Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure systems and solutions for a large, complex U.S. government program. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical knowledge who can align cybersecurity architecture with mission and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will collaborate across engineering, operations, and governance teams to develop scalable, resilient, and compliant architectures that support both legacy and modern cloud-based systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Serve as a trusted advisor and "right-hand" to the program lead
• Design, document, and implement secure system architectures in alignment with federal cybersecurity standards and mission objectives.
• Define security requirements for networks, applications, and cloud environments in accordance with frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-207 (Zero Trust)
• Lead architecture reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments to identify security gaps and propose mitigation strategies.
• Provide security guidance throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Develop architecture artifacts, including security diagrams, control mappings, and compliance traceability matrices.
• Support cloud security design and secure integration of COTS/GOTS and open-source solutions in AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments.
• Partner with Information Assurance (IA) and GRC teams to ensure secure and compliant implementations.
• Stay ahead of emerging threats and technology trends to proactively adapt architectural strategy.
Required Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in information assurance, cybersecurity engineering, and GRC.
• In-depth knowledge of federal compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Strong technical foundation with the ability to understand complex systems, architectures, and security configurations.
• Deep understanding of Zero Trust principles, DevSecOps environments, and modern system architecture.
• Experience designing secure systems across multiple domains (cloud, on-premises, hybrid, and mobile devices).
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, architecture, operations, and policy teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing formal security documentation and reports.
• Prior experience supporting U.S. federal agencies or DoD environments.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CAP, or CCSP.
Note: This position is contingent upon contract renewal and funding from the sponsoring federal agency, anticipated end of May 2025.
