Cloud Security Architect, Lead

The Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to leverage your Cloud Security expertise in a high-impact role? Booz Allen has an opportunity for you to showcase your talents by supporting Department of War (DoW) initiatives. We’re looking for a Cloud Security Architect to join our team and help shape secure and scalable cloud environments.

You should thrive in a fast-paced environment, be able to define cloud security requirements, and translate policy into actionable operational processes. You’ll be responsible for supporting the development of cloud accreditation frameworks, security policies, and baseline controls while guiding systems through accreditation and authorization. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, Security and Compliance teams, and architects to implement secure cloud solutions, design assessment methodologies, and establish continuous monitoring strategies.

You’ll use your expertise in DoD accreditation requirements and impact levels, cloud security, AWS and Azure environments, architecture reviews, control overlays, and governance frameworks. You’ll also apply your excellent communication skills, work independently while collaborating across teams, and excel in an agile and dynamic environment.

Join us.  The world can’t wait.

You Have:  

• 8+ years of experience in cloud security architecture, engineering, or cloud cyber operations in AWS or Azure
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing secure baselines for cloud networking, identity, secrets management, encryption, logging, monitoring, and compliance
• 3+ years of experience with FedRAMP, DoW SRG, or government cloud accreditation models 
• Experience with network boundary technology, such as F5 or Palo Alto firewalls, and working with NIST frameworks, RMF, STIGs, Zero Trust, and cloud governance models
• Experience with IaC, such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK, container platforms, Kubernetes security, and DevSecOps pipelines
• Ability to translate complex security requirements into scalable architecture solutions and articulate rationale to technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III certification such as CCSP, CISSP, or CISM
• Ability to obtain a Professional-level Cloud Security certification within 60 days of start date

Nice If You Have:  

• Experience defining security control baselines and overlays 
• Experience developing assessment methodologies and accreditation workflows 
• Experience supporting continuous monitoring (ConMon) strategy and execution 
• Experience assessing enterprise cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Oracle Cloud
• Experience reviewing architecture diagrams, system boundaries, and data flows 
• Knowledge of cloud security domains, including IAM, logging, encryption, and network security 
• Possession of strong client-facing and stakeholder engagement skills 
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.