Overview The AWS Cloud Cybersecurity Analyst is a hands-on security professional responsible for conducting vulnerability assessments, applying security technical guides, and monitoring cloud security configurations within the AWS Secret Region. This role involves executing scans, implementing security hardening measures, configuring AWS native security tools, and supporting incident response efforts. The position plays a critical part in maintaining the security and compliance of cloud assets in a sensitive environment.

Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree is required.

Clearance Requirements This role requires an active Secret clearance.

Work Arrangement On-Site

Responsibilities

Conduct vulnerability scanning and assessment using ACAS (Tenable Nessus) and AWS Inspector across AWS EC2 instances, container registries, and VPC network assets on SIPRNet

Implement and validate DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs) using Ansible playbooks, AWS SSM State Manager, or manual scripts

Configure and monitor AWS native security tools such as AWS CloudTrail, AWS Config rules, GuardDuty, and Security Hub; inspect alerts for policy violations or unauthorized API calls

Extract scan results, develop technical remediation steps, generate delta reports, and upload validation artifacts into eMASS for continuous authorization

Assist in security incident response by retrieving VPC Flow Logs, CloudTrail event histories, and taking forensic EBS snapshots of compromised nodes

Participate in daily operational stand-ups to review alerts, scan results, and open tickets

Coordinate patch deployment cycles to minimize mission disruption and verify environments prior to deployment

Manage and execute cross-domain data transfer requests for patches, definitions, and container images following security procedures

Collaborate on weekly vulnerability remediation sprints to address Category I, II, and III vulnerabilities within prescribed timelines

Required Qualifications

BA/BS and 8 years of experience in Information Technology

Experience with AWS or other cloud services

Hands-on experience running ACAS/Tenable scans and DISA STIG benchmarks

Desired Skills

Experience with cloud security configuration and auditing in AWS

Knowledge of security incident response procedures

Familiarity with DoD security protocols and continuous authorization processes

Pay Range Pay range: $165,000.00–$185,000.00 (annual)

Why Apply This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cloud security within a highly sensitive environment, supporting critical defense operations. You will be part of a dedicated team focused on maintaining the integrity and security of cloud assets in a dynamic setting. If you are a motivated cybersecurity professional with cloud experience, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.

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