• Senior Azure Security Engineer

    Tyto Athene (Reston, VA)


    Description

    Tyto Athene is searching for a **Senior Azure Security Engineer** to join our team of cloud, security, and compliance experts. This role requires experience with ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Azure-based applications and systems.

    Responsibilities:

    + Lead the continuous monitoring, implementation and security operations of Azure cloud solutions, ensuring they meet industry best practices and comply with FedRAMP requirements.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security engineers, security analysts, and compliance team, to develop highly secure and scalable architectures.

    + Architect and implement identity and access management solutions to ensure proper user authentication and authorization, adhering to FedRAMP standards.

    + Perform risk assessments and develop strategies to address vulnerabilities, integrating security controls and monitoring mechanisms into Azure solutions.

    + Participate in the selection and configuration of Azure services and tools, aligning them with FedRAMP compliance guidelines.

    + Stay up-to-date with the latest Azure and FedRAMP regulatory changes and industry trends, advising teams on potential impacts and necessary adjustments.

    + Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document system requirements and design specifications specific to FedRAMP compliance.

    + Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring adherence to security and compliance standards throughout the development lifecycle.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    + US Citizenship required.

    + Excellent understanding of Microsoft Azure cloud services and infrastructure, with hands-on experience in architecting and implementing secure solutions.

    + Experience with FedRAMP compliance requirements, including familiarity with relevant frameworks, controls, and security processes.

    + Strong knowledge of identity and access management principles and tools, such as Azure Active Directory, Azure AD B2C, and OAuth.

    + Demonstrated expertise in cloud security practices, including encryption, data protection, network security, and vulnerability management.

    + Experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies within the Azure environment.

    + Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    + Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent, are a plus.

    + Hands-on experience using and/or configuration of one or more of the following, are a plus:

    + Bicep

    + Sentinel

    + ARM

    + Tenable Security Center/Nessus

    + Defender

    + Ansible/ Powershell

    + Terraform

    + Office365

    + GCC High

    + B2B connection

    + Virtual Network, Virtual Machines

    + Azure storage

    + RHEL

    + STIGs

    + Secure Score Remediation

    + Intune

    Desired:

    + Experience with Kubernetes security operations is desirable

    Location:

    + Fully remote (eastern time-zone)

     

    About Tyto Athene

    Compensation:

    + Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $130K-$160K. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

    Benefits:

    + Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

     

    Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

     

    At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?

     

    Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

     

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    **Location** _US-VA-Reston_

    **ID** _2025-1480_

    **Category** _Information Technology_

    **Position Type** _Full-Time_