Security Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Security Specialist jobs in Arizona are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in defense contracting, government agencies, financial services, and large enterprise technology, with openings at every level from entry-level security analyst to senior security architect. Phoenix and Tucson are the dominant hiring markets, with Scottsdale also active, and major employers with lasting Arizona footprints include Raytheon Technologies, Intel, and Banner Health. The most in-demand specializations are information security and cybersecurity operations, physical security program management, and cleared defense contractor roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Serves as the AWS Cloud Security and Accreditation Specialist for pre-production modernization efforts. This position combines responsibility for designing, implementing, securing, accrediting, and scaling cloud-hosted environments supporting development, test, integration, and future production operations.
The AWS Cloud Security and Accreditation Lead serves as the primary cybersecurity and cloud subject matter expert responsible for managing AWS GovCloud environments while leading all Risk Management Framework (RMF), Interim Authority to Test/Connect (IATT-C), and Authority to Operate (ATO) activities. The position provides technical guidance throughout the acquisition lifecycle, ensuring cloud architectures are secure, compliant, scalable, and aligned with Department cybersecurity requirements.
The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, infrastructure, and program leadership teams to implement secure cloud-native solutions supporting modern databases, Java applications, APIs, CI/CD pipelines, Zero Trust architectures, Identity Credentialing and Access Management (ICAM), and future modernization initiatives.
*This position is contingent upon contract award. Award anticipated December 2026/January 2027.*
Responsibilities:
Cloud Engineering & Architecture
- Design, provision, secure, administer, and manage AWS GovCloud environments and accounts supporting development, test, and integration activities.
- Establish and maintain cloud landing zones, IAM boundaries, security controls, and network segmentation within a regulated government environment.
- Scale prototype environments into full pre-production environments capable of supporting future production operations.
- Engineer cloud-hosted solutions supporting relational databases, modern software applications, APIs, cloud-native services, microservices architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and modern UI/UX capabilities.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated environment provisioning, container orchestration, and cloud-native deployment practices.
- Support protection, detection, monitoring, and response requirements for systems and data hosted within AWS.
- Contribute cloud architecture content to enterprise architecture artifacts, technical documentation, and solution designs.
Cybersecurity & Accreditation
- Lead accreditation efforts for cloud-hosted environments in accordance with NIST 800-37 Revision 5 and DoD RMF requirements.
- Prepare, manage, and submit IATT-C and ATO accreditation packages.
- Develop and maintain assessment and authorization artifacts required to obtain and sustain system authorization.
- Implement and validate RMF security controls across cloud environments.
- Apply cybersecurity concepts, policies, and Department requirements to AWS-hosted solutions.
- Support cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
- Manage POA&M development, security findings, risk mitigation strategies, and continuous monitoring activities.
- Serve as principal liaison for cybersecurity reviews, boundary defense initiatives, and cloud security assessments.
- Ensure alignment with DoD Cyber Strategy, DoD Cyber Workforce Strategy, and DoD Zero Trust Strategy.
- Support Zero Trust (ZT) and Identity Credentialing and Access Management (ICAM) integration activities.
Program Support
- Provide cybersecurity and cloud engineering guidance during project reviews, stakeholder meetings, and technical planning sessions.
- Communicate cybersecurity risks, recommendations, and mitigation strategies to program leadership.
- Support cloud migration, legacy system modernization, data migration, and technology transition efforts.
- Support modernization activities involving modern databases, cloud-native architectures, and modern software development practices.
Qualifications:
- Years of Experience: 10
- Education Level: Desired BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent additional relevant experience.
- Clearance Requirements: Secret
- Certification Requirements:
Desired:
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate (or higher)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- Security+
- CISSP
Any other work-related qualifications needed for the role:
- Demonstrated experience obtaining IATT-C and ATO accreditations, including ownership of package development, submission, review, and approval processes.
- Demonstrated experience with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities.
- Demonstrated experience securing, accrediting, and administering AWS cloud environments.
- Priority will be given to personnel with demonstrated experience performing technical and functional decomposition supporting modernization solutions and implementing modern database, cloud, and software technologies within the Federal Government, specifically DoD environments.
- AI/ML experience is preferred.
About Us
Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation–owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and the communities we serve.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, and paid time off. Additional benefits include voluntary supplemental benefits, access to an employee assistance program, and educational assistance with tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity & Compliance Statement
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
We participate in E-Verify.
DDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Recruiting for assistance recruiting@ddc-dine.com
Serves as the AWS Cloud Security and Accreditation Specialist for pre-production modernization efforts. This position combines responsibility for designing, implementing, securing, accrediting, and scaling cloud-hosted environments supporting development, test, integration, and future production operations.
The AWS Cloud Security and Accreditation Lead serves as the primary cybersecurity and cloud subject matter expert responsible for managing AWS GovCloud environments while leading all Risk Management Framework (RMF), Interim Authority to Test/Connect (IATT-C), and Authority to Operate (ATO) activities. The position provides technical guidance throughout the acquisition lifecycle, ensuring cloud architectures are secure, compliant, scalable, and aligned with Department cybersecurity requirements.
The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, infrastructure, and program leadership teams to implement secure cloud-native solutions supporting modern databases, Java applications, APIs, CI/CD pipelines, Zero Trust architectures, Identity Credentialing and Access Management (ICAM), and future modernization initiatives.
