Cybersecurity Architect – Senior Technical Advisor

AnaVation; Fort Meade (FL); On-site; USD 215,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

AnaVation is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect – Senior Technical Advisor to deliver senior-level cybersecurity architecture support for INSCOM-ACO on-site at Fort Meade, Maryland. This role works with government leadership to guide cyber modernization, risk-management, and enterprise architecture initiatives.

We expect 10+ years in DoD/IC, deep RMF and Zero Trust expertise, and the ability to communicate strategic concepts through executive briefings and technical assessments for mission

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with SCI clearance; active or within last 2 years.
• On-site full-time in Ft Meade, MD.
• 10+ years supporting DoD/IC or cyber mission orgs.
• Expertise in cybersecurity operations and SIGINT integration.
• Experience with Army INSCOM, NSA, ARCYBER, USCYBERCOM or IC partners.
• Knowledge of RMF, Zero Trust, cyber operations, SIGINT, software acquisition and modernization.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level advisory and cybersecurity architecture support across INSCOM-ACO missions.
• Assess capabilities, identify gaps, and develop modernization strategies to strengthen enterprise cybersecurity and operational readiness.

Skills

Clearance

DoD/IC experience

Cybersecurity

SIGINT integration

Enterprise modernization

RMF

Zero Trust

Executive communication

Advisory & Strategy

NSANET/JWICS/SIPRNET

Palantir

ArcGIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/CS/Intelligence

Tools

Security+

Experience with software acquisition modernization

Job description

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 Cybersecurity Architect – SeniorTechnical Advisor to provide senior-level technical advisory and cybersecurity architecture support to the U.S. ArmyIntelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) Army Cryptologic Office (ACO). This position serves as a trustedadvisor to Government leadership by providing strategic guidance across cybersecurity, SIGINT integration, enterprisearchitecture, operational modernization, and acquisition initiatives that enhance mission effectiveness across Army,NSA, ARCYBER, and Joint cyber operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior Government leaders,engineering organizations, acquisition professionals, and mission stakeholders to evaluate emerging technologies,identify capability gaps, and develop modernization strategies that strengthen enterprise cybersecurity and operationalreadiness. This position is full-time on-site at Fort Meade, Maryland.

Position Responsibilities

The Cybersecurity Architect – Senior Technical Advisor serves as the principal technicaladvisor supporting cybersecurity modernization, SIGINT integration, enterprise architecture, and acquisition initiativesacross INSCOM-ACO mission programs. The position provides strategic guidance to Government leadership byassessing cybersecurity and SIGINT capabilities, identifying operational and technical gaps, and developingmodernization strategies that improve enterprise resilience and mission effectiveness. Working collaboratively acrossArmy, NSA Cybersecurity Directorate, ARCYBER, USCYBERCOM, acquisition organizations, and mission partners,the architect integrates cybersecurity policies, enterprise architectures, and emerging technologies into operationalplanning and execution. Through executive briefings, technical assessments, architecture recommendations, and strategicplanning support, this role enables informed decision-making, accelerates secure capability delivery, and advances long-term cyber modernization objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: U.S. Citizen, SCI cleared within last 2 years.
• Location: Full time on-site in Ft Meade, Maryland.
• Experience and knowledge :
  • Minimum of 10 years supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or cyber mission organizations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity operations, SIGINT operations, and cyber mission integration.
  • Experience supporting, Army, INSCOM, NSA, ARCYBER, USCYBERCOM, or other Intelligence Community organizations.
  • Extensive knowledge of Army, INSCOM, NSA, ARCYBER, and DoD cybersecurity missions, authorities, and organizational structures.
  • Experience supporting strategic planning, capability development and enterprise modernization initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of the relationship between Cybersecurity, SIGINT, and acquisition activities.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Zero Trust Architecture
    • Cyber Operations
    • SIGINT Operations
    • Software Acquisition and Modernization
    • Advisory and Strategy
    • NSANET, JWICS, SIPRNET, Palantir, ArcGis
  • Exceptional analytical, written, presentation, and executive communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently within dynamic, mission-focused environments with minimal Government oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clearance: Polygraph within last 5 years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or related field.
• C e rtification : Security+ or equivalent
• Experience and Knowledge :
  • 10 or more years’ experience supporting INSCOM ACO, ARCYBER, NSA, or USCYBERCOM.
  • JPME II Qualified or equivalent (National War College, JCWS, etc.)
  • Experience with software acquisition modernization and technology transition.
  • Knowledge of enterprise cybersecurity architecture.
  • Experience conducting supply chain risk assessments for mission‑critical systems.
  • Experience supporting acquisition planning, technology transition, or enterprise cybersecurity modernization.
  • Experience developing executive‑level briefings and strategic planning documents.

Please note

The listedsalaryrangereflects our market‑based compensation structure. Final compensation will depend on business needs, local market conditions, internal equity, and the selected candidate’s skills, education, and experience.

$215,000 - $230,000 a year

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!

Equal opportunity employer

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.