cFocus Software Incorporated · 1 day ago
HHS - Cloud Security Engineer/Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expcFocus Software Incorporated is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer/Architect to support the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This role involves designing and implementing secure cloud architectures, providing security engineering guidance, and ensuring compliance with federal standards.
ChatbotGovernmentInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement secure cloud architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles and federal standards
Provide security engineering and architectural guidance for AWS, Azure, and other approved cloud platforms
Implement and manage cloud security controls including IAM, network segmentation, encryption, and logging
Support secure cloud onboarding, system migrations, and modernization initiatives
Integrate cloud environments with SOC, SIEM, vulnerability management, and incident response tooling
Conduct cloud risk assessments and threat modeling for new and existing cloud services
Support FedRAMP-authorized cloud services and validate shared responsibility models
Implement and maintain CSPM, CWPP, and CIEM solutions
Develop cloud security architecture diagrams, design documents, and implementation plans
Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-210, and HHS cloud policies
Support continuous monitoring, logging, and audit readiness for cloud systems
Collaborate with system owners, ISSOs, DevSecOps teams, and federal stakeholders
Provide guidance on container, serverless, and API security in cloud-native environments
Support incident response and forensics activities involving cloud workloads
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum 7–10 years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 4 years in cloud security engineering or architecture
Hands-on experience securing AWS and/or Azure environments
Strong knowledge of cloud-native security services, IAM, encryption, and networking
Experience supporting federal cloud environments and compliance frameworks
Strong written and verbal communication skills
AWS Certified Security – Specialist, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate, CCSP, or CISSP
Company
cFocus Software Incorporated
cFocus Software automates FedRAMP compliance and develops government chatbots for the Azure Government Cloud, Office 365, and SharePoint.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Manisha Griesinger, MPH, MSc
Program Manager | U.S. EPA Office of the Chief Financial Officer
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