SAIC

Security Architect

SAIC • $100K — $130K *
El Paso, TX 79925Hybrid
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT or related field with 9+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 7+ years, or High School diploma with 13+ years of experience.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite, Microsoft Visio, Project, and SharePoint.
  • Familiar with ServiceNOW or similar service delivery platforms.
  • Preferred certification: CISSP.
  • Understanding of Enterprise Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, DODAF, or Zachman.
  • Competent in Windows, Active Directory, IAM solutions, and databases like Oracle and SQL.
  • Expertise in technical deliverables, including architecture frameworks and Service Design Packages (SDPs).
  • Familiar with Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and cybersecurity concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with project management to ensure clear communication and alignment of deliverables with objectives.
  • Develop and maintain Technical Roadmaps and Annual Refresh Plans for Enterprise Infrastructure Services.
  • Own project deliverables, including design specifications, implementation plans, and architectural documentation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet customer requirements and industry standards.
  • Create reusable Service Archetypes and standards for efficient solution implementation.
  • Analyze and address cybersecurity challenges, including threat detection and incident response.
  • Incorporate risk management frameworks to proactively mitigate security risks.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Engagement in high-impact projects with state and local government.
  • Opportunity to travel to various customer locations.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary:

SAIC is seeking an experienced Security Architect to join our team in support of a major state and local government customer. As a critical member of the program team, the Security Architect will be responsible for contributing to IT infrastructure strategy, developing innovative solution designs, ensuring service continuity, delivering high-quality outputs, and addressing emerging cybersecurity challenges. In addition, the Security Architect will assist with project management activities and take ownership of key technical deliverables. This position is based in Austin, Texas, and may include periodic travel to customer locations within the region.

As the Security Architect, your primary responsibilities will include:
  • Assisting with project management efforts and facilitating the successful delivery of technical solutions by ensuring clear communication, tracking milestones, and aligning deliverables with project objectives.
  • Developing and maintaining Technical Roadmaps, Annual Refresh Plans, and designing flexible solutions for Enterprise Infrastructure Services.
  • Contributing to and owning key project deliverables, including design specifications, implementation plans, risk assessments, and architectural documentation.
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery of solutions that align with customer requirements and industry standards.
  • Providing expertise in the creation of reusable Service Archetypes and standards to enable scalable and efficient solution implementation.
  • Analyzing and addressing emerging cybersecurity challenges, including threat detection, vulnerability management, incident response strategies, and protection against advanced persistent threats (APT).
  • Incorporating risk management frameworks that proactively identify, assess, and mitigate potential security risks to ensure robust IT operations.
  • Enforcing compliance with industry-standard security frameworks, regulations like NIST 800-53, ISO 27001/27002, and best practices to safeguard customer environments.
  • Researching, evaluating, and recommending innovative technologies and practices for safeguarding IT infrastructures and enhancing cyber resilience.
  • Serving as a technical resource for cross-functional project teams in developing solutions, budgets, and planning aligned to long-term organizational objectives.
  • Balancing cost and performance requirements to devise high-value, efficient solutions that align with service delivery objectives.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
    • As an integral resource, the Security Architect will actively support program initiatives while providing continuous engagement with customers, technical stakeholder groups, and project management teams. The role will include participation in project meetings, direct customer interactions, and representation in IT governance discussions, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and operational goals.


Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in IT or related field with 9+ years of related experience. Master's degree and 7+ years of experience. High School education and 13+ years of experience.
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Familiarity with ServiceNOW or similar service delivery platforms.
  • Certifications (Preferred): CISSP.
  • Must have familiarity with Enterprise Architecture frameworks, such as TOGAF, DODAF, Zachman, FEA, or Gartner is desirable.
  • Competence with Windows, Active Directory, IAM solutions, and database platforms such as Oracle, SQL, and PostgreSQL.
  • Expertise in developing technical deliverables, including architecture frameworks (physical, logical, and data models), and defining Service Design Packages (SDPs) for client use.
  • Familiarity with Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and cybersecurity concepts, particularly in vulnerability and incident response management.
  • Broad IT Infrastructure Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise in designing, developing, and implementing complex IT infrastructure solutions. Strong history of translating business requirements into scalable and resilient IT strategies.
  • Risk and Vulnerability Management Experience: Extensive experience designing and implementing comprehensive vulnerability management programs and actionable risk management frameworks to proactively mitigate potential threats.
  • Cybersecurity and Threat Awareness: In-depth understanding of emerging cybersecurity challenges and trends, with proven experience in crafting security solutions for protecting systems against evolving threats such as ransomware, phishing, insider threats, and other adversarial activities.
  • Project Collaboration: Strong experience in supporting and collaborating on project management tasks, such as defining workflows, ensuring timely delivery, and coordinating activities to meet deadlines and client objectives.
  • Ability to Manage Deliverables: A proven track record of owning and delivering key outputs, including technical specifications, risk assessments, and architecture-related deliverables.
  • Strong Collaborative Capabilities: Demonstrated expertise in working with diverse stakeholder groups to ensure clear communication, alignment, and collaboration on projects.


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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