Description:
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro/Northern VA Area (Remote – Candidates must be local; travel not reimbursed)
Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).
Sponsorship: This position does not offer sponsorship.
Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain)

JOB OVERVIEW:

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a motivated Infrastructure Security Specialist Jr. Level to define and implement cloud security frameworks aligned with business and performance goals. This role includes documenting cloud security controls, transitioning to managed security operations, and conducting code reviews to identify vulnerabilities.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in:
• Application Security
• Application Security Code Review
• Security Risk Assessment
• Application Security Reviews
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail, multi-tasking ability, and effective time management

• Define and apply cloud security frameworks that meet business requirements.
• Document implementation of cloud security controls and support transition to cloud security-managed operations.
• Conduct application security code reviews and scans to detect potential security risks.
• Perform security risk assessments and application security reviews to ensure compliance with policies.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud security posture and address vulnerabilities.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in:
• Application Security
• Application Security Code Review
• Security Risk Assessment
• Application Security Reviews
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail, multi-tasking ability, and effective time management.

Please note that the job description is approximate and may be subject to change based on evolving project requirements.