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Senior Cloud Systems Engineer- Security and Compliance

Lehi, Utah

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Overview

General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

  • Schedule: Full-Time Salary

  • Job Level: Senior (8+ years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 47732BR Company GA CCRi Experience Level Senior (8+ years) Job Title Senior Cloud Systems Engineer- Security and Compliance City Lehi State Utah Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $89,110 - $155,680

Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Cloud Systems Engineer with expertise in security frameworks and compliance standards to maintain and enhance our multi-customer cloud environment. This role combines technical engineering with a focus on implementing and maintaining compliance with NIST 800 and ISO 27001 standards. The ideal candidate will ensure our infrastructure meets regulatory requirements while maintaining performance, scalability, and security.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Cloud Systems Engineering:
    • Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability. o Automate deployment, monitoring, and maintenance tasks using modern DevOps practices.
    • Implement Kubernetes and Docker best practices. Experience using Helm and Helm Charts.
    • Implement Site Reliability Engineering best practices
  • Compliance Implementation and Maintenance:
    • Design and implement security controls to meet SOC, NIST 800 and ISO 27001 standards.
    • Conduct gap analyses, audits, and risk assessments to align systems with compliance requirements.
    • Develop and maintain enforceable policies, procedures, and documentation related to compliance and cloud operations.
  • Monitoring and Incident Management:
    • Implement advanced monitoring solutions to identify and resolve issues proactively.
    • Ensure robust incident management processes are in place, including root cause analysis and reporting.
  • CI/CD and Security Integration:
    • Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines with integrated security checks and automated compliance validation.
    • Work with development teams to implement DevSecOps best practices.
  • On-Call Support:
    • Participate in a rotation for on-call support to resolve critical incidents.
    • Lead incident investigations with a focus on improving system reliability and security.
  • Training and Collaboration:
    • Educate team members and stakeholders on compliance requirements and best practices.
    • Collaborate with internal and external auditors, as well as regulatory bodies, as needed.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


Job Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and nine years of related experience.
  • Extensive experience in cloud systems engineering with a focus on compliance and security.
  • Strong knowledge of NIST 800 and ISO 27001 frameworks and their application in cloud environments.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Bash, Terraform, Ansible).
  • Expertise in monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Datadog, CloudWatch, Splunk).
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and integrating security into deployment pipelines (ArgoCD, GitlabCI, Artifactory, AWS CI/CD, TravisCI, Github Actions).
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, identity and access management (IAM), and encryption technologies.
  • 8–10 years of combined experience in cloud systems engineering and security/compliance roles.
  • At least 5 years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and systems automation.
  • At least 3 years implementing or maintaining compliance with frameworks like NIST 800 or ISO 27001 in a cloud environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, AWS Certified Security Specialty, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer).
  • Experience with vulnerability management and penetration testing.
  • Knowledge of incident response frameworks and disaster recovery planning.

Salary:$89,110 - $155,680
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Top Secret (current SCI access with CI Poly)
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Benefits

  • Healthcare

  • Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple product lines means a variety of work

  • Paid Time Off

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