Senior AWS FedRAMP Compliance Specialist

Job Title: Senior AWS FedRAMP Compliance Specialist

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior AWS FedRAMP Compliance Specialist to lead and manage compliance initiatives for AWS services in alignment with U.S. Federal Government standards. This role ensures adherence to FedRAMP, DoD, VA, and related , enabling secure and compliant cloud solutions for government and regulated customers.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Leadership
Drive AWS FedRAMP and U.S. Government compliance programs, including DoD and CMMC requirements.
Develop and maintain compliance strategies, policies, and operational mechanisms.
Regulatory Engagement
Collaborate with regulatory authorities and influence compliance standards.
Interpret and implement evolving federal mandates and security requirements.
Operational Excellence
Translate compliance requirements into actionable technical and business processes.
Identify and implement process improvements for scalability and efficiency.
Project Management
Lead compliance-related projects and manage escalations effectively.
Deliver clear status updates and reports to senior leadership.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, security, and business teams to ensure compliance integration.
Communicate complex compliance concepts in clear, actionable terms.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
7+ years of experience in project/program management in technical environments.
5+ years in IT security audit, compliance, or federal regulatory work.
3+ years of hands-on FedRAMP or NIST compliance program assessment experience.
Strong knowledge of AWS architecture and cloud security principles.
Familiarity with NIST standards, RMF, and FISMA.
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA preferred.