AWS Cloud Security Specialist

The Security Specialist - Level III will lead enterprise AWS and hybrid cloud security for the USDA FPAC Cloud Platform. This role will design and govern cloud security architecture, establish and enforce security controls, support compliance activities, and lead security operations across AWS and hybrid environments., Design and govern enterprise AWS security architecture across cloud and hybrid environments.Lead implementation of cloud security controls, logging, encryption, identity and access management, and network security.Support and oversee FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, FedRAMP, and USDA security compliance requirements. Lead continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, remediation tracking, and audit support. Support ATO activities, security assessments, penetration testing, and incident response. Implement and enforce zero-trust and secure-by-design principles across cloud and hybrid environments. Provide security guidance to DevSecOps, platform, and operations teams. Prepare and maintain required security documentation, reports, and compliance artifacts.

Non-Essential Functions: Performs other duties as assigned.

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain USDA suitability/public trust clearance., Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum 10 years of AWS security experience. Must have one of the following certifications: AWS Certified Security - Specialty or

AWS Solutions Architect certification. Expert-level knowledge of AWS security services and enterprise cloud security governance. Demonstrated experience in cloud security architecture, zero-trust design, and zero-trust compliance leadership. Experience supporting federal or enterprise compliance frameworks, including FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and FedRAMP. Experience with vulnerability management, incident response, audit support, and continuous monitoring. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to obtain and maintain required USDA suitability/public trust credentials. Highly desirable candidate already has USDA clearance.

Preferred Qualifications: Current or prior experience supporting USDA, FPAC, or other federal civilian agency cloud environments. Highly desirable: current or recent USDA/FPAC public trust or suitability clearance and active HSPD-12 PIV card, or prior adjudicated clearance that can be reactivated.

Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $170,000.00 You will receive a competitive total rewards package applicable to U.S. employees. Salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location., Competitive compensation and benefits packages including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k) plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and Long & Short-Term Disability.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination based on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, VEVRAA and Section 503, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. These protections also extend to applicants.

Accommodations:

Individuals with a disability who would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation may send an email to Human Resources indicating the specifics of the assistance needed.

Physical Demands, $135,000.00

AttainX Inc. is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB, CMMC Level 2, CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS, and Silver Level SAFe Partner. For more than 15 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, and high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers’ mission and goals are met with excellence.