Associate Computer Security Engineer - Cloud, Cyber Security

EGS•Aiken, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EGS is seeking an Associate Computer Security Engineer - Cloud Security & Compliance to support cybersecurity governance, cloud authorization, and compliance activities at the Savannah River Site. This position supports Department of Energy (DOE) and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) cybersecurity initiatives focused on cloud security, FedRAMP compliance, and cybersecurity governance processes. This role is ideal for an early-career cybersecurity professional interested in cloud security, cybersecurity compliance, governance, and regulatory frameworks. The selected candidate will work closely with experienced cybersecurity personnel and receive mentorship related to DOE/NNSA cybersecurity standards, cloud authorization activities, and security compliance processes. The successful candidate will support cloud security documentation, security assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous monitoring efforts while helping maintain alignment with NIST, FedRAMP, and DOE cybersecurity requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline
Non-technical Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of related experience
Associate's degree in IT-related field with 2+ years of related experience
Non-technical Associate's degree with 4+ years of related experience
High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of equivalent experience
Strong written communication and technical composition skills
Familiarity with cloud security concepts and cybersecurity compliance frameworks
Basic understanding of FedRAMP, RMF, NIST SP 800-series, or related frameworks
Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and security controls
Ability to conduct detailed research and synthesize technical findings
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Willingness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and regulatory requirements
Ability to work onsite with limited telework availability
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

Nice To Haves

Exposure to enterprise IT or cloud computing environments
Experience with Microsoft cloud technologies such as Azure or Microsoft 365
Experience supporting collaborative technical or research-based projects
Understanding of cybersecurity governance, compliance, or risk management activities
Interest in cloud security authorization and compliance operations
Previous DOE, federal, defense, or nuclear industry experience
Active DOE Q or L Clearance preferred

Responsibilities

Cloud Security & Compliance: Support cloud security authorization and FedRAMP compliance activities
Assist with preparation and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs) and security documentation
Participate in cybersecurity compliance reviews, assessments, and governance activities
Support continuous monitoring initiatives and security compliance tracking
Assist with implementation and evaluation of cybersecurity controls and security requirements
Research & Documentation: Conduct research on cybersecurity standards, cloud security requirements, and DOE/NNSA directives
Analyze and summarize regulatory and compliance guidance related to cloud technologies
Prepare technical and compliance documentation for cybersecurity programs and assessments
Support policy and procedure development related to cybersecurity governance and compliance
Collaboration & Technical Support: Collaborate with cybersecurity teams and senior technical personnel on cloud security initiatives
Support mentorship-driven learning within DOE/NNSA cybersecurity environments
Assist with cybersecurity risk management and governance activities
Stay current with evolving cybersecurity regulations, cloud technologies, and industry best practices
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders