CYBERSECURITY ARCHITECT

Zermount, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to lead efforts in implementing Zero Trust and overseeing cybersecurity architecture. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT/cybersecurity experience, specifically in security architecture and compliance, as well as knowledge of cloud security (AWS preferred). Candidates should possess relevant industry-recognized certifications and be able to work remotely with occasional travel. This role is crucial for ensuring secure and compliant outcomes for a government agency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on IT/cybersecurity experience.
• Experience in cybersecurity architecture, engineering, and compliance.
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and inline decryption.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity architecture and Zero Trust implementation.
• Develop enterprise security architecture and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with government leadership and project teams.

Skills

IT/cybersecurity experience

Cybersecurity architecture

NIST RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA

SIEM platforms (Splunk preferred)

Cloud security experience (AWS)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

AWS

Job description

CYBERSECURITY ARCHITECT
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We are seeking a hands-on Cybersecurity Architect to support a Government Agency operating in a complex hybrid environment across on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This role serves as the technical design authority for the contract, leading cybersecurity architecture, Zero Trust implementation, and Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) efforts aligned with EO 14028, NIST guidance, and the Federal Zero Trust Strategy.

The Cybersecurity Architect will develop enterprise security architecture and roadmaps, design and implement Zero Trust capabilities, support cloud and network security modernization, and help automate security monitoring and compliance evidence collection. This role will also evaluate emerging technologies, lead proof-of-concept efforts, translate mission needs into technical solutions, and collaborate with government leadership, project teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on IT/cybersecurity experience
• Experience in cybersecurity architecture, engineering, and compliance
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN, WAF/CDN/DDoS, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and inline decryption
• Experience with NIST RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST SP 800-53
• Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk preferred)
• Knowledge of virtualization, container security, CI/CD, microservices, and serverless security
• Cloud security experience required, including AWS and hybrid/multi-cloud; Azure or GCP is a plus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field. Relevant experience may substitute.

Certifications

Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications aligned with DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III or IAT Level III preferred. Preferred: CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, AWS Security Specialty.

Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

Location

Remote with occasional travel.

Hours

Core Hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST.