Sr. Information Assurance Engineer

Who we are
Lawelawe is a Native Hawaiian Owned Small Disadvantaged Business (NHO SDB) that specializes in providing a range of services to federal government clients, including program management, digital solutions, human capital and training, and medical staffing. Lawelawe leverages our NHO status to secure federal contracts that not only drive business success but also support our overall mission to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage. 

You Are
As a remote Senior Information Assurance (IA) Engineer to lead critical cloud security operations, DevSecOps pipeline integration, and compliance auditing. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience securing AWS cloud infrastructure operating at DoD Impact Level 5 (IL5), with preparations for Impact Level 6 (IL6).

How You’ll Make an Impact 
This senior role requires deep expertise in Application Security (AppSec) tools, secure code methodologies, and vulnerability management, along with a foundational understanding of the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) to support continuous compliance and Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced security controls within AWS cloud environments operating at DoD IL5, ensuring architectural readiness for future IL6 integration.
• Architect and manage security testing integrations within Azure DevOps (ADO) and Git environments. Embed and automate Application Security (AppSec) into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Administer, utilize, and optimize security testing tools, specifically Fortify and Tenable, to identify, assess, and drive the remediation of code and infrastructure vulnerabilities.
• Conduct continuous compliance auditing and security assessments. Apply foundational (junior-level) knowledge of the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) to support the generation and maintenance of artifacts required for Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Analyze complex security scan results, coordinate cross-functionally with development teams to remediate findings, and enforce strict DoD security configuration guidelines (e.g., STIGs, SRGs).
• Provide input to internal project teams consisting of both contract partners and government customer to ensure effective use of IT solutions, tools, and processes.

The Team 
Lawelawe Defense Inc ("LDI") is an SBA Certified 8(a) Native Hawaiian Owned (NHO) SDB Lawelawe Defense offers an outstanding record of delivery on various projects encompassing: Program and Portfolio Management; Systems Engineering and Architecture; Network Engineering and Operations; Data Center Optimization and Operations; Desktop/Server and Application Virtualization.

Here's What You Need

• MA/MS in a related field with a minimum 10+ years of relevant experience, or BA/BS in a related field with a minimum 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Five years’ experience in monitoring, testing, troubleshooting, and performing corrective actions for Cybersecurity IT systems.
• Active Secret security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required.
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Direct operational experience with security scanning and vulnerability management tools, specifically Fortify and Amazon Inspector. Proficiency with Git and CI/CD orchestration using Azure DevOps (ADO).
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the RMF lifecycle, ATO processes, and DoD security methodologies, coupled with a practical understanding of key technologies including defensive cyber event logging, application security, commercial DoD PKI, and AWS/Azure cloud authorization.
• Experience in developing metrics from associated Cybersecurity elements, including trend analysis.
• Ability to provide input to internal project teams consisting of both system users and IT resources as well as functional proponents and Army communities to ensure effective use of IT solutions, tools, and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with ECMA to implement DoD cloud solutions.
• Familiarity with additional code quality and security tools such as SonarQube, Semgrep, or Checkmarx.
• Prior experience transitioning enterprise systems from DoD IL5 to IL6 environments.
• Advanced cloud or security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security Specialty, CISSP, CCSP).

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Access to company-provided retirement savings options with matching contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning
• Additional perks such as discounts on various services and products
• Remote work 

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.


Lawelawe Defense Inc 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, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a comprehensive background verification, inclusive of a criminal record check. Employment may be subject to other background checks, as required by the position.



We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and are transparent about our pay structures. Our pay transparency efforts are aligned with state laws and regulations to ensure compliance and promote pay equity.