Cybersecurity Architect – Senior Technical Advisor

Anavationllc; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Job summary

AnaVation seeks a seasoned Cybersecurity Architect – Senior Technical Advisor to deliver senior-level cybersecurity architecture guidance for INSCOM-ACO. The role requires leading modernization across enterprise cybersecurity, SIGINT integration, and acquisition programs to strengthen mission readiness.

On-site Fort Meade, MD with a clearance path and DoD/IC background. Responsibilities include strategic planning, architecture recommendations, and executive briefings to government leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years supporting DoD/IC or cyber mission organizations.
• Experience with cybersecurity operations, SIGINT integration, and enterprise modernization.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity missions, authorities, and organizational structures.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level cybersecurity architecture support to INSCOM-ACO and government leadership.
• Develop modernization strategies to strengthen enterprise cybersecurity and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with Army, NSA Cybersecurity Directorate, ARCYBER, USCYBERCOM and mission partners to plan and execute programs.
• Deliver executive-level briefings and strategic planning documents.

Skills

RMF

Zero Trust

Cyber Operations

SIGINT Operations

Executive communication

Clearance: Polygraph

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

NSANET

JWICS

SIPRNET

Palantir

ArcGis

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.

• 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.
• Clearance: Polygraph within last 5 years
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or related field.
• C e t r i f i c a t i o n: 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.

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.