AWS Cloud Security Architect — DoD Compliance & Zero Trust

Uvcyber; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Uvcyber is seeking an AWS Cloud Security Architect to play a critical role in enhancing security for federal clients. This position involves assessing the security architecture of AWS cloud environments and making recommendations aligned with DoD standards. The ideal applicant will have over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, alongside strong AWS and DoD expertise.

Key responsibilities include evaluating AWS governance, identifying security gaps, and ensuring compliance with federal security guidance. Candidates must possess important credentials such as CISSP, CCSP, and various AWS certifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity architecture (cloud + enterprise).
• Strong experience with AWS environments and DoD security requirements.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with SCI Polygraph or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assess security architecture across enterprise systems and AWS cloud environments.
• Evaluate how AWS environments are governed, provisioned, operated, and consumed.
• Provide target-state architecture recommendations.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

AWS environments

DoD security requirements

Education

CISSP

CCSP

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional

AWS Certified Security – Specialty

CASP+

Tools

SABSA

TOGAF

Job description

Uvcyber is seeking an AWS Cloud Security Architect to play a critical role in enhancing security for federal clients. This position involves assessing the security architecture of AWS cloud environments and making recommendations aligned with DoD standards. The ideal applicant will have over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, alongside strong AWS and DoD expertise.

Key responsibilities include evaluating AWS governance, identifying security gaps, and ensuring compliance with federal security guidance. Candidates must possess important credentials such as CISSP, CCSP, and various AWS certifications.