AWS Cybersecurity Engineer (Herndon, VA)

Virtual Service Operations • Herndon, VA

6d • $165,000 - $205,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Virtual Service Operations (VSO) is seeking an experienced AWS Cybersecurity Engineer to join a highly skilled team delivering advanced cloud engineering capabilities for a mission-critical, security-sensitive initiative. The role secures cloud infrastructure in highly restricted environments and spans cloud security operations and compliance engineering. The engineer will translate complex security requirements into practical protections while working collaboratively with technical partners. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring regular work in an approved secure facility; occasional work at authorized customer facilities may also be required. Applicants must hold an active TS/SCI clearance, be eligible for applicable SCI read-on/indoctrination and additional program-specific access approvals, reside within commuting distance of an approved secure location, and be U.S. citizens.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3 years securing AWS environments.
• Hands-on experience implementing security controls, remediating vulnerabilities, and implementing security logging.
• Experience with formal security assessment and authorization processes in regulated or classified environments.
• Hands-on AWS cloud experience and ability to work effectively in highly controlled environments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance; eligibility for applicable SCI read-on/indoctrination and additional program-specific access approvals.
• Must reside within commuting distance of an approved secure work location: Herndon, VA; Washington, DC; Seattle, WA; or Denver, CO.
• U.S. citizenship is required pursuant to a government contract.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and strong problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Nexus Repository, OpenSearch, SIEM tooling, or security automation.
• Experience implementing NIST 800-53, STIG-aligned hardening, and POA&M remediation.
• Relevant AWS professional or specialty certifications; Security+ or CISSP where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administer secure artifact repositories, access permissions, and vulnerability scanning workflows.
• Build and tune centralized security monitoring, logging, alerting, and dashboards using AWS-native and compatible tools.
• Implement security controls, document remediation, and support security assessments and authorization activities.
• Partner with infrastructure and application teams to resolve findings and improve incident readiness.

Benefits

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salaries.
• Health benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Benefits for eligible employees related to health, retirement, and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed