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AWS Security Engineer

PlanIT Group, LLC

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3+ years in cloud environments
  • Hands-on experience implementing and assessing NIST 800-53 controls in a federal cloud context
  • Strong scripting experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Experience with cloud-native logging, monitoring, and SIEM integration

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement security controls in AWS environments using services such as IAM, KMS, CloudTrail, Security Hub and Config
  • Lead or support security authorization efforts (FedRAMP, FISMA) by preparing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs), POAMs, Contingency Plans, and other artifacts
  • Conduct vulnerability scans, security assessments, and risk analyses using tools like Nessus or AWS Security Hub
  • Serve as the security POC and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure systems remain compliant with NIST 800-53 and agency specific policies

About the company

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PlanIT Group, LLC

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PlanIT Group is an IT and engineering professional services company which provides top-tier talent to various commercial and government customers. We also provide systems and IT infrastructure integration which allows us to bring the talent and manage the implementation. At PlanIT Group, we pride ourselves on being extremely agile, innovative, and forward thinking. At PlanIT Group, we specialize in sourcing and matching skilled professionals to meet the dynamic demands of the digital landscape. With a focus on precision and expertise, we connect companies with the right individuals, driving innovation, and success in the ever-evolving world of technology. Our customers engage us to create solutions to complex mission challenges, and PlanIT delivers. Innovation. Integration. Integrity.

Company details

IndustryStaffing & Recruiting
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

PlanIT Group is seeking an AWS Security Engineer to support our Federal customer in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3+ years in cloud environments. Hands-on experience implementing and assessing NIST 800-53 controls in a federal cloud context.

Job Title: AWS Security Engineer
Location: Remote
Start Date: 07/21/25
Duration: One year plus annual extensions

AWS Security Engineer
 
  • Design and implement security controls in AWS environments using services such as IAM, KMS, CloudTrail, Security Hub and Config.
  • Lead or support security authorization efforts (FedRAMP, FISMA) by preparing and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, Contingency Plans, and other artifacts.
  • Conduct vulnerability scans, security assessments, and risk analyses using tools like Nessus or AWS Security Hub.
  • Serve as the security POC and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure systems remain compliant with NIST 800-53 and agency specific policies.
  • Monitor cloud environments for anomalous activity, enforce access control policies, and support incident response efforts.
  • Review and advise on DevSecOps practices, including secure CI/CD pipelines, automate compliance checks, and secure container usage.
  • Coordinate with the AO, ISSM, and SOC teams to manage system risk posture and track remediation activities.
  • 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 3+ years in cloud environments.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and assessing NIST 800-53 controls in a federal cloud context.
  • Experience with cloud-native logging, monitoring, and SIEM integration.
  • Experience with performing ISSO responsibilities within federal government programs.
  • Strong scripting experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Strong experience with DevOps tools such as Jenkins or CodePipeline.
  • Proficiency with Linux/Windows server environment and cloud networking concepts (e.g., DNS, VPC, VPN, etc.)
  • Familiarity/experience with artificial intelligence (AI) cloud tooling is a huge plus (e.g., Amazon BedRock, Lex, Comprehend, etc.)

Additional Provisions:
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
 
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