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Jr. Cloud Security Engineer (R-00134)

TruezerotechWashington, DC, USOctober 8, 2026
Hybrid
Full-time
Cloud Security
Entry · 2–4 yrs

Qualification Requirements

  • Assist in deploying and configuring virtual machines, storage (S3/Blob), and networking components (VPCs, subnets)

  • Foundational understanding of at least one major cloud provider.

  • Track system performance metrics using tools like AWS CloudWatch or Azure Monitor, ensuring high availability.

  • Identify, document, and resolve minor technical issues or infrastructure errors.

  • Write and maintain basic scripts using Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate routine tasks.

  • Apply security best practices, such as managing user access, firewalls, and security groups.

  • Work with developers and DevOps teams to support application deployment and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Basic grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, load balancers, firewalls, and comfort working with Linux or Windows operating systems. 

  • Update technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.

  • Provide first-level support for cloud system issues, monitor network and application logs, and help resolve downtime. 

  • Write and maintain basic automation scripts using languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell. 

  • Learn and apply tools like Terraform or Ansible to manage repeatable infrastructure deployments. 

Position Requirements

  • BA or BS degree, or at least 2-4 years of experience in related field
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with ability to influence and collaborate with leadership, peers, and team members
  • Approved to work in the United States
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Some hands-on experience with cloud architecture/engineering, services, migration, and security to include FedRAMP IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings
  • Experience with Cloud-based Computer Network Defense (CND)
  • Experience with cloud automation and scripting (Auto-scale, Azure Resource management, Scripting, PowerShell)

Job Details

Experience

Entry · 2–4 yrs

Tools & Tech

Ansible
AWS
Azure
Azure Monitor
Bash
Linux
PowerShell
Python
S3
Terraform
Windows