Cloud Security Engineer

Byte Systems, a subsidiary of VTG, is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to support enterprise-grade cloud security monitoring and detection. Based in Herndon, VA onsite, the role combines cloud security engineering with SIEM-focused implementation, automation, and incident response enablement. With 7+ years of experience, you will help design monitoring capabilities, build automation workflows, and develop Splunk detection content for cloud platforms.

What you’ll do

• Advise on the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud security monitoring systems at enterprise scale.
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools using Python or similar programming languages.
• Design and implement automated incident response playbooks to streamline CSOC processes.
• Coordinate closely with CSOC team members to share insights and support response efforts.
• Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior staff, including planning and implementing cyber exercises and drills, and preparing reference and training materials for cloud and incident response.
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement best practices.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant AI concepts as they pertain to cloud and incident response security.
• Develop, tune, and optimize detection rules for AWS and other cloud-based platforms using Splunk Query Language.

What you bring

• 7+ years of experience in cloud security, cloud engineering, or cyber operations.
• 7+ years of experience with Operating Systems, Network Infrastructure, Security Principles, or System Architecture.
• 5+ years of experience with AWS, Azure, or Oracle.
• 3+ years of experience coding and scripting in Python.

Key technologies

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Azure
• Oracle
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Python
• Splunk Query Language
• Splunk