Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor

Apogee Global RMS; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Global RMS in McLean, VA seeks a Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor to guide federal cloud programs through secure adoption. You will shape security architectures across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments, ensuring readiness against FedRAMP and NIST controls.

The role requires coordinating with engineers and auditors, translating complex compliance requirements into practical design choices, and driving secure engineering patterns with a focus on zero-trust and continuous

Qualifications

• Experience architecting secure cloud solutions in multi-cloud environments.
• Familiar with FedRAMP readiness, controls, and audit readiness.
• Ability to translate compliance requirements into engineering decisions.
• Must have or be able to obtain a security clearance (Secret).
• Strong communication with technical and executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Architect secure cloud solutions aligned to federal, IC, and DoD requirements.
• Guide FedRAMP readiness, documentation, and control implementation.
• Advise engineering teams on cloud security patterns, zero-trust alignment, and boundary protections.
• Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and remediation planning.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate compliance requirements into actionable engineering decisions.
• Support continuous monitoring, audit preparation, and security posture improvement.

Skills

Cloud security

FedRAMP

NIST 800-53

Multi-cloud security

Executive communication

Tools

AWS

Azure

IAM

Encryption

Logging & monitoring

Job description

Apogee Global RMS is seeking a Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor to support federal and mission‑critical cloud security initiatives. This role is built for architects who understand the intersection of cloud engineering, compliance frameworks, and real‑world security design — and who can guide federal programs through secure cloud adoption with precision and authority.

You will serve as a trusted advisor across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments, shaping security architectures, guiding FedRAMP readiness, and ensuring cloud platforms meet stringent federal requirements.

What You Will Lead

• Architect secure cloud solutions aligned to federal, IC, and DoD requirements
• Guide FedRAMP readiness, documentation, and control implementation
• Advise engineering teams on cloud security patterns, zero‑trust alignment, and boundary protections
• Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and remediation planning
• Partner with stakeholders to translate compliance requirements into actionable engineering decisions
• Support continuous monitoring, audit preparation, and security posture improvement

Requirements

Certifications:

• CCSP
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty
• Azure Security Engineer Associate
• FedRAMP 3PAO assessor experience is a major differentiator and will be prioritized

Technical Expertise

• Deep experience architecting secure solutions in AWS and/or Azure
• Strong understanding of FedRAMP, NIST 800‑53, and federal cloud security baselines
• Ability to design and validate security controls across multi‑cloud and hybrid environments
• Experience advising engineering teams on secure cloud patterns, IAM, encryption, logging, and monitoring
• Strong communication skills for both technical and executive audiences

Location & Clearance:

• Must reside in the NCR (DC/MD/VA)
• Secret clearance minimum; clearable candidates considered

Expected Skills

• Operates confidently in regulated and federal environments
• Understands both the engineering and compliance sides of cloud security
• Can translate frameworks into real, implementable architectures
• Brings credibility with auditors, assessors, and federal stakeholders
• Thrives in high‑trust, high‑impact advisory roles

Why Apogee:

Apogee supporting federal programs where cloud security maturity directly impacts mission success. You’ll work with decision‑makers, shape architectures that matter, and operate in an environment that values expertise, precision, and clarity.