Cybersecurity Architect (Senior)

Interclypse; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K match up to 8%

Educational support

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company apparel

Job summary

Interclypse in Maryland seeks a Senior IT Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of Zero Trust Architecture across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. You will guide security strategy, mentor staff, and ensure alignment with NIST frameworks while delivering enterprise-grade solutions that safeguard critical systems and data.

This on-site role offers growth, mentorship, and a collaborative culture aligned with our mission to advance public sector modernization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IS, Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience planning, designing, building, and implementing IT systems.
• 7+ years in enterprise cybersecurity architectures; leadership in major IT security projects.
• Deep expertise in Zero Trust, cloud security, and NIST frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a Zero Trust Architecture roadmap.
• Act as chief architect in major IT security initiatives and mentor junior staff.
• Provide technical guidance and communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Ensure alignment with government or organizational standards like NIST SP 800-207.

Skills

Zero Trust

Cloud Security

NIST SP 800-53

Enterprise Security Architecture

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Description
Welcome to Interclypse, where innovation meets passion. Every team member is a vital piece of our success story. We are not just a company, but a dynamic community driven by the shared vision of redefining excellence. At Interclypse, you will find more than a career – you will discover a vibrant ecosystem where your talents are celebrated, your ideas are embraced, and your potential is achieved. Every Interclypse team member can benefit based on their efforts and collectively benefit through the overall company’s success. Join our mission to positively impact society, community, industry, and individuals by always “Doing What is Right”. Together, let's pioneer a future where greatness is achieved and exceeded.
To actualize this vision, Interclypse employs a growth-mindset culture that empowers employees to advance in their careers by providing tools, mentorship, and a supportive environment to ensure long-term success.
Interclypse is supporting several Maryland state agencies in the modernization and sustainment of critical systems. This exciting opportunity provides candidates with the ability to contribute to the long-term health and success of the state while continuing to learn and grow professionally within Interclypse’s growth mindset culture.
All positions are required to be on-site at various locations in Maryland.

Position Summary: Provides expertise in the most current principles and practices of architecture data management systems and experience in large system designs. Leads the development and implementation of a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) roadmap for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments, ensuring alignment with government, or organizational standards like NIST SP 800-207. Acts as the chief architect in major IT implementation efforts, providing technical guidance, mentoring junior staff, and demonstrating excellence in written and verbal communication.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Education: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.

General Experience: At least ten (10) years of experience planning, designing, building, and implementing IT systems.

Specialized Experience

• At least seven (7) years of the required experience must be in the direct design and implementation of enterprise-level cybersecurity architectures.
• Must have demonstrated experience leading the architectural design of major IT security projects, with deep expertise in Zero Trust principles, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and NIST frameworks (e.g., Cybersecurity Framework, SP 800-53).

Why You Will Love Interclypse

• You want to work for an adaptive company that moves at your speed.
• You want a healthy work-life balance.
• You want to work with a passionate team on an important mission.
• You want to work for an organization that values and appreciates you.
• You want to work for an organization that invests in your growth.
• You want the option for career mentorship, both in technology and in business.
• You value a company with a strong culture of growth and support.

Employee Impact Program

Every employee has the opportunity to be rewarded for the contributions they can make toward the long-term health of the company, our customers, and employees. This program, in combination with our comprehensive benefits, time off, and leave programs, allows you to design a career and compensation program that enables unmatched flexibility while ensuring company, customer, and employee health and prosperity.

Benefits

• Personal Time Off (PTO) for vacations, holidays, and illnesses
• Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Retirement: Unlimited 401K match up to 8% of your salary up to the federal maximum
• Financial education and planning support
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Educational support
• Company apparel
• Social events: Holiday Party, Spring Picnic, Fall Picnic, happy hours, and more.
• Access to group rates for voluntary benefits such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Interclypse is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

The base salary range provided is not adjusted for geographic differences associated with where the work is being performed. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, candidate’s experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations.