Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor

Apogee Global RMS; Washington; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Global RMS is seeking a Cloud Security Architect / FedRAMP Advisor to guide federal cloud security initiatives across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments. You will shape security architectures, guide FedRAMP readiness, and ensure platforms meet stringent federal requirements.

As a trusted advisor, you will conduct risk assessments, translate compliance into engineering actions, and support audit preparation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience architecting secure AWS and/or Azure solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and federal baselines.
• Experience designing and validating security controls across multi-cloud/hybrid environments.
• Proven ability to translate security patterns into practical architectures and IAM/encryption practices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cloud security

FedRAMP advisory

Multi-cloud design

Security guidance

Tools

AWS

Azure

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.