Security Engineer; Platform Assurance​/Compliance - Mid-Level Security Clearance

Position: Security Engineer (Platform Assurance / Compliance) - Mid-Level with Security Clearance
Title:

Security Engineer (Platform Assurance / Compliance) - Mid-Level
Clearance: TS/SCI

Location:

Huntsville, Al Contact:
Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Security Engineer specializing in Platform Assurance and Compliance to play a vital role in securing and accrediting our mission-critical cloud-based systems for Federal Government clients. This position requires hands-on security engineering knowledge combined with a deep understanding of federal compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
As a Mid-Level Security Engineer, you will:

• Compliance Implementation:
Support and execute tasks related to achieving and maintaining system Authority to Operate (ATO) status under frameworks such as the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and FedRAMP High.

• Security Control Implementation:
Apply knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls to define, implement, and verify security configurations across cloud platforms, prioritizing FedRAMP High requirements.

• Cloud Security Engineering:
Work directly with engineers to implement secure design patterns within AWS Gov Cloud, focusing on core security components like IAM, robust encryption (KMS/TLS), and ensuring secure logging pipelines.

• Documentation & Assessment:
Assist in drafting and reviewing critical accreditation documentation, including ATO documentation, control statements, risk assessments, and system boundary artifacts.

• Vulnerability Management:
Utilize and manage vulnerability scanning tools to identify security weaknesses and collaborate with development teams to track and prioritize remediation efforts.

• Stakeholder

Collaboration:

Facilitate clear and effective communication between engineering teams, accreditation bodies, and mission stakeholders regarding security posture and compliance status.

Required Qualifications & Expertise

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Experience:

Minimum 6+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity engineering, security analysis, or compliance roles.

• Compliance Focus:
At least 3+ years of direct experience supporting systems under major federal accreditation frameworks, including RMF, FedRAMP, CJIS, or similar ATO-driven systems.

• Federal Standards:
Strong working knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls and FedRAMP High requirements.

• Cloud Security:
Experience implementing and verifying security controls within AWS Gov Cloud environments, specifically focusing on IAM, encryption (KMS/TLS), and reliable logging pipelines.

• Tooling:
Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and the security review process.

• Documentation:
Proven experience writing or contributing to essential ATO documentation, including control statements, risk assessments, and system boundary artifacts.

• Communication:
Strong communication skills and experience supporting technical collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams. Desired Qualifications

• Relevant security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP+, Security+).

• Hands-on experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).

• Active Security Clearance (Secret, TS, or TS/SCI).