Lead Engineer (AWS)

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's **Risk Advisory and Assurance Services (RAAS)** team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a **Lead Engineer (AWS)**to join their dynamic team.

Ready to do more with your Microsoft security expertise? Join Aprio and help organizations across industries navigate complex cybersecurity and compliance landscapes with confidence.

At Aprio, we’re not just checking boxes—we’re securing the future. As a Microsoft Security Engineer, you’ll work with cutting-edge Microsoft tools, support high-impact compliance frameworks like FedRAMP and CMMC, and help shape the security posture of both public and private sector organizations.

This position supports U.S. government and defense‑related clients. Certain engagements require personnel who are eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance or who meet client‑defined access requirements for controlled environments. U.S. citizenship may be a requirement of obtaining a U.S. security clearance or meeting these access requirements. These requirements are only tied to this specific job posting. All Aprio employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws.

### Why This Role Stands Out

• Act as a **trusted consultant** to clients, guiding them through complex security and compliance challenges.
• Be the **go-to Cloud security expert** on a team that values innovation and expertise.
• Join a **recognized leader** in government and cloud security (FedRAMP 3PAO, CMMC C3PAO, Microsoft Government Cloud Partner).
• Work with forward-thinking professionals in a culture that values **learning, agility, and purpose**
• **Support the client relationshi**p from discovery through delivery—serve as the technical consultant.
• Assist in **workshops, architecture sessions, and demos** to translate client needs into actionable solutions.
• Deep expertise in at least 3 of the following areas, with working knowledge of others:
• **Identity & Access:** Native AWS and/GCP stack
• **Threat Protection:** Native AWS and/GCP stack
• **Data Protection:** Native AWS and/GCP stack
• **Cloud Security:** Native AWS and/GCP stack
• **Automation & Scripting:** Python
• Develop **security strategies** aligned with frameworks like **CMMC, NIST 800-171, and NIST 800-53**.
• Support in development of security policies and procedures.
• Architect and implement Zero Trust strategies, XDR deployments, and threat modeling frameworks for mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Ensure compliance while improving operational security—deliver measurable business value.
• Develop standardized methodologies, playbooks, and procedures for technical delivery.

### Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• **7+ years of consulting experience**, partnering with clients to deliver tailored solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills—comfortable leading client conversations.
• **3+ years of Hands-on** design and implementation of AWS and/or GCP security tools.
• Deep understanding of core cybersecurity principles: zero trust, privileged access, APT threats, credential theft, and just-in-time administration.

At least 1 of the following certifications needed (active or obtained within 90 days of hire)

• CISSP

AWS SAA-C03

AWS SCS-C03

Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification

• *Note:* Active certifications are required for consideration