Seeking Cloud Specialist/Architect with background in networking, engineering, and DevSecOps integration to help with modernizing Cloud and DevSecOps principles & practices for a large government enterprise environment.

　　Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Functions):

　　Provide expertise in building a secure automation cloud environment

　　Analyze current cloud architecture and design practices and methods

　　Research effective and efficient cloud technologies

　　Assist with the transfer of data to the cloud architecture and implementation of the conditioning strategy and architecture

　　Assist with the design and deployment of failover solutions and COOP strategies for mission essential applications, network integration and Cloud connectivity of public and private environments

　　Ensure that functional, performance, and security requirements are satisfied

　　Research, evaluate, and recommend cloud migration tools and technologies to automate build, deployment, and operation of the cloud operation and development environment and activities

　　Perform technical analysis and evaluation to assist with architecture designs, prioritization, coordination, and communication of the security technologies necessary to ensure a highly secure yet usable Cloud computing environment

　　Provide cloud security guidance across the IT life cycle, including security architectural reviews, which align with DoD and MDA policies and contribute to the development and implementation of security technology solutions

　　Analyze business/mission impacts and exposures based on emerging cloud security threats, vulnerabilities and risks, and recommend technologies, processes, and solutions to mitigate

　　Assess and research the potential use of development and/or management tools with the purpose of improving efficiency and streamlining operations

　　Participate in designing, planning, and deployment of solutions for the modern enterprise to include:

　　o Application & infrastructure monitoring

　　o Continuous Integration & Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines

　　o Providing technical security input at project inception

　　o Platform management and capacity planning

　　Engage in cybersecurity planning and acquisition including reviewing and analyzing plans, agreements, budgets, and schedules

　　Collaborate with Engineering, Infrastructure Services, and Application Development contractor teams to choose appropriate technology solutions and ensure cybersecurity is integrated into all solutions

　　Provide cybersecurity engineering support to validate secure systems to detect and report security weakness

　　Evaluate information systems security plans and procedures and provide recommendations for improvements

　　Participate in the assessment and implementation of cybersecurity engineering designs in hardware, software, data, and procedures

　　Support secure systems operations and maintenance

　　Coordinate with subcontractors regarding compliance to program cybersecurity requirements

　　Apply understanding of cybersecurity concepts, practices, and tools to administer cybersecurity efforts for MDA networks and information syste

　　At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here (https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/) .

　　Required SkillsRequired Experience

　　Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience

　　Minimum of 7 years total related experience

　　Background in networking, engineering, and DevSecOps integration

　　Active DoD SECRET security clearance; US citizenship required

　　Demonstrated operational support experience and attention to detail

　　Ability to quickly and accurately process multiple assignments with aggressive timelines in a fast paced environment

　　Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products

　　Excellent written and verbal communications skills

　　Ability to work independently with minimal direction; self-starter and self-motivated

　　Knowledge of IP-based network devices and interconnections

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience working with AWS or Azure

　　Knowledge of data retention and security best practices

　　Experience deploying cloud infrastructure in production

　　Experience supporting and expanding production networks

　　Experience with common CI/CD pipeline build automation tools

　　Experience with containerization platforms and container orchestration

　　Knowledgeable of zero trust networking principles

　　Familiar with NIST Risk Management Framework

　　Familiar with Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)

　　DoD 8570 Level II Certification or above

　　Knowledge of network devices and interconnections

　　Technical experience in identifying and mitigating and/or remediating vulnerabilities

　　Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.