Bowhead Support Services

Lead ISSE / Cloud Security Engineer

Bowhead Support Services$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 10+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience; 5+ years in cloud security or DoD/Federal systems.
  • Certifications required: CISSP, CCSP, CASP+, Security+ and preferred ones like AWS Security Specialty or Kubernetes security.
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
  • Effective communication skills with all levels of personnel.

Responsibilities

  • Implement secure identity and access management (IAM), role-based access control (RBAC), and Privileged Access Management (PAM).
  • Assess integration of Zero Trust controls into existing frameworks.
  • Support security testing through STIG, SCAP, and ACAS methodologies.
  • Review penetration test results and devise remediation strategies for cloud and containerized apps.

Benefits

  • Work in a dynamic team environment focused on innovative cloud security solutions.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued education in cybersecurity.
  • Engage in high-impact projects within the Department of Defense sector.
  • Work in a government secure facility ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
Full Job Description
Overview

LEAD ISSE / CLOUD SECURITY ENGINEER (CASBES):

Bowhead seeks a Lead Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) / Cloud Security Engineer to support the upcoming Cloud Acceleration Services (CAS) Business Enterprise Systems (BES) located in Montgomery, AL. The Lead ISSE / Cloud Security Engineer will design and validate security controls for cloud and hybrid environments.

Responsibilities

  • Implements secure IAM/RBAC/PAM and assesses Zero Trust control integration
  • Support STIG/SCAP/ACAS/security testing.
  • Review penetration test results, and engineers remediation strategies for cloud-hosted and containerized applications.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
  • Ten (10+) years cybersecurity engineering experience; five (5+) years supporting cloud security, DevSecOps security, or RMF engineering for DoD/Federal cloud-hosted systems.
  • Certification: CISSP, CCSP, CASP+, or equivalent required/preferred; Security+ required; AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or Kubernetes security certification preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.


Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically


SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. Top Secret preferred. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

About Bowhead Support Services

Bowhead Support Services is a defense contractor that provides a range of services to the U.S. government and other customers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Bowhead Support Services provides services in the areas of engineering, logistics, information technology, and security. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Bowhead Support Services is a subsidiary of Ukpea?vik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.
Learn more about Bowhead Support Services
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$100 million
NASDAQ

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