{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ce85f59f51366fcbe6a7ac21","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ce85f59f51366fcbe6a7ac21","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ce85f59f51366fcbe6a7ac21","title":"Cloud Security Engineer","description":"LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer with deep expertise in building and securing cloud infrastructure at scale across AWS, Azure, and GCP. The ideal candidate has strong cyber security experience in cloud environments, understands development lifecycle phases, and applies DevSecOps methodologies to embed security throughout the delivery process. This individual partners with architects, engineers, and compliance teams to design secure platforms, implement automation, and ensure readiness for Commercial, GovCloud, and DoD IL6 environments.\nThis role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of security, engineering, and automation—delivering scalable, compliant, and resilient cloud solutions aligned with mission objectives.\nLocation: In-Person (5 days/week) – Washington, DC 20036\nJob Type: Full-time\nCitizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship Required\nClearance Requirement: Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and implement secure architecture across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including Commercial, GovCloud, and IL6 enclaves.\nDefine and enforce security baselines (CIS, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, etc.) and align security controls with compliance frameworks.\nLead architecture reviews, threat modeling, and secure design guidance for cloud services and workloads.\nBuild and maintain Infrastructure as Code modules (Terraform) to enforce security at scale across hundreds of accounts, subscriptions, and projects.\nIntegrate CI/CD pipelines with automated security scans (SAST, DAST, IaC scanning, container security) and drive secure coding practices across the organization.\nDevelop and enhance automated guardrails, policies, and remediation pipelines.\nSupport ATO compliance efforts by embedding controls into the cloud buildout process and leading assessments.\nPartner with compliance officers, auditors, and platform engineers to ensure evidence and reporting readiness.\nImplement centralized logging, monitoring, and incident response across multi-cloud environments.\nGuide a team of security and platform engineers on secure cloud development and automation practices.\nPartner with architects, developers, and compliance teams to align security objectives between projects, stakeholders, and platform teams.\nAct as a cloud security subject matter expert for stakeholders, architects, and engineering leads.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.\n5+ years in cloud security experience\nHands-on advanced experience securing and automating two or more cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle).\nExperience with native cloud security tools (AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Google SCC, etc.).\nStrong background in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM/Bicep) and CI/CD (GitLab, GitHub Actions, etc.).\nProficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Go, PowerShell, Bash).\nDeep knowledge of cloud identity and access management (IAM/RBAC), key management (KMS/Key Vault/Cloud KMS), networking, and encryption.\nExperience with application security standards such as OWASP ASVS/Top 10 and CWE 25.\nExperience aligning security controls with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, CIS Benchmarks, or equivalent frameworks.\nProven track record embedding security into Agile/DevSecOps teams and pipelines.\nStrong communication and leadership skills with experience successfully delivering complex projects with diverse stakeholders.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience securing GovCloud, DoD IL6, or other restricted cloud environments.\nKnowledge of ServiceNow for CMDB integrations, discovery, and security workflows.\nFamiliarity with supply chain security (SBOM, SLSA, dependency scanning, artifact signing).\nBackground in zero trust architectures and enterprise identity platforms (Okta, Entra ID, AWS SSO).\nCertifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, OSCP, or CISSP.\nExperience with Kubernetes security (OPA/Gatekeeper, PodSecurityStandards, Prisma, Twistlock, etc.).\nWhy Join LightFeather?\nYou join a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. You experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. LightFeather is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.","company":"Lightfeather Io","rawCompany":"lightfeather io","city":"Alexandria","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T11:01:24.162Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.05","title":"Information Security Engineers","slug":"information-security-engineers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1212.00","title":"Information Security Analysts","slug":"information-security-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cloud Security Engineer","description":"LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer with deep expertise in building and securing cloud infrastructure at scale across AWS, Azure, and GCP. The ideal candidate has strong cyber security experience in cloud environments, understands development lifecycle phases, and applies DevSecOps methodologies to embed security throughout the delivery process. This individual partners with architects, engineers, and compliance teams to design secure platforms, implement automation, and ensure readiness for Commercial, GovCloud, and DoD IL6 environments.\nThis role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of security, engineering, and automation—delivering scalable, compliant, and resilient cloud solutions aligned with mission objectives.\nLocation: In-Person (5 days/week) – Washington, DC 20036\nJob Type: Full-time\nCitizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship Required\nClearance Requirement: Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and implement secure architecture across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including Commercial, GovCloud, and IL6 enclaves.\nDefine and enforce security baselines (CIS, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, etc.) and align security controls with compliance frameworks.\nLead architecture reviews, threat modeling, and secure design guidance for cloud services and workloads.\nBuild and maintain Infrastructure as Code modules (Terraform) to enforce security at scale across hundreds of accounts, subscriptions, and projects.\nIntegrate CI/CD pipelines with automated security scans (SAST, DAST, IaC scanning, container security) and drive secure coding practices across the organization.\nDevelop and enhance automated guardrails, policies, and remediation pipelines.\nSupport ATO compliance efforts by embedding controls into the cloud buildout process and leading assessments.\nPartner with compliance officers, auditors, and platform engineers to ensure evidence and reporting readiness.\nImplement centralized logging, monitoring, and incident response across multi-cloud environments.\nGuide a team of security and platform engineers on secure cloud development and automation practices.\nPartner with architects, developers, and compliance teams to align security objectives between projects, stakeholders, and platform teams.\nAct as a cloud security subject matter expert for stakeholders, architects, and engineering leads.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.\n5+ years in cloud security experience\nHands-on advanced experience securing and automating two or more cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle).\nExperience with native cloud security tools (AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Google SCC, etc.).\nStrong background in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM/Bicep) and CI/CD (GitLab, GitHub Actions, etc.).\nProficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Go, PowerShell, Bash).\nDeep knowledge of cloud identity and access management (IAM/RBAC), key management (KMS/Key Vault/Cloud KMS), networking, and encryption.\nExperience with application security standards such as OWASP ASVS/Top 10 and CWE 25.\nExperience aligning security controls with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, CIS Benchmarks, or equivalent frameworks.\nProven track record embedding security into Agile/DevSecOps teams and pipelines.\nStrong communication and leadership skills with experience successfully delivering complex projects with diverse stakeholders.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience securing GovCloud, DoD IL6, or other restricted cloud environments.\nKnowledge of ServiceNow for CMDB integrations, discovery, and security workflows.\nFamiliarity with supply chain security (SBOM, SLSA, dependency scanning, artifact signing).\nBackground in zero trust architectures and enterprise identity platforms (Okta, Entra ID, AWS SSO).\nCertifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, OSCP, or CISSP.\nExperience with Kubernetes security (OPA/Gatekeeper, PodSecurityStandards, Prisma, Twistlock, etc.).\nWhy Join LightFeather?\nYou join a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. You experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. LightFeather is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T11:01:24.162Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T11:01:24.162Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Lightfeather Io","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Alexandria","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"ce85f59f51366fcbe6a7ac21"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ce85f59f51366fcbe6a7ac21"}}