AWS Cloud Security Architect (Top Secret)

Virginia, U.S.

$170,000 – $200,000 per year

TLDR

Lead analysis of enterprise and AWS cloud architectures to identify security gaps and strengthen DoD-aligned security for a key Federal customer.

Make a difference here. UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing a comprehensive suite of security operations solutions. Founded and operated by security practitioners with decades of experience, the UltraViolet Cyber security-as-code platform combines technology innovation and human expertise to make advanced real-time cybersecurity accessible for all organizations by eliminating risks of separate red and blue teams. By creating continuously optimized identification, detection, and resilience from today’s dynamic threat landscape, UltraViolet Cyber provides both managed and custom-tailored unified security operations solutions to the Fortune 500, Federal Government, and Commercial clients. UltraViolet Cyber is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with global offices across the U.S. and in India. The AWS Cloud Security Architect will play an integral role with the execution of a key Federal customer of UltraViolet Cyber. The Cloud Architect will lead the analysis of enterprise and AWS cloud architecture to identify security gaps and recommend improvements aligned with DoD and industry standards. We are assembling a mission focused team to deliver AWS Cloud Assessment services. What You'll Do:

• Assess security architecture across enterprise systems and AWS cloud environments
• Evaluate how AWS environments are governed, provisioned, operated, and consumed
• Analyze architecture within AWS IL4 (or similar regulated environments)
• Identify security gaps across:
o System design
o Cloud configurations
o Policy enforcement
o Operational processes
• Evaluate alignment with:
o AWS Well-Architected Framework
o DoD and federal security guidance
o Zero Trust and defense-in-depth principles
• Provide target-state architecture recommendations
• Support identification of policy, operational, and technical deficiencies

What You've Done:

• 10+ years in cybersecurity architecture (cloud + enterprise)
• Strong experience with AWS environments and DoD security requirements
Core Certifications:
• CISSP (foundational requirement for most architect roles)
• CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional) – critical for AWS/cloud environments
Cloud / AWS:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Architecture / Advanced (Preferred):
• SABSA (Security Architecture)
• TOGAF (Enterprise Architecture)
DoD / Federal:
• CASP+ (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
Clearance Requirement:
• Active TS/SCI with SCI Polygraph (or eligible)

What We Offer:

401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)

Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness

Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program

11 Paid Holidays Annually

UltraViolet Cyber maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect our company's differing products, services, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors.

We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this position. We know your time is valuable.

UltraViolet Cyber welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

If you want to make an impact, UltraViolet Cyber is the place for you!

Benefits

Equity Compensation

401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed

Health Insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)

Additional voluntary insurance options

Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays Annually

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UltraViolet Cyber

UltraViolet Cyber builds a cybersecurity platform that integrates security operations for enterprises, eliminating risks associated with traditional red and blue team approaches. Targeting Fortune 500 and government clients, they deliver a combination of technology-driven solutions and expert management to enhance real-time security across diverse organizational landscapes.

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