AWS Cloud Security Engineer - Cleared

RightDirection Technology Solutions LLCDescription: RDTS is seeking a skilled AWS Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure cloud architectures within AWS. This role is responsible for strengthening cloud security posture, implementing preventative and detective controls, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate combines deep AWS technical knowledge with a strong security engineering mindset.The position is 100% onsite and full-time, Monday-Friday with standard office hours.Key Responsibilities:Design and implement secure AWS architectures aligned with security best practicesConfigure and manage IAM policies, roles, and permission boundaries using least-privilege principlesImplement and manage security services such as AWS GuardDuty, Security Hub, Inspector, Macie, and WAFDevelop and maintain infrastructure security controls using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK Python)Perform threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability remediationImplement logging, monitoring, and alerting strategies using CloudTrail, CloudWatch, and centralized SIEM solutionsParticipate in incident response efforts for cloud-related security eventsAutomate security checks and compliance validation across AWS environmentsCollaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps)Responding to RFIs Requirements: Must possess an active Security ClearanceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)3+ years of experience in cloud security or infrastructure securityStrong understanding of STIG hardening, vulnerability scanning, and remediation processesStrong hands-on experience with AWS security services and architectureUnderstanding of IAM, encryption (KMS), and key management best practicesExperience with network security in AWS (VPCs, routing, firewalls)Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash)Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS CDK Python)Understanding of compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53, RMF, CIS Benchmarks, and FedRAMPDesired Qualifications:Experience with STIG hardeningExperience with container security (EKS, ECS, image scanning)Knowledge of identity federation (SSO, SAML, OIDC)Experience integrating AWS logs with SIEM platformsFamiliarity with Zero Trust architecture principlesAWS certifications (AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Solutions Architect, etc.)Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. PI5755a3c4b5f3-37483-40112904