Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor

Apogee Global RMS; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Global RMS seeks a Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor to lead federal cloud security initiatives. You will shape architectures across AWS/Azure and hybrid setups, guiding FedRAMP readiness with precision and authority.

This role requires translating compliance needs into secure designs, advising engineering teams, and coordinating with auditors to ensure strict federal standards are met.

Qualifications

• Experience designing secure cloud architectures that meet federal requirements.
• Deep knowledge of FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and cloud security controls.
• Ability to translate compliance into actionable engineering patterns.
• Strong communication with technical and executive audiences.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cloud security architecture

FedRAMP

NIST 800-53

AWS

Azure

IAM & encryption

Security monitoring

Executive communication

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

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

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.