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DESCRIPTION
In this role you develop and maintain the Fixed Facility and TEMPEST Checklists and accreditation package, coordinate with the Government accreditation authority and the certified TEMPEST technical authority on construction security and countermeasures, and track accreditation status, findings, and reaccreditation actions. You will work with physical security, construction security specialists, and our Government counterparts to take classified space from design to accredited and keep it that way. If you like owning the details that unlock everything else, this role is for you.
This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the ICD 705 Fixed Facility Checklist and accreditation package.
- Coordinate with the Government AO and CTTA on construction security and TEMPEST requirements.
- Track accreditation status, findings, and reaccreditation actions.
- Support construction surveillance and physical-security documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams, general contractors, architects and engineers prior to and during facility builds to ensure government build compliance.
- Able to read and understand construction details and drawings that capture government requirements and standards.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security?
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of physical/SCIF security or accreditation experience.
- Working knowledge of ICD 705 and SCIF construction/accreditation standards.
- Experience preparing accreditation documentation.
- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Government SCIF accreditation and CTTA coordination.
- TEMPEST or technical-security background.
- ICD 705 practitioner training.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, TX, San Antonio - 102,000.00 - 178,400.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
In this role you develop and maintain the Fixed Facility and TEMPEST Checklists and accreditation package, coordinate with the Government accreditation authority and the certified TEMPEST technical authority on construction security and countermeasures, and track accreditation status, findings, and reaccreditation actions. You will work with physical security, construction security specialists, and our Government counterparts to take classified space from design to accredited and keep it that way. If you like owning the details that unlock everything else, this role is for you.
This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and must currently possess and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the ICD 705 Fixed Facility Checklist and accreditation package.
- Coordinate with the Government AO and CTTA on construction security and TEMPEST requirements.
- Track accreditation status, findings, and reaccreditation actions.
- Support construction surveillance and physical-security documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams, general contractors, architects and engineers prior to and during facility builds to ensure government build compliance.
- Able to read and understand construction details and drawings that capture government requirements and standards.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security?
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of physical/SCIF security or accreditation experience.
- Working knowledge of ICD 705 and SCIF construction/accreditation standards.
- Experience preparing accreditation documentation.
- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of TS/SCI with Polygraph
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Government SCIF accreditation and CTTA coordination.
- TEMPEST or technical-security background.
- ICD 705 practitioner training.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, TX, San Antonio - 102,000.00 - 178,400.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Deloitte21
- Google19
- Booz Allen Hamilton11
- Amazon9
- Amazon Web Services7
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software22
- Investment & Asset Management8
- Banking & Financial Services7
- Accounting & Auditing4
- Consulting & Professional Services4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cloud security engineer jobs.
- Hands-on experience securing AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform environments
- Proficiency with cloud-native security tools such as CSPM, SIEM, and IAM platforms
- Relevant certification such as CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or CISSP
- Experience implementing or auditing compliance frameworks including SOC 2, FedRAMP, or HIPAA
- Ability to write infrastructure-as-code and automate security controls using scripting languages
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical discipline
Tips for Your Cloud Security Engineer Job Search
Align your resume to cloud platforms
Hiring managers distinguish between candidates who list cloud experience generically and those who name specific platforms, AWS, Azure, or GCP, alongside the security services they've used, such as Security Hub, Defender for Cloud, or Security Command Center.
Lead with certifications above your summary
Cloud security engineer postings routinely filter on CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, or CISSP before reading experience. Place active certifications in a dedicated line near the top so a recruiter's first scan confirms you meet the floor requirement.
Target openings by compliance framework
Many postings are written around a specific framework, FedRAMP, SOC 2, HIPAA, or PCI DSS. Filtering by those terms in your search surfaces roles where your compliance experience is a direct match rather than a bonus.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cloud security engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical cloud security interview
Expect questions on threat modeling in cloud environments, IAM policy misconfigurations, and secure architecture design. Practice walking through a real incident or architecture decision you made, because interviewers want to hear your reasoning, not a definition.
Negotiate with cloud-specific scope in mind
When you receive an offer, ask about the cloud footprint, number of accounts, multi-cloud vs. single provider, and team structure. That context signals your seriousness and gives you leverage to negotiate scope, title, or level more precisely.
Cloud Security Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cloud security engineers?
The companies hiring the most cloud security engineers right now include Deloitte, Google, and Booz Allen Hamilton, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in financial services, federal contracting, and large technology firms with multi-cloud environments.
How many cloud security engineer jobs are remote?
About 76% of cloud security engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in the security field. Identity and access management, cloud security architecture, and compliance engineering roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to FedRAMP or government clearance work are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a cloud security engineer?
Start by building foundational cloud skills on one major platform, then layer in security-specific training focused on IAM, network security, and threat detection within that environment. Earn a recognized certification such as AWS Security Specialty or CCSP to validate your knowledge. Practical experience through labs, personal cloud projects, or a role in cloud operations or general IT security creates the bridge most employers expect before hiring at the engineer level.
Can you get hired as a cloud security engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level cloud security engineer roles exist, but they typically require demonstrated hands-on cloud exposure even without years of job history. Passing a cloud security certification, completing a structured cloud security lab curriculum, and contributing to an open-source cloud security project gives hiring managers concrete evidence of your skills. Targeting smaller companies or managed security service providers can also be more accessible for candidates still building their first years of experience.
What does the cloud security engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical phone interview covering cloud fundamentals and security concepts. A practical round often asks you to review an architecture diagram, identify misconfigurations, or walk through how you'd secure a specific cloud deployment. A final round with a hiring manager or team typically focuses on past projects, incident experience, and how you work across engineering and compliance teams.
Where can I find and apply to cloud security engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to cloud security engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and cloud platform focus, then apply directly to each listing. No intermediary step is required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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