Cleared AWS Security / ATO Specialist, Full Scope Polygraph, FSP

Leidos

full-time

Posted on: 9/5/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States

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💰 $175,000 - $215,000 per year

SeniorLead

AWSCloudJavaScriptPython

About the role

Support the security authorization of AWS cloud-based workloads by developing and maintaining compliance documentation
Automate security controls and integrate cloud audit data to meet ATO requirements under the MPO framework
Support security compliance and ATO efforts for AWS cloud workloads in a classified environment
Develop security documentation, automate compliance controls, and integrate AWS audit data to meet MPO and NIST requirements
Work approximately 2–3 days per week on-site in Fort Meade, MD in a hybrid role
Collaborate with the dynamic IT team to manage critical infrastructure and work with cutting-edge technologies

7-9 years of professional experience supporting security compliance and ATO (Authority to Operate) efforts for AWS cloud workloads in a classified environment
U.S. citizenship required (pursuant to a government contract)
An active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) Security Clearance from MPO with a Greenbadge is required
Must be able to work approximately 2–3 days per week on-site in Fort Meade, MD
Deep knowledge of NIST RMF and NIST SP 800-53
Experience authoring ATO (Authority to Operate) documentation and security artifacts
AWS Config – for compliance automation
Amazon CloudWatch & AWS CloudTrail – for monitoring logs and security events
Integration of cloud logs with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools
Python – for automating security tasks and compliance workflows
Building and managing STIG-compliant AMIs and cloud resources
Nice to Have: Experience with continuous compliance monitoring tools
Nice to Have: Familiarity with AWS security services like AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, and IAM policies
Excellent communicator in writing and speaking
Ability to work independently but also value teamwork
Excellent problem-solving skills