AWS Security Engineer – FedRAMP/ATO & Cloud Compliance

Inadev; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Inadev is seeking a Security Engineer to implement and operate security controls on AWS, perform vulnerability testing, and support ATO evidence collection for a high-visibility federal filing platform. The role requires U.S. citizenship, a hybrid schedule in Reston, VA, and eligibility for a U.S.

Government clearance. You will collaborate with DevSecOps to automate security in the pipeline, participate in incident response, and use AI-assisted tooling to improve detection and triage.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• HYBRID schedule (2 days) in Reston, VA and DC-area client locations.
• Ability to pass a 7-year background check and obtain government clearance.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with adaptable and collaborative mindset.
• Experience with cloud security (AWS) and vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 / FedRAMP controls.

Responsibilities

• Implement and configure security controls across the AWS environment.
• Perform vulnerability scanning, security testing, and remediation tracking.
• Support ATO evidence collection against NIST 800-53 / FedRAMP controls.
• Operate continuous-monitoring and threat-detection tooling.
• Partner with DevSecOps to automate security in the pipeline.
• Support incident response and forensics.
• Leverage AI-assisted security tooling for detection and triage.

Job description

Inadev is seeking a Security Engineer to implement and operate security controls on AWS, perform vulnerability testing, and support ATO evidence collection for a high-visibility federal filing platform. The role requires U.S. citizenship, a hybrid schedule in Reston, VA, and eligibility for a U.S.

Government clearance. You will collaborate with DevSecOps to automate security in the pipeline, participate in incident response, and use AI-assisted tooling to improve detection and triage.