Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS

Piper Companies; Fulton, Raleigh (MD, NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))

Hybrid work environment (2 days onsite per week)

Job summary

Piper Companies is actively seeking a Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS in Fulton, MD. The role is designed for seasoned professionals skilled in AWS security services and compliance with key frameworks. This position entails configuring AWS environments securely, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams to maintain a secure cloud infrastructure.

Compensation includes a salary range of $100,000 - $135,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work environment. Applicants must have the ability to obtain Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Expertise in AWS environments and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with secure cloud infrastructure management.
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure AWS environments are securely configured.
• Validate compliance with STIGs and CIS benchmarks.
• Monitor environments for NIST 800-53 alignment.
• Identify security gaps for remediation.
• Lead meetings to review security findings.
• Collaborate with DevOps for secure operations.
• Automate workflows with cloud-native tools.
• Maintain security documentation.
• Stay updated on AWS security developments.

Skills

AWS security services (IAM, KMS, CloudTrail, etc.)

Secure cloud architecture

Network security concepts

Compliance frameworks (STIGs, CIS, NIST 800-53)

Scripting and automation (Python, Terraform)

Security tools (Wiz, Tenable)

SIEM tools familiarity

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant certifications (AWS Certified Security – Specialty, CISSP)

Tools

AWS

Python

Terraform

CloudFormation

CIS benchmarks

NIST 800-53

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS to join a rapidly growing organization within the technology and cloud services industry. The Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS role is ideal for an experienced security professional with deep expertise in AWS environments, compliance frameworks, and cloud security best practices who is eager to ensure secure, compliant, and resilient cloud infrastructure. Must be local To Raleigh, NC or Fulton, MD

Responsibilities of the Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS:

• Ensure AWS environments are securely configured and aligned with industry best practices.
• Validate compliance with STIGs and CIS benchmarks across cloud infrastructure.
• Monitor and assess environments to maintain alignment with NIST 800-53 security controls.
• Identify security gaps and create/manage tickets for remediation efforts.
• Schedule and lead meetings with stakeholders to review findings, vulnerabilities, and configurations.
• Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and Compliance teams to support secure cloud operations.
• Automate security workflows using cloud-native tools and scripting (Python, Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and configurations.
• Stay current with AWS security developments, compliance standards, and emerging threats.

Qualifications of the Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS:

• Strong hands‑on experience with AWS security services including IAM, KMS, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and WAF.
• Deep understanding of secure cloud architecture and AWS infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in network security concepts including VPCs, security groups, NACLs, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Experience with compliance frameworks such as STIGs, CIS benchmarks, and NIST 800-53.
• Scripting and automation experience using tools such as Python, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
• Experience with security tools such as Wiz, Tenable, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools for query creation and alerting (preferred).
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty or CISSP preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain Secret Clearance.

Compensation for the Secret Cloud Security Engineer - AWS includes:

• Salary range: $100,000 - $135,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Hybrid work environment (2 days onsite per week)

This job opens for applications on 06/28/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.