AWS Assessor

SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.

. Implement security strategies tailored to cloud-based environments, including Amazon AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing security strategies for cloud environments, conducting security assessments, and analyzing vulnerabilities using Cloud Security Posture Management tools. Holds relevant certifications and possesses extensive experience in cloud security architecture and compliance with government policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cloud Security ArchitectureSecurity Controls Assessor ExperienceCISSP CertificationCloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) ToolsRisk Assessment Tools

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Hard Skills

Cloud Security AssessmentsVulnerability AnalysisSecurity Controls TestingSecurity Compliance ReportingSecurity As Code MethodologiesContainer Security

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Amazon AWSGoogle Cloud PlatformMicrosoft Azure

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPAWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Industry Keywords

FedRAMPRMFFISMAFIPS-IINISTAuthorization to Operate (ATO)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement security strategies tailored to cloud-based environments, including Amazon AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure
Conduct cloud security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and risks in cloud infrastructure
Analyze cloud security requirements and recommend improvements
Analyze vulnerabilities and risks from Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to identify ineffective or missing security controls
Conduct comprehensive cloud assessments of implemented controls and control enhancements to determine their effectiveness
Prepare security compliance reports containing cloud assessment results and findings
Complete and execute a cloud Security Controls Test (SCT) plan
Provide the final cloud analysis report and summarize detailed findings
Review and analyze cloud system artifacts for accuracy and completeness in support of Authorization to Operate (ATO) requests

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to obtain a DoED Level 6 High Risk/Public Trust Security Clearance
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and at least ten (10) years related experience
At least five (5) years of experience as a Security Controls Assessor or similar audit findings response role with a focus on cloud-based security
Senior industry professional certification such as CISSP or equivalent
Experience with Cloud security architecture, network security, identity, and access management
Solid knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies, and methods
Proven experience with Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools, security as code methodologies, and container security
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Experience with security audits and compliance
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification or higher
Good familiarity with and understanding of relevant government and agency policies and procedures, including FedRAMP, RMF, FISMA, FIPS-II, and NIST
U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Certification incentive program
PTO
Floating federal holiday options
HMO and High Deductible insurance plans
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Full Dental Plans
Vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k) match
Flexible Work Environment