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Cybervance is looking for a Security Infrastructure Support SME with expertise in AWS Infrastructure and Cloud Security to manage, architect, and support secure, scalable cloud environments in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include designing and maintaining secure AWS architectures, managing AWS services, integrating hybrid environments, and overseeing security operations and compliance documentation.

Skills: Required skills include deep knowledge of AWS services, hybrid cloud architecture, Infrastructure-as-Code tools, CI/CD pipelines, and federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related field, AWS certifications, relevant security certifications, and a current government security clearance.

Location: Bethesda, MD, US

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $130,000 - $180,000.

Position Title: Security Infrastructure Support AWS Infrastructure and Cloud Security Support SME

Location: Bethesda, MD | Hybrid- Not Remote

Cybervance is a rapidly growing information security and information technology company based in Washington, D.C., and we are an equal opportunity employer. We design, develop, and manage the successful execution of training programs for government and private sector organizations. Cybervance believes in creating innovative solutions to deliver measured results.

We are seeking an experienced AWS Infrastructure and Cloud Security Support Subject-Matter Expert (SME) to provide expert technical leadership and hands-on support for secure, scalable cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments. The SME will architect, deploy, and manage cloud-based solutions with a focus on compliance, automation, and operational efficiency across AWS and integrated enterprise systems.

This position requires deep expertise in AWS security and infrastructure operations, hybrid environment management, and federal cybersecurity compliance. The ideal candidate will combine advanced technical knowledge, leadership experience, and a collaborative approach to guide secure cloud initiatives that align with enterprise mission goals.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure AWS infrastructure architectures, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity and FedRAMP standards.
• Manage and optimize AWS services, including EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, and Security Hub.
• Integrate AWS cloud environments with on-premises infrastructure and enterprise security tools such as Splunk, Cribl, Archer, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Support and enhance hybrid cloud/on-premises operations, including AWS GovCloud deployments and secure data pipelines.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Ansible to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments.
• Develop, integrate, and maintain CI/CD pipelines with embedded DevSecOps practices, including automated security scanning, vulnerability management, and configuration validation.
• Lead cloud cost optimization efforts, performing billing analysis, rightsizing, and budget forecasting to ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Oversee cloud security operations, including continuous monitoring, log ingestion pipelines, incident response coordination, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with IT, Security, and DevOps teams to align cloud security architectures with enterprise risk management and governance requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, security audits, and compliance reviews to ensure alignment with FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and OMB M-21-31 frameworks.
• Prepare technical documentation, including logical architecture diagrams, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and compliance reports.
• Engage with federal stakeholders, including Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), providing briefings, status updates, and technical recommendations.
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams, including Infrastructure, Security, and Application teams, to support enterprise-wide initiatives and modernization projects.

Experience

• 8+ years of IT infrastructure and security operations experience.
• 5+ years of direct experience architecting, deploying, and managing AWS services, including EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, and Security Hub.
• Proven experience implementing hybrid cloud architectures integrating AWS GovCloud or FedRAMP environments with on-premises systems.
• Experience implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices, integrating security scanning into build and release processes.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
• Proven ability to optimize AWS service costs, manage reserved instances, and develop cost-control strategies.
• Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, OMB M-21-31).
• Demonstrated ability to manage security operations in a cloud context, including log ingestion, data flow management, and compliance monitoring.
• Deep understanding of cloud networking, security automation, and identity management in AWS environments.
• Experience integrating SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) for continuous monitoring and incident detection.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to brief federal leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple technical teams to achieve enterprise security and compliance objectives.
• Proven leadership in developing documentation, architecture, SOPs, and security governance materials.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional preferred; experience with other Cloud Service Providers is a plus).
• At least one security-related certification, such as CISSP, CISM, or AWS Certified Security Specialty.
• Current government security clearance: Public Trust.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Engineering.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking, CCSP, or Azure/AWS Multi-Cloud Professional.
• Experience managing multi-cloud or containerized environments (EKS, ECS, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture, CISA Cloud Security Guidance, and Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) integration.