Security Cloud Ops Engineer

As a Security Cloud Ops Engineer at Maxar, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining several security applications and services in a cloud environment. You will ensure security is considered at every stage of the development lifecycle and mitigate any operational issues related to your security services. Additionally, you will configure security tools, develop monitoring and alerting systems, and enable collaboration between the security and development teams.

To qualify for the Security Cloud Ops Engineer position at Maxar, candidates must be U.S. citizens with an existing SECRET security clearance and must be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI access with a Counterintelligence Polygraph. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in DevOps, software, or infrastructure engineering, along with cloud service experience and proficiency in Terraform and Kubernetes.

Success as a Security Cloud Ops Engineer at Maxar requires strong knowledge of DevOps practices, particularly in continuous integration and deployment. Candidates should be adept at troubleshooting network and infrastructure issues, configuring various security tools, and monitoring systems for effective security practices. Additionally, a quick learning ability regarding open-source technologies will be crucial for adapting to the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Yes, prior experience automating, running, and maintaining security tools will be beneficial for the Security Cloud Ops Engineer role at Maxar. Candidates with experience in areas such as vulnerability detection, intrusion prevention, and compliance management will be considered strong contenders. The role directly involves handling security applications, so familiarity with various security tool types is a definite plus.

The work environment for a Security Cloud Ops Engineer at Maxar is dynamic and collaborative. You’ll work primarily in a secure environment, with approximately 90% of your tasks being performed on-site. This role may also require after-hours support, showcasing your commitment to the mission and providing critical infrastructure security for our enterprise.

When responding to this question, highlight your familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes, as well as specific examples of how you have integrated security practices within these methodologies. Discuss any tools you've used and your approach to managing release cycles while ensuring security compliance.

To effectively answer this question, explain your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including the tools and methods you employ to identify security issues. Be sure to provide examples of challenges you've faced and how you resolved them, demonstrating your analytical and problem-solving skills.

In your answer, discuss specific security tools you've worked with—whether they are monitoring, compliance, or threat detection tools. Explain how these tools operated, their impact on the organization's security, and any enhancements or optimizations you implemented.

Use this opportunity to illustrate your collaborative skills by sharing a specific situation where you worked hand-in-hand with development teams. Emphasize strategies you used to bridge the gap between security and development priorities and talk about the outcomes of that collaboration.

Focus your response on your hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools and processes. Discuss how you prioritize findings, engage with teams for remediation, and any frameworks you’ve applied to manage vulnerabilities effectively.

In your answer, mention specific industry resources, forums, certifications, and training that keep you up-to-date with emerging threats. Make it clear that you are proactive in your learning and adapt to new challenges as they arise in the cybersecurity landscape.

When detailing your approach to configuration management, include your experience with configuration management tools and frameworks. Discuss how you ensure that security policies and controls are incorporated into configuration processes and any experiences that illustrate your effectiveness in this area.

This question is a great chance to showcase your adaptability. Share a specific example of a technology you learned on the job, highlighting the steps you took to familiarize yourself with it and apply it effectively, as well as the impact your rapid learning had on the team's objectives.

In your response, explain the metrics and assessments you employ to gauge the effectiveness of security controls. Discuss any frameworks or auditing processes you follow and how you ensure that best practices are continually met throughout the cloud lifecycle.

Make this personal and authentic. Share your passion for cybersecurity, your drive to protect vital information, and any specific aspects of the role at Maxar that excite you. Relate this back to your values and the contributions you hope to make within the company.