Cybersecurity Policy Administrator - AWS Job at EDC Consulting in Radford

Job Title: Cybersecurity Policy Administrator - AWS

Responsibilities of the Cybersecurity Policy Administrator - AWS
EDC Consulting LLC (EDC) is seeking candidates for a Cybersecurity Policy Administrator - AWS to support the U.S. Army. This role focuses on administering and enforcing cybersecurity policies for enterprise applications hosted in Amazon AWS. The ideal candidate will work closely with both technical and policy teams to maintain compliance with DoD regulations while supporting the secure operation of cloud-based systems. As a subject matter expert, the Cybersecurity Policy Administrator will ensure that technical security configurations, risk management practices, and accreditation processes align with DoD standards.

The Cybersecurity Policy Administrator - AWS will:

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on cybersecurity policy administration and compliance for cloud environments.
• Collaborate between technical and policy teams to implement, maintain, and monitor security configuration controls, including STIGs, SRGs, and industry-standard hardening guidelines.
• Lead efforts to successfully implement and manage cloud-based Provisional Authority to Operate (P-ATO), Authorization to Operate (ATO), and security control inheritance capabilities.
• Act as the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for hosted systems, ensuring compliance with responsibilities.
• Assist customers in obtaining and maintaining certifications, such as RMF for DoD IT and other required accreditations.
• Develop and update accreditation package artifacts, including system diagrams, hardware/software/firmware inventories, interface and port listings, protocols, and service details.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to translate high-level technical objectives into actionable technical requirements.
• Support the preparation of network infrastructure specifications, incorporating necessary information security features and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Review and evaluate system design plans, Continuity of Operation Plans (COOP), communication plans, engineering change proposals, and configuration changes for adherence to security policies and best practices.
• Regularly interact with stakeholders, including Army CSSP, C5ISR, and customer ISSMs, to address cybersecurity concerns and ensure seamless operations.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's Degree with 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms, including the Azure Portal and AWS Management Console.
• Mid to senior-level experience in cybersecurity policy administration within a cloud environment.
• Working knowledge of DoD STIGs and IA Vulnerability Management (IAVM).
• Familiarity with network, storage, server, and application technologies.
• Experience automating administrative tasks (e.g., scripting or using tools).
• CompTIA Security+ Certified
• Active DoD Secret Clearance

About EDC Consulting
Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA, EDC Consulting is a small business provider of enterprise solutions and strategic business support to the Federal Government. With more than 150 client engagements successfully delivered, EDC has extensive experience designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining complex business systems and software solutions for a wide range of Department of Defense, Federal, state, and local and commercial clients. EDC is an Oracle Platinum Partner, SAP Partner, and Premier Business Partner of the IBM Corporation. EDC offers a rich corporate culture with driven and determined leadership in a dynamic environment that was founded on openness and success. We enjoy an energetic and fun atmosphere in a culture of mutual respect. At EDC, we build upon the principals and traditions of our military. Personal responsibility, accountability and strong work ethic are a must. Our clients benefit from working alongside a winning team of smart, hard-working, creative, and successful professionals. By becoming part of the EDC team, our employees will share in our entrepreneurial spirit and success.

Please send your resume to resumes@edcconsulting.com . EDC Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.

For additional information on EDC Consulting, visit us at www.edcconsulting.com .