*This position is contingent upon contract award. Award anticipated December 2026/January 2027.*
Responsibilities:
Cloud Engineering & Architecture
- Design, provision, secure, administer, and manage AWS GovCloud environments and accounts supporting development, test, and integration activities.
- Establish and maintain cloud landing zones, IAM boundaries, security controls, and network segmentation within a regulated government environment.
- Scale prototype environments into full pre-production environments capable of supporting future production operations.
- Engineer cloud-hosted solutions supporting relational databases, modern software applications, APIs, cloud-native services, microservices architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and modern UI/UX capabilities.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated environment provisioning, container orchestration, and cloud-native deployment practices.
- Support protection, detection, monitoring, and response requirements for systems and data hosted within AWS.
- Contribute cloud architecture content to enterprise architecture artifacts, technical documentation, and solution designs.
Cybersecurity & Accreditation
- Lead accreditation efforts for cloud-hosted environments in accordance with NIST 800-37 Revision 5 and DoD RMF requirements.
- Prepare, manage, and submit IATT-C and ATO accreditation packages.
- Develop and maintain assessment and authorization artifacts required to obtain and sustain system authorization.
- Implement and validate RMF security controls across cloud environments.
- Apply cybersecurity concepts, policies, and Department requirements to AWS-hosted solutions.
- Support cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
- Manage POA&M development, security findings, risk mitigation strategies, and continuous monitoring activities.
- Serve as principal liaison for cybersecurity reviews, boundary defense initiatives, and cloud security assessments.
- Ensure alignment with DoD Cyber Strategy, DoD Cyber Workforce Strategy, and DoD Zero Trust Strategy.
- Support Zero Trust (ZT) and Identity Credentialing and Access Management (ICAM) integration activities.
Program Support
- Provide cybersecurity and cloud engineering guidance during project reviews, stakeholder meetings, and technical planning sessions.
- Communicate cybersecurity risks, recommendations, and mitigation strategies to program leadership.
- Support cloud migration, legacy system modernization, data migration, and technology transition efforts.
- Support modernization activities involving modern databases, cloud-native architectures, and modern software development practices.
Qualifications:
- Years of Experience: 10
- Education Level: Desired BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent additional relevant experience.
- Clearance Requirements: Secret
- Certification Requirements:
Desired:
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate (or higher)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- Security+
- CISSP
Any other work-related qualifications needed for the role:
- Demonstrated experience obtaining IATT-C and ATO accreditations, including ownership of package development, submission, review, and approval processes.
- Demonstrated experience with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities.
- Demonstrated experience securing, accrediting, and administering AWS cloud environments.
- Priority will be given to personnel with demonstrated experience performing technical and functional decomposition supporting modernization solutions and implementing modern database, cloud, and software technologies within the Federal Government, specifically DoD environments.
- AI/ML experience is preferred.
About Us
Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation–owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and the communities we serve.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, and paid time off. Additional benefits include voluntary supplemental benefits, access to an employee assistance program, and educational assistance with tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity & Compliance Statement
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law.
We participate in E-Verify.
DDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Recruiting for assistance recruiting@ddc-dine.com
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- Technology & Software
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona Department of Public Safety security guard registration or equivalent clearance-based credential
- Relevant certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CPP for information or physical security roles
- Experience with security operations centers, access control systems, or threat assessment programs
- Familiarity with Arizona-based defense or government compliance frameworks, including NIST and CMMC
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for incident reporting and cross-department coordination
- Associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field
Security Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security specialist in Arizona?
The path depends on whether you are pursuing physical security or information security. For physical security roles, Arizona requires registration through the Arizona Department of Public Safety, which involves a background check and basic training hours. For cybersecurity and information security positions, employers typically look for a degree in cybersecurity or IT combined with an industry certification like CompTIA Security+ or CISSP. Most Arizona employers treat relevant experience and certifications as equally important as formal education.
How much do security specialists make in Arizona?
Security specialists in Arizona earn a median of about $83,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,330 for the lowest 10% to over $140,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security specialists in Arizona?
Employers hiring security specialists in Arizona right now include Target, NTT DATA, and Security Industry Specialists, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's strong defense contracting and healthcare sectors mean demand is especially consistent at large established employers with permanent operations in the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most security specialist jobs?
Phoenix, Mesa, and Scottsdale have the most security specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because it is home to the state's largest concentration of defense contractors, financial institutions, and enterprise technology firms, while Tucson's hiring is driven by the military presence at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the University of Arizona's research operations, and Scottsdale adds volume through its dense cluster of financial services and technology headquarters.
Are there remote security specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they are limited. Security specialist work often requires on-site presence for physical security monitoring, access control, or cleared facility work. About 38% of security specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the remote share tends to skew toward cybersecurity analyst and information security roles rather than physical security or cleared government positions.
How can I get hired as a security specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a physical security officer or security coordinator role with a major Arizona employer such as a hospital network, university, or large defense contractor, which regularly hire candidates without prior specialized experience. Banner Health, Arizona State University, and Raytheon Technologies all run structured onboarding for entry-level security staff. Earning your Arizona Department of Public Safety registration and a foundational certification like CompTIA Security+ before applying will put you ahead of most entry-level candidates, even without prior security work history.
Where can I find and apply to security specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to security specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across industries including defense, healthcare, finance, and enterprise technology. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to each one.
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