecture principles within cloud environments.
• Contribute to Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities by documenting security controls, mapping inherited controls, and supporting eMASS submissions.
• Provide technical leadership by advising on cloud security best practices and mentoring junior cybersecurity staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• CompTIA Security+ certification (required).
• Preferred DoD-recognized cloud security certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty or Microsoft Azure Security Engineer.
• 7+ years of hands-on cloud security experience, with expertise in at least one major cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, or OCI).
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing cloud security controls, including IAM, logging, monitoring, and compliance enforcement.
• Background in security incident response, vulnerability management, and cloud compliance assessments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills within complex cloud environments.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD cloud security requirements, including NIST 800-53 controls, STIGs, and FedRAMP+ frameworks.
• Experience using automation and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and PowerShell to manage secure cloud configurations.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $145,000

Our final salary offer will be based on several factors, including depth of technical skills, work experience, education, certifications, and clearance

What Blu Omega Can Offer You:

• Competitive benefits including Health Insurance, 401K w/ match, Paid Time Off and more.
• Results driven culture that embrace our core values
• Rewarding work contributing to our Nation’s mission critical programs

Blu Omega is a Woman Owned Small Business Federal Technology services firm headquartered in Washington DC and supporting clients nationally. We provide Technology solutions for enterprise and government customers. Our team has a past performance in a diverse range of programs including those for Data Management, Cloud/Infrastructure, Software Development and Enterprise Applications.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of .