Azure Cyber Security Specialist (Active Secret Clearance Required)

Akima
United States
Workplace: RemoteFull timeUSD 140,000 - 160,000 annuallyFunction: CybersecurityExperience: 2+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Stakeholder coordination","Risk evaluation","Security assessment","Documentation management","Incident response"]

Secure cloud-based solutions by supporting DoD and USMC cybersecurity compliance and Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes. Develop and maintain RMF documentation and packages (SSPs, SCTMs, POA&Ms, continuous monitoring) while implementing and validating STIGs and SRGs across Azure environments. Partner with engineering teams to remediate vulnerabilities, manage Azure security posture (identity, network, logging/monitoring, incident response), and perform assessments and gap analyses. Track evolving guidance and provide Azure security subject-matter expertise.

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Akima
Akima
5 days ago

Azure Cyber Security Specialist (Active Secret Clearance Required)

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Job Summary

Secure cloud-based solutions by supporting DoD and USMC cybersecurity compliance and Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes. Develop and maintain RMF documentation and packages (SSPs, SCTMs, POA&Ms, continuous monitoring) while implementing and validating STIGs and SRGs across Azure environments. Partner with engineering teams to remediate vulnerabilities, manage Azure security posture (identity, network, logging/monitoring, incident response), and perform assessments and gap analyses. Track evolving guidance and provide Azure security subject-matter expertise.
Location: United States
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Cybersecurity

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop, review, and maintain USMC/DoD RMF packages including SSPs, SCTMs, POA&Ms, and continuous monitoring documentation.
  • •Execute and document STIGs, SRGs, and other DoD cybersecurity configuration requirements across Azure environments.
  • •Coordinate and support ATO activities by implementing and updating required evidence, artifacts, and controls throughout the system lifecycle.
  • •Work with cloud engineers and development teams to integrate secure configurations, remediate vulnerabilities, and align with cybersecurity policies.
  • •Manage Azure security posture (identity and access management, network security, logging/monitoring, and incident response) and conduct assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 140,000 - 160,000 annually
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionLife Insurance401kPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience, or 5+ years of related experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
  • •Active Secret clearance, with ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.
  • •Hands-on experience with USMC/DoD ATO processes, RMF workflows, and compliance documentation.
  • •Proficiency implementing and validating STIGs and SRGs in cloud or hybrid environments.
  • •Strong understanding of Azure security services including Azure AD, Defender, Security Center, Key Vault, network security groups, and logging/monitoring tools.
Experience:2+ years
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Stakeholder coordinationRisk evaluationSecurity assessmentDocumentation managementIncident response
Certifications:DoD 8570DoD 8140Security+CISSPCCSPAZ-500SC-100
Languages:English
Tech Stack:AzureAzure ADMicrosoft DefenderSecurity CenterKey VaultNetwork security groupsLoggingMonitoringSTIGsSRGsRMFSSPSCTMPOA&MEMASSAzure Government

Eligibility

Security Clearance:SecretTop-Secret

Company Brief

Akima
Provides government and commercial clients with mission-critical services including operations & maintenance, logistics, IT, engineering, cybersecurity, and staffing solutions across defense, federal, and infrastructure markets.
Industry: Professional Services
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Herndon, United States
Founded: 1996
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