Principal Cyber Solutions Architect

SixGen, Inc.; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) with a 4% employer contribution

Flexible PTO

Job summary

SixGen, Inc. in Virginia is seeking a Principal Cyber Solutions Architect to build mission-ready cybersecurity solutions. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in offensive cyber operations. The role demands expertise in cyber strategies and involves collaboration across multiple teams to ensure effectiveness.

Benefits include competitive compensation, health insurance, 401(k) contributions, and flexible PTO. A Top Secret clearance is required and TS/SCI is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supporting offensive cyber operations, red teaming, or penetration testing.
• Strong working knowledge of modern cyber architectures and operational frameworks.
• Experience developing architectures for DOD or federal government customers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative cyber solutions for advanced operations.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guide technical direction.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure solutions are operationally relevant and executable.

Skills

Offensive cyber operations

Cybersecurity best practices

Technical documentation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Master’s Degree

Job description

SIXGEN’s mission is to deliver agile, mission-ready cybersecurity solutions that empower government and critical infrastructure organizations to stay ahead of advanced cyber threats. We combine innovation, deep expertise, and cutting‑edge capabilities to uncover vulnerabilities, protect vital systems, and ensure operational superiority in an ever‑evolving digital landscape.

Position Overview

• Position: Principal Cyber Solutions Architect
• Job Type: Full Time
• Location: Hybrid
• Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI Preferred

Responsibilities

• Architect Mission‑Ready Cyber Solutions – Design and develop innovative solutions supporting advanced cyber operations, defensive cyber operations, red teaming, adversary emulation, cyber mission operations, and advanced cybersecurity capabilities. Create solution architectures, technical approaches, CONOPs, and implementation strategies that address complex customer mission requirements while ensuring scalability, security, and operational effectiveness.
• Serve as a Technical Authority – Provide subject matter expertise in advanced or defensive cyber operations, guide technical direction across customer programs, review solution architectures, evaluate emerging technologies, identify capability gaps, mature SIXGEN’s cyber methodologies, tools, and offerings, and mentor engineers and operators.
• Support Strategic Growth – Partner with growth leads, capture, and program teams to develop technical solutions for new opportunities and recompetes. Author technical proposals, white papers, concept papers, solution narratives, and customer‑facing technical documentation, and represent SIXGEN in technical exchanges and customer discussions.
• Collaborate across engineering, operations, program management, and growth teams to design cyber solutions that are technically sound, operationally relevant, and executable.
• Integrate advanced cyber operations, defensive operations, engineering, and mission planning into cohesive technical solutions that strengthen both customer missions and SIXGEN's long‑term capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; Masters Degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience supporting offensive cyber operations, red teaming, penetration testing, or cyber mission operations.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in offensive cyber tradecraft, adversary emulation, attack methodologies, and operational cyber environments. Government operator certifications preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of the broader cyber mission landscape, including modern cyber architectures and operational frameworks.
• Experience developing technical architectures and solutions for the DOD, Intelligence Community, or federal government customers.
• Experience providing technical leadership and guidance to engineering or operational delivery teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing technical and executive stakeholders.
• Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance; TS/SCI preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package tailored to experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to lead strategic growth.
• Employer‑paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family.
• Employer‑paid short/long‑term disability insurance and basic life/AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution.
• Flexible and remote work policies for most positions.
• Flexible PTO and holiday schedule.

For more information, please reach out to our Human Strategist Amy Maxwell at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SIXGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity in our people, reflecting the communities we serve and our customer base. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool and create an environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves at work.