Remote AWS Security Specialist II - Cloud & Compliance

Select Source Solutions; Greenbelt (MD); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Source Solutions seeks an IT Security Specialist II with AWS security expertise to join a remote, federal-focused team. You will assess controls, monitor vulnerabilities, coordinate remediation, and support FISMA security assessments for high- and moderate-risk systems.

The role requires hands-on AWS security experience, strong technical writing, and the ability to document findings for federal stakeholders. A US security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Senior-level, hands-on experience securing AWS cloud environments.
• Experience with FISMA High/Moderate or comparable security requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on security support across AWS cloud environments for federal systems.
• Assess and validate security controls and monitor security posture.
• Coordinate remediation with technical teams and support POA&M activities.
• Prepare audit-ready documentation and evidence for federal stakeholders.
• Communicate complex findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

AWS security

Cloud security

NIST RMF

NIST SP 800-53

Security documentation

Vulnerability management

QA on findings

Stakeholder communication

Security clearance

Federal compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

CSAM

Job description

Select Source Solutions seeks an IT Security Specialist II with AWS security expertise to join a remote, federal-focused team. You will assess controls, monitor vulnerabilities, coordinate remediation, and support FISMA security assessments for high- and moderate-risk systems.

The role requires hands-on AWS security experience, strong technical writing, and the ability to document findings for federal stakeholders. A US security clearance is required.