AWS Security Engineer

Peraton

. Ensure the security, compliance, and protection of cloud-based infrastructure .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cloud security management, including IAM roles, vulnerability scanning, and compliance with NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP. Proficient in AWS security services and infrastructure as code using Terraform, with strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.

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Cloud Security ManagementAWS Security ServicesTerraform ProficiencyScripting in Python and BashSecurity Compliance Auditing

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Hard Skills

Cloud SecurityVulnerability ScanningIAM ManagementInfrastructure as CodeAWS EC2AWS EKSAWS ECSAWS LambdaTerraformSecurity Architecture Documentation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

AWS CloudTrailAWS GuardDutyAWS Security HubAWS Config RulesCloudWatch

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Cloud PractitionerAWS Security SpecialtySecurity Compliance Certification

Industry Keywords

NISTFISMAFedRAMPIncident ResponseRisk Assessment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityEC2PythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the security, compliance, and protection of cloud-based infrastructure
Lead and support vulnerability scanning and remediation for cloud resources
Manage IAM roles and policies, identity federation, encryption, KMS, and secrets management
Provision and manage AWS infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform
Write custom scripts for CloudWatch metrics and alarms based on application-specific probes
Implement alerting and remediation automation based on probe output
Assist with incident response, investigation, and root cause analysis of cloud security events
Develop and maintain security architecture documentation, runbooks, and procedures
Run AWS security posture assessments using automated tools
Monitor and detect security events using AWS cloud security tooling
Embed security best practices into CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code
Implement and improve AWS security controls, guardrails, and baseline configurations
Evaluate AWS environments for cost-effective security improvements
Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and remediation coordination
Support internal and external audits by gathering evidence, validating configurations, and preparing documentation
Maintain cloud compliance with NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP requirements
Assist with risk assessments and security control testing
Support change control and maintain accurate system and process ownership documentation
Evaluate cloud security tools and recommend security enhancements
Keep cloud environments compliant with security standards and best practices
Participate in on-call rotations supporting 24/7 production systems and respond to incidents

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; or 12 years of experience with HS Diploma/equivalent
6 years of experience in cloud security or cybersecurity
Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash
Hands-on experience with ECS, EKS, EC2, and Lambda
Proficient in Git and CI/CD pipelines
Strong Terraform proficiency, including writing modules, variables, and workspaces
Deep knowledge of AWS security services, including IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, and Config Rules
Experience performing IAM policy and permissions audits to enforce least privilege
Ability to read and interpret access logs, cloud account configurations, and IAM policies
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Must be a US Citizen
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Cloud certification preferred, such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or Security Specialty
Security compliance or audit certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees may be eligible for overtime
Shift differential may be available
Discretionary bonus may be available
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans