Cloud Security Specialist (AWS)

Isys Technologies

18h•Onsite

About The Position

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country. We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states. Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers. I2X Technologies is seeking a Cloud Security Specialist (AWS) to support ongoing activities for a customer in Washington, DC. This position will be on-site.

Requirements

US Citizen
Minimum 5 years hands-on AWS security experience
Demonstrated experience implementing secure, scalable AWS cloud architectures following industry best security practices and security frameworks.
Demonstrated federal experience and comprehensive knowledge in adopting and implementing federal cybersecurity requirements, including but not limited to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, OMB Memorandum M-22-09, NIST SP 800-53
Possess deep analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting experience, to independently resolve complex security challenges.
Proven ability to provide technical security consultation and advisory services with a proactive approach to identifying potential issues, raising questions, and engaging in open dialogue with team members and stakeholders to ensure security objectives are met.
Strong understanding of security concepts and technologies related to Identity and Access Management (IAM), security engineering, network security design, security operations, security architecture, general engineering processes, cloud security, data loss protection, zero trust, DevSecOps and vulnerability management.
Technical skills in AWS cloud security, security engineering, DevSecOps, scripting, and Infrastructure-as-code (IaC)
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Strong attention to detail
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, or related field required
Minimum of 6 years' experience in cybersecurity, including cloud security, compliance, and risk management with a background in system and network security engineering.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience on any Cloud Platform (AWS, Azure, Google, others).
US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

AWS Certified Security - Specialty (strongly preferred)
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or Associate
CompTIA Security+, Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) etc.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular security reviews of cloud infrastructure deployed by engineering teams
Evaluate infrastructure-as-code against security standards
Review and validate compliance with security policies and best practices
Assess adherence to AWS Well-Architected Framework security pillar
Identify and document security misconfigurations and non-compliant controls
Develop and maintain security posture dashboards
Create or update security configuration guides and playbooks
Offer technical consultation to engineering teams on secure implementation
Implement AWS security controls and services to ensure proper security hardening and other security engineering tasks.
Develop and update AWS security configuration standards
Conduct security training sessions for engineering teams
Present findings and recommendations in team meetings
Identify opportunities to automate security assessments
Recommend security tooling improvements