Cloud Security Architect

Job Description:

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Security Architect. This role will provide advanced technical leadership in the design, implementation, and oversight of secure cloud-based systems and architectures supporting FAA mission-critical applications. The candidate will apply deep expertise in cloud security engineering, system integration, and cybersecurity frameworks to ensure compliance with federal regulations and alignment with FAA enterprise architecture standards. The Systems Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the stability, scalability, and security of systems deployed on AWS, while adhering to FAA regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Apply senior-level engineering knowledge to analyze and solve engineering, scientific, or management problems.
• Serve as the lead Cloud Security Architect, designing and implementing secure architectures for multi-cloud and hybrid environments supporting FAA systems.
• Define and document cloud security reference architectures, patterns, and standards consistent with NIST, FedRAMP, DHS CDM, and FAA-specific security requirements.
• Develop, track, and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to ensure timely remediation of security findings.
• Perform and support of IRAT (Information Risk Assessment Tool) testing, validation, and reporting for FAA systems.
• Prepare, review, and maintain security documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and continuous monitoring deliverables.
• Conduct system engineering analyses to identify risks, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies for cloud-based solutions.
• Support the development of security controls, continuous monitoring strategies, and compliance documentation for FAA cloud systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of security into all phases of the system lifecycle.
• Lead technical reviews, risk assessments, and trade-off analyses to inform FAA cloud adoption and modernization initiatives.
• Provide subject matter expertise on Identity and Access Management (IAM), Zero Trust Architecture, data encryption, container security, and secure DevSecOps practices.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring knowledge