Cloud Computing Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Salary: $125,000 - 125,000 per year Requirements: Active Secret clearance with IT-I eligibility; U.S. citizenship is required. Five years of relevant certification and accreditation (C&A), Risk Management Framework (RMF), and NIST C&A experience. Department of Defense (DoD) information assurance experience. Cloud security certification such as CCSP, CCSK, or equivalent, and an active certification meeting DoD 8570.01 IAM Level III standards. Experience assessing information assurance/RMF security controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex information systems. Current Certified Cloud Security Professional certification and qualification as a DoD Information Assurance Manager (IAM). Strong knowledge of cloud security, FedRAMP assessment methodology, and its six domains: architectural concepts and design requirements, cloud data security, cloud platform and infrastructure security, cloud application security, operations, and legal and compliance. Ability to work independently and identify, manage, and resolve cloud security risks across cloud deployment and service models. Responsibilities: Serve as an information assurance and cloud computing subject matter expert supporting the Defense Logistics Agencys implementation of the DoD Risk Management Framework, applying relevant DoD, DLA, CNSSI 1253, and NIST guidance, including NIST SP 800-53 and 800-37. Assess RMF security controls for compliance and gather and cite supporting validation artifacts. Recommend information system security categorization and identify applicable security controls. Write continuity plans and develop continuity test plans. Collaborate with DoD Architecture Framework analysts. Research, write, coordinate, and staff system-level security materials, including standard operating procedures, job aids, manuals, and guides. Apply cloud security best practices and expertise to support cloud computing security. Technologies: Cloud IAM Support LESS Network Security DevOps More: We are recruiting for TekSynap, a fast-growing technology company supporting federal government customers, for a Cloud Computing SME role on a Defense Logistics Agency project in Springfield, Virginia. The position supports DLA Information Operations enterprise infrastructure and secure enclaves, as well as enterprise telecommunications network and cloud functions across multiple DLA locations. The role is based in an office, typically works weekdays on the day shift, may require evening or weekend work to meet program needs, and involves less than 10% travel. The target salary is $125,000; compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and contract and organizational factors. Our full-time benefits include health, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k), life insurance, short- and long-term disability, vacation, and holidays. Employees must comply with vaccination requirements applicable to the contract or law. The role may involve physical activities such as standing, walking, climbing, handling objects, and lifting; reasonable accommodations may be available. TekSynap is a drug-free workplace and provides equal employment opportunity. last updated 41 week of 2026