Unclassified - Bethesda, MD
posted 3 months ago
This position will be part of the Cloud Security Engineering Team within the Global Information Security organization. The Sr Developer - Cloud Security will be responsible for developing and deploying new security capabilities and automations in a multi-cloud environment. The role requires a strong understanding of cloud security principles and practices, as well as hands-on experience with various cloud services and security tools. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that security is integrated into the development lifecycle and that all cloud infrastructure is secure and compliant with industry standards. The Sr Developer will develop and maintain secure cloud infrastructure using services like AWS Lambda, VPCs, and S3 buckets. They will also build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools for automated cloud deployments. Implementing and ensuring the security of systems, applications, and cloud infrastructure, including identity and access management, APIs, and container platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), will be a key responsibility. The role also involves developing secure and efficient software solutions using Python for cloud functions and other applications. Collaboration is essential in this role, as the Sr Developer will work with cross-functional teams to align business needs with technical solutions, ensuring secure application development. Conducting peer code reviews to maintain software quality and compliance with security standards is also expected. The candidate will participate in Agile/Scrum methodologies for iterative software and infrastructure development, translating complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand business terms for stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with organizational and industry security standards, regulations, and best practices is critical, as is the ability to work independently and collaboratively, leading initiatives and supporting team efforts.