Senior Security Engineer; AI​/Cloud Modernization

Senior Security Engineer (AI/Cloud Modernization)

Fully Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Tanaq Technical Services (TTS), a division of St. George Tanaq (SGT)
Corporation, is an 8(a) Alaskan Native Small Business that specializes in delivering Enterprise Integrated Technology Solutions and Support Services to the Federal Government. TTS’s innovative approach combines proactive strategies, efficient processes, and emerging technologies to deliver seamless, integrated services for our clients. TTS prides itself in being Mission Driven, People Focused. To learn more about us, visit

We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to provide AI/Cloud Modernization support the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of the Chief Information Officer (HUD OCIO).

The Senior Security Engineer will embed cybersecurity and compliance into HUD’s Dev Ops and AI/ML modernization initiatives. This role ensures that all development, cloud infrastructure, and automated pipelines meet federal security requirements while supporting secure delivery of enterprise-scale solutions.

This is a fully remote position supporting a federal government contract that requires a federal background check and NACI clearance. Candidates must reside in the United States.

• Integrate security into the software development lifecycle, including encryption, role-based access control, and authentication mechanisms.
• Implement federal security frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, OMB M-Memos) across all Dev Ops and AI/ML initiatives.
• Support development and security of CI/CD pipelines and automated workflows.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage POA&M's with HUD IT Security Office.
• Collaborate with Dev Ops engineers to ensure secure cloud infrastructure, containerization, and microservices.
• Maintain compliance documentation and provide guidance on data privacy, security standards, and model integrity.
• Participate in AI/ML proofs of concept to identify and mitigate potential security risks.

• 7 years of federal cybersecurity experience.
• Experience securing Dev Ops pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and AI/ML systems.
• Expertise in encryption, authentication, access control, and secure coding.
• Knowledge of federal frameworks and compliance requirements (FedRAMP, NIST RMF, OMB guidance).
• Experience managing POA&M's and coordinating with IT Security Offices.
• Previous experience in regulated/federal government environments is a plus.
• Previous experience supporting HUD OCIO preferred.
• Ability to pass required Federal background screening and obtain and maintain both government clearance and customer approval.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

• Cloud Security: AWS, Azure IAM and best practices
• Dev Sec Ops : embedding security in CI/CD pipelines
• Encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms
• Risk assessment, vulnerability management, and security monitoring
• AI/ML security considerations, including data privacy and model integrity
• Security compliance documentation and reporting

• Analytical and risk assessment expertise
• Collaboration with Dev Ops, PMs, and AI/ML teams
• Leadership in implementing secure development best practices
• Clear communication of technical risks to executive and technical stakeholders
• Continuous improvement of security and compliance processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (required)
• Master’s degree in related field (preferred)
• Certifications:
• CISSP, CISM, or CCSP (required)
• AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer Associate (preferred)
• FedRAMP / NIST compliance training (preferred)

• Candidates must reside in the United States.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Tanaq. Full-time US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Basic Life…