AWS Security Engineer

Since 1996, NFF has designed, architected, and delivered IT network and security solutions to many state, and local government agencies, K-20 educational institutions, federal agencies, and large enterprise businesses across the mid-Atlantic. NFF is a technology services and solutions provider, specializing in next-generation IT infrastructure including networks, data centers, cloud migrations, IT security, collaboration and mobility, and full/part-time staff augmentation services.   Our solutions, professional services and IT staffing portfolio are centered around building more resilient, secure, adaptive, and intelligent IT infrastructure and include comprehensive assessment, architecture, design, integration and installation services, and ongoing performance management services though our Network Operations Center (NOC).  

NFF is a Cisco Gold Partner with a Customer Experience Specialization and was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020 and 2022. NFF has maintained Cisco Gold Partnership since 2008, is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia. In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, VMware, NetApp and Splunk.

NFF is a District of Columbia (DC) Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and a SBA Certified Small Business with headquarters in downtown Washington, DC. Our dedication to quality is reflected in our accomplishment of being awarded multiple ISO 9001:2015 certifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage AWS cloud security controls (IAM, VPC, S3, KMS, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Security Hub).
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analyses; recommend and implement mitigations.
• Monitor and respond to security events; support incident response and forensic investigations.
• Automate security processes and integrate security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop and maintain AWS security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Train engineers on secure coding practices and AWS security standards.
• Lead AWS-focused security roadmap projects and ensure compliance with frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT).
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and vendors to ensure secure design, deployment, and operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years AWS security engineering experience with deep knowledge of AWS services (IAM, VPC, KMS, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Security Hub, etc.).
• AWS Security or Architect certifications preferred.
• Experience with cloud security principles (network segmentation, IAM, encryption, monitoring).
• Proficiency with scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.).
• Strong background in vulnerability management, incident response, and security assessments.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (PCI, GDPR, GLBA, CMMC, etc.).
• Familiarity with secure software development lifecycle, code reviews, and API security.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, lead initiatives, and mentor others when needed.

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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