Cloud Security Engineer (AWS/Azure)

TL;DR

Cloud Security Engineer (AWS/Azure): Designing and maintaining cloud security controls and monitoring for the US Southern Command's Enhanced Domain Awareness ecosystem with an accent on compliance and identity management. Focus on implementing Zero Trust architectures, ensuring NIST/FedRAMP compliance, and integrating security into DevSecOps workflows.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the US and possess an active Secret security clearance)

Company

A rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal customers, focusing on Defense and National Security mission sets.

What you will do

• Implement and maintain cloud security controls within AWS and Microsoft Azure environments.
• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53 Rev. 5, FedRAMP, and DoD IL 2, IL 4, and IL 5 security requirements.
• Design and administer IAM solutions and privileged access controls.
• Support the implementation of Zero Trust security architectures and automation initiatives.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, and remediation activities across cloud platforms.
• Integrate security controls into DevSecOps and CI/CD workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or 5 years of equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated experience implementing cloud security frameworks and IAM solutions in AWS and/or Azure.
• Experience with SIEM platforms and conducting security compliance reviews.
• Experience implementing or supporting Zero Trust architectures.
• Active Secret security clearance is required.

Nice to have

• CISSP certification.
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty or Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity certifications.
• Experience supporting Combatant Commands, Joint Staff, or Intelligence Community organizations.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security practices.

Culture & Benefits

• Vibrant corporate culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work on the frontier of the Nation's most complex and rewarding security challenges.
• Remote/Off-site work flexibility.