Cybersecurity Architect/Engineer

AnaVation, LLC; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 140.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous medical cost sharing

Company-paid dental

Disability insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Competitive pay

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Zusammenfassung

AnaVation, a leader in solving complex technical challenges for the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community, seeks a seasoned Cyber Security Architect/Engineer for a San Antonio, TX role.

You will provide technical leadership to monitor, analyze, and detect cyber events, and oversee DoD IA architectures across computing and enclave environments. Responsibilities include integrating RMF/ATO/cATO, Zero Trust, and cloud-native security into SAFe/DevSecOps, coordinating with Government stakeholders, and

Qualifikationen

• TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly in the last 5 years.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IT, software engineering, cloud computing, or related field.
• One or more certifications: CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty or DoD 8140 equivalent.
• Full-time on-site in San Antonio, TX.
• Nine+ years in DoD cybersecurity or cloud security missions.

Aufgaben

• Lead cyber security engineering for mission critical software factories and cloud-native environments.
• Coordinate with security and government points of contact to sync cloud security across sprint cadences.
• Collaborate with Government, DevSecOps, ISSMs/ISSEs/ISSOs, COT and CPT to integrate cybersecurity into SDLC.
• Implement and maintain RMF/ATO/cATO security controls and evidence.
• Apply Zero Trust and cloud security controls within SAFe and DevSecOps workflows.
• Maintain Body of Evidence for ATOs and continuous authorization.
• Oversee artifact review, vulnerability remediation, and automated scanning results.
• Design cloud security solutions for Kubernetes, OpenShift, IaC, and pipelines.
• Support vulnerability management, STIGs, and continuous monitoring.
• Develop executive briefings, security metrics, and risk assessments.

Kenntnisse

DoD cybersecurity

Cloud security

RMF/ATO/cATO

SAFe/DevSecOps

BOE artifacts

Zero Trust

Vulnerability management

NIST 800-53

Executive briefing

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity

Related technical field

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Terraform/GitOps

Jobbeschreibung

Be Challenged and Make a Difference

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Description of Task to be Performed:

AnaVation is seeking a highly experienced Cyber Security Architect/Engineerwho will support the mission by providing technical leadership for our mission critical customer in San Antonio, TX. Asour Cybersecurity Architect/Engineer you will provide support to monitor, analyze, and detect Cyber events andincidents within information systems and networks under general supervision. The Cybersecurity Architect is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and integration of DoD IA architectures, systems, or system componentsfor use within computing, network, and enclave environments. You will assist with integrated dynamic Cyber defense:coordinating and maintaining security toolsets to support organizations’ continuous monitoring and ongoingauthorization programs and establish a framework by which cyber risk can be measured. The CybersecurityArchitect/Engineer will determine security requirements and prepare cost estimates by evaluating business strategies andrequirements, researching information security standards, conducting system security vulnerability analyses and riskassessments, studying architecture/platform, and identifying integration issues. Other duties include implementingsecurity systems by specifying intrusion detection methodologies and equipment, directing equipment and softwareinstallation and calibration, preparing preventive and reactive measures, creating, transmitting, and maintaining keys,completing documentation, and verifying security systems by developing and implementing test scripts.

Position Responsibilities:

This position establishes the technical quality standard for cybersecurity engineering andBody of Evidence (BOE) development while ensuring cloud security controls remain continuously validated, compliant,and audit-ready throughout the software lifecycle.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the technical lead for cyber security architect & Engineering activities for mission critical softwarefactory and cloud-native environments.
• Coordinate with the appropriate technical, security, and Government points of contacts to synchronize cloud security activities across Value Stream sprint cadences and Agile delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders, software developers, DevSecOps engineers, ISSMs, ISSEs, ISSOs, Cyber Operations Teams (COT), and Cyber Penetration Teams (CPT) to integrate cybersecurity throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Implement, document, test, validate, and continuously maintain technical, operational, and management security controls supporting RMF and Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO).
• Apply cyber security methodology by integrating RMF requirements, Department of Defense cybersecurity policy, Zero Trust principles, and cATO objectives directly into SAFe Agile and DevSecOps workflows.
• Establish and maintain the quality of the Body of Evidence (BOE) supporting initial ATOs, continuous monitoring, and long-term continuous authorization.
• Coordinate continuous assessment of authorization artifacts, inherited controls, configuration baselines, automated security scan results, vulnerability remediation activities, and compliance evidence.
• Design and implement cloud security solutions supporting Kubernetes, OpenShift, containerized applications, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and enterprise DevSecOps pipelines.
• Support vulnerability management, STIG implementation, security control validation, and cybersecurity automation across development, testing, staging, production, and classified environments.
• Evaluate cybersecurity risks and recommend technical solutions that improve security posture while maintaining mission velocity.
• Develop executive-level technical briefings, architecture recommendations, cybersecurity metrics, and risk assessments supporting Government decision-making.

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: U.S. Citizen, TS/SCI cleared within last 2 years; CI Polygraph within last 5 years
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cloud Computing, or related technical field.
• Certification: One or more of the following: CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty or Equivalent DoD 8140certification
• Location: Full-time on-site in San Antonio, TX.
• Experience and knowledge:
  • Nine or more years supporting Department of Defense cybersecurity or cloud security missions.
  • Nine or more years implementing cloud security solutions within AWS, Kubernetes, OpenShift, or containerizedenvironments.
  • Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF), Authority to Operate (ATO), and ContinuousAuthority to Operate (cATO).
  • Experience integrating cybersecurity into Agile, SAFe, and DevSecOps software delivery environments.
  • Experience developing and maintaining authorization artifacts and supporting Bodies of Evidence (BOE).
  • Experience implementing Zero Trust security architectures and cloud-native security controls.
  • Experience supporting vulnerability management, STIG implementation, security automation, and continuousmonitoring.
  • Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI guidance, DoD cybersecurity policy, and enterprise cloudsecurity principles.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior Government leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clearance: TS/SCI w/CI Poly
• Education: Advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Cloud Computing, Software Engineering, Information Assurance, or related field.
• Certification: One or more of the following: CCSP, AWS Advanced Networking, Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
• Experience an Knowledge:
  • Nine or more years supporting Department of Defense cybersecurity engineering or enterprise cloud environments.
  • Experience supporting software factories and enterprise DevSecOps ecosystems.
  • Experience implementing Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO).
  • Experience supporting Kubernetes, OpenShift, Iron Bank, and hardened container environments.
  • Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Helm, GitOps, Kustomize).
  • Experience supporting IL4, IL5, or IL6 cloud environments.
  • Experience supporting Cyber Operations Teams (COT), Cyber Penetration Teams (CPT), or Security Control Assessors.
  • Familiarity with mission architecture and secure software supply chain initiatives.
  • Experience supporting multiple Combatant Commands, military services, or Intelligence Community organizations.

Benefits

• Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
• 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive Pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you!

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.