Position: Long term contract, hybrid in the Rosslyn area
Hourly rate: $40-$47/hr depending on years of experience
Must be US Citizen of GC holder
Job Description: This role will provide hands-on AWS development and operational support for the External Management System (XMS) solution. The position is also responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, documentation, and testing of security controls.
Preferred Experience/Skills:
• Strong technical expertise in AWS, supporting and enhancing enterprise solutions such as XMS and FedHub Enclave
• Experience managing day-to-day cloud operations, including deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Demonstrated leadership in developing, implementing, and documenting security controls to meet federal requirements
• Proven ability to coordinate and execute security control testing and effectively remediate findings
• Deep understanding of large-scale IT systems, with hands-on AWS implementation experience preferred
• Track record of leading production support teams in incident, problem, and change management for enterprise risk-related systems
• Proficiency with incident management systems and ticketing tools
• Solid grasp of core security concepts such as encryption, key management, SSL, and HTTPS
• Practical experience with single sign-on (SSO) and authentication solutions (e.g., SAML, OpenID, OAuth)
• Broad understanding of system architecture and design fundamentals
• Prior involvement with establishing new ATOs (Authority to Operate) in cloud or enclave environments
• Familiarity with federal security initiatives, including FedRAMP and Trusted Internet Connections (TIC)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS, PMP, CISSP, CISM) or equivalent credentials
Required Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams, including both functional/project management and technical staff.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA).
• Excellent project management and risk mitigation skills, including planning, tracking, prioritizing risks, developing effective mitigation plans, and engaging directly with federal clients and downstream partners.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with clients and stakeholders and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Background in business analysis and providing strategic insights to support project delivery.
