AWS Cloud Architect

ForwardIT is seeking a skilled DevSecOps Lead to oversee secure software development, deployment automation, and cloud security practices supporting enterprise AI and cloud-based solutions.

The ideal candidate will have experience integrating security into DevOps workflows, implementing secure CI/CD pipelines, and supporting compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements, including FedRAMP Moderate and NIST SP 800-53.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of DevSecOps processes and secure software deployment practices.

• Design, implement, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines.

• Integrate automated security testing, vulnerability scanning, and compliance checks into development workflows.

• Collaborate with cloud architects, developers, and cybersecurity professionals to identify and remediate security risks.

• Support security requirements aligned with FedRAMP Moderate and NIST SP 800-53.

• Implement secure infrastructure configurations and deployment automation.

• Develop and maintain security documentation, deployment procedures, and operational runbooks.

• Support vulnerability management, remediation tracking, and continuous security monitoring.

• Ensure secure deployment of AI-enabled applications and cloud infrastructure.

• Establish DevSecOps standards and promote security best practices throughout the development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in DevSecOps, DevOps security, cloud security, or related disciplines.

• Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• Knowledge of secure software development practices and automated security testing.

• Experience with AWS cloud environments and security controls.

• Familiarity with FedRAMP Moderate and NIST SP 800-53.

• Understanding of vulnerability management and security monitoring.

• Experience with scripting and infrastructure automation.

• Strong troubleshooting, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, or AWS CodePipeline.

• Experience with Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS CloudFormation.

• Familiarity with SAST, DAST, and software composition analysis tools.

• AWS Certified Security – Specialty or relevant cloud certification.

• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or other relevant cybersecurity certification.

• Experience supporting federal government cloud environments.

About ForwardIT

ForwardIT provides technology consulting, AI, automation, cloud, and IT solutions designed to help organizations improve efficiency, security, and operational performance.

ForwardIT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.