Cybersecurity Architect

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 86,800 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to help manage a suite of security tools and deliver a Zero Trust Architecture roadmap for modernization, AI/ML-enabled security, and cloud integration. The role focuses on aligning security capabilities with mission needs and driving secure modernization across environments.

You will collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and partners to translate IT needs into concrete, pragmatic plans, while guiding leadership with clear

Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise IT engineering and cybersecurity architecture experience in high-tempo environments.
• 3+ years leading modernization or transformation programs across threat detection and Zero Trust initiatives.
• 2+ years delivering cybersecurity projects across large, complex environments.
• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, RMF, endpoint security, vulnerability scanning, DLP, firewalls, and IDS/NDR.
• Ability to articulate cybersecurity roadmaps aligned with NIST RMF and DoD Zero Trust reference architecture.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level III and IASAE certifications; ability to obtain other DoD 8570 CSP credentials.
• Advanced communication skills and ability to author technical docs and whitepapers.

Responsibilities

• Support program management of cybersecurity tool suites to meet mission goals.
• Develop a Zero Trust Architecture roadmap and Enterprise Integration Strategy.
• Coordinate work with in-house teams, subcontractors, and partners.
• Guide senior leaders and translate IT needs into secure solutions.
• Lead network design and provide security alternatives balancing mission and risk.
• Collaborate on architecture roadmaps and implementation plans.

Skills

Enterprise IT engineering

Cybersecurity architecture

Modernization leadership

Security projects delivery

SIEM/SOAR/RMF

NIST RMF / Zero Trust

Clearance TS/SCI

DoD 8570 IAT Level III

CISSP / IASAE Certification

DoD 8570 CSP readiness

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Number: R0232131
Cybersecurity Architect

The Opportunity:

As a Cybersecurity Architect at Booz Allen, you'll support the Program Management of a suite of cybersecurity tools suite, deliver a Zero Trust Architecture roadmap, and develop an Enterprise Integration Strategy for Modernization, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) capabilities. You'll coordinate work with in-house teams, subcontractors, and industry partners to identify the right mix of tools and techniques to translate your customer's IT needs and future goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions. We need to come up with the best solutions, so you'll investigate new techniques, break free from the legacy model, and go where the industry is going. You'll lead the team through a critical approach to network design, providing alternatives and customizing solutions to maintain a balance of security and mission needs. This is a chance to make a difference in the security of cyber defense network environments. Your technical expertise will be vital as you help customers overcome their most difficult challenges by integrating secure practices like SIEM, SOAR, CI and CD, endpoint security management, and advanced analytics. You'll be able to broaden your skillset into areas like Zero Trust Architecture, AI and ML informed response, automation and orchestration of security events, and Cloud-based security, while building peace of mind in a critical infrastructure. Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with enterprise IT engineering and cybersecurity architecture in high-tempo production environments, including designing and deploying defensive security solutions such as IDPS, NGFW, EDR/XDR, SIEM, PCAP, DLP, or C2C, for hybrid IT environments
• 3+ years of experience leading modernization or transformation workstreams across threat detection, vulnerability management, infrastructure protection, endpoint security, network defense, multi-cloud, A&O, or Zero Trust initiatives
• 2+ years of experience delivering cybersecurity projects in large, complex environments, including architecture design, implementation, integration, and coordination across engineering, operations, and leadership stakeholders
• Experience with cybersecurity technologies spanning SIEM, SOAR, RMF, endpoint security, vulnerability scanning, DLP, firewalls, IDS/NDR, PCAP analysis, virtualization, infrastructure platforms, and automation across on-premises and cloud environments
• Experience architecting solution roadmaps and cybersecurity capabilities in alignment with industry standards, including NIST SP800-37, SP800-53, SP800-207, RMF, and the DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture
• Ability to guide and advise senior leaders to build and execute cybersecurity maturation efforts, communicate complex technical concepts, and author technical documentation, reference models, and whitepapers on cybersecurity topics and concepts
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Associate's degree and 5+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities, Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities, Master's degree and 1+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities, or 10+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities in lieu of a degree
• DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification and IASAE Level I Certification such as SecurityX or CISSP Certification
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certification such as CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND Certification, prior to start date

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in a cybersecurity engineering or operations leadership role
• Experience selecting, designing, and implementing security tools and capabilities for large, complex federal or commercial organizations
• Experience with the capabilities and architectural roles of key cybersecurity technologies such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, EDR, or DLP, to guide decisions on tool selection, integration, and maturation
• Experience with innovative cybersecurity capabilities, including A&O/SOAR, AI/ML, Zero Trust, and multi-cloud
• Experience designing secure solutions for hybrid and multi-cloud architectures, including analysis of cross-domain data flows, resource sizing, and RBAC policies
• Experience delivering solutions in accordance with Agile, ITSM, ITIL, and SELC best practices
• Ability to collaborate with project and proposal teams to incorporate cybersecurity solutions and develop high quality implementation plans and roadmaps

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about your total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.