Cloud Security Engineer

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

 

Position Overview:
We are looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to enhance our cloud security posture across various platforms, including Azure and enterprise SaaS solutions. This role requires expertise in implementing security controls, evaluating risks, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of secure cloud architectures and a passion for staying current with emerging trends in cloud security. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote secure development practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of our security capabilities, ensuring the protection of our cloud environments and data assets.

 

Location:

Hybrid work schedule and on-site in Lynchburg, Virginia 

 

Your Day to Day as a Cloud Security Engineer:

• Implements and audit cloud security controls to protect workloads across Azure and other IaaS/PaaS environments.
• Evaluates and secures SaaS and application platforms including Microsoft 365, enterprise SaaS solutions, containerized workloads, and DeveOps pipelines.
• Supports data protection and governance initiatives through configuration and operational use of Microsoft Purview (eDiscovery, Insider Risk, DLP).
• Conducts security reviews and risk assessments for cloud services, applications, and third-party integrations prior to deployment.
• Collaborates with architecture and development teams to embed secure-by-design practices into cloud architectures and processes.
• Monitors and assesses cloud security posture using native and enterprise tools to identify misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and improvement opportunities.
• Supports supply chain and third-party risk management by evaluating vendor security practices and integration risks.
• Contributes to continuous improvement efforts by identifying process gaps, recommending enhancements, and helping mature cloud and on-premises security capabilities.
• Develops and maintains technical documentation for cyber security configurations, standards, and operational procedures.
• Stays current with emerging cloud security trends, technologies, and best practices relevant to enterprise environments.

 

 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. 
• Hands-on experience securing cloud environments across Azure, AWS