Cybersecurity Architect (TS/SCI + Poly)

Insight Global; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a TS/SCI-cleared Senior Cybersecurity Architect to sit onsite in Washington, DC or Reston, VA. Lead enterprise cybersecurity design, drive Zero Trust initiatives, and partner with federal stakeholders to mature security capabilities across complex environments.

The role requires deep expertise in securing large programs, architecting secure networks, and guiding governance. Strong collaboration with senior leaders is essential for successful modernization and risk

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Extensive experience with leading technical delivery for large, complex organizations.
• Experience in network architecture and design, and Zero Trust initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity solutions.
• Develop Zero Trust strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with standards.
• Advise leadership on cybersecurity modernization and risk reduction strategies.
• Develop technical documentation and implementation plans for long-term objectives.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

Zero Trust

Leadership to executives

Network architecture

Threat modeling

Education

Associates/Bachelors/Masters combinations with years of experience

Tools

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Security Clearance Required:

TS/SCI + Poly

Work Hours:

8 hour days M- F; Individuals need to start their days no later than 8:30 am

Work Location:

100% onsite in Washington, DC OR Reston, VA

Education/Years of Experience Requirements:

• Associates and 10+ years, or Bachelors and 8+ years, Masters and 6+ years, or 12 years total in lieu of a degree

Certification(s) Required:

• DoD 8570 Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support Certification (CSSP-IS), including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND Certification. Needed within 30 days of accepting offer
• DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+), CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, CCSP certification. Needed within 45 days of CSSP-IS date of offer accepted date

Interview Process:

One-and-done interview (Teams Video)

Job Description:

Must Haves:

• Active TS/SCI + Polygraph Security clearance
• Associate’s degree and 10+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities, Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities, or Master’s degree and 6+ years of experience supporting IT projects, or 12+ years of experience supporting IT projects and activities in lieu of a degree
• 8+ years of experience with Cybersecurity, including 5+ years of experience with leading technical project delivery for large, complex organizations
• 5+ years of experience in network architecture and design
• Experience with architecting Zero Trust solutions, road maps, and capabilities in alignment with industry standards, including NIST 800-207 and DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture
• Experience with leading product selection initiatives, including perimeter defense, zero trust, A&O, AI, analytics, secure DevOps, identity and access management, or network access control
• Ability to work with and guide senior leaders, including CISO, CIO, and CTO, and executives to ideate, build, and execute cybersecurity capability maturation
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider - Infrastructure Support (CSSP-IS) Certification, including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND certification within 30 days of offer accept
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+), CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, CCSP certification within 45 days of CSSP-IS date (or offer accept if candidate already has CSSP-IS Cert) or 45 days after CSSP-IS if CSSP-IS is also needed.

Plusses:

• Experience in a Cybersecurity compliance, operations, or engineering leadership role
• Experience with selecting, designing, and implementing security tools and capabilities for large, complex federal or commercial organizations
• Ability to collaborate with project and proposal teams effectively to incorporate Cybersecurity solutions and develop high-quality implementation plans and roadmaps
• Ability to author technical documentation and whitepapers and blogs on leading Cybersecurity topics and concepts
• Experience with innovative Cybersecurity capabilities, including A&O, AI and machine learning, NGFW, and Big Data
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills

Day to Day:

Insight Global is looking to hire a TS/SCI-cleared Senior Cybersecurity Architect sitting onsite in Washington, DC or Reston, VA. This individual will lead the design and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity solutions, partnering with technical teams and senior government stakeholders to develop secure architectures, mature cybersecurity capabilities, and drive Zero Trust initiatives across complex environments.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity solutions supporting mission-critical environments.
• Develop Zero Trust strategies, roadmaps, and technical architectures aligned with federal and DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Lead the design of secure network and system architectures, developing tailored solutions that balance security requirements with mission objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert across cybersecurity domains including cloud security, IoT security, identity and access management (IAM), automation and orchestration (A&O), and machine learning.
• Advise senior government and technical leadership on cybersecurity modernization efforts, capability development, and risk reduction strategies.
• Evaluate, recommend, and support the implementation of cybersecurity technologies across areas such as perimeter defense, Zero Trust, secure DevOps, automation, analytics, and AI-driven security solutions.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and stakeholder teams to identify complex security challenges and develop scalable enterprise solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship while supporting project execution, strategic planning, and cybersecurity transformation initiatives.
• Develop technical documentation, implementation plans, and strategic recommendations to support long-term cybersecurity objectives.