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# AWS Cloud Architect/FedRAMP Security

- **Company:** Eliassen Group
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Cloudformation, Terraform, Devsecops, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response
- **Published:** June 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8968814/aws-cloud-architectfedramp-security

## About the Role

10+ years of Cloud Engineering experience

5+ years in security architecture, cloud architecture, or principal security engineering roles

Experience with:

FedRAMP and NIST 800-53 control frameworks

AWS cloud architecture and security

Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust

Cloud-native and container security

Secure software development and DevSecOps

Experience leading FedRAMP or highly regulated compliance programs

Strong experience building secure cloud-native environments

Proficiency in:

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

CI/CD pipelines

Security automation

Strong communication skills across executive, engineering, and government stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience leading a FedRAMP authorization (Moderate or High)

AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect Professional, Security Specialty)

Experience with AWS GovCloud environments

Knowledge of compliance automation / compliance-as-code frameworks

Familiarity with:

AI security and governance frameworks

National security, defense, or critical infrastructure missions

Experience supporting federal agencies or large GovCon programs

Work Environment (Typical)

Remote (U.S.-based), with proximity to federal hubs (DC/VA preferred)

Standard business hours with occasional surge during audits or ATO milestones

Active Secret Clearance or higher

## Description

We are seeking an AWS Cloud Architect to design, implement, and mature the loud platform and security architecture of our platform while leading its journey toward FedRAMP High authorization and broader federal compliance.

This role serves as a senior technical leader responsible for enterprise security architecture, secure cloud design, compliance engineering, and platform hardening. The ideal candidate is a hands-on architect who partners directly with engineering teams to build secure, scalable, cloud-native systems that meet stringent federal security requirements.

The position blends deep AWS cloud expertise with federal compliance leadership, ensuring we are ready for deployment across highly regulated government environments.


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