Security Architect - Corporate

SteerBridge; Vienna (VA); In loco; USD 160.000 - 190.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Federal Holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

SteerBridge is seeking an experienced Security Architect to design and implement secure, compliant architectures for federal contracting initiatives. You will lead security design, alignment with regulatory frameworks, and risk mitigation across cloud and hybrid environments.

The role requires deep expertise in federal cybersecurity standards (NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP) and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to enforce secure‑by‑design principles and maintain SSPs and audit readiness.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience securing cloud platforms in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP requirements.

Mansioni

• Design secure, compliant, scalable architectures for government contracting initiatives.
• Lead security design, compliance alignment, and risk mitigation across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs) and supporting artifacts.
• Apply NIST SP 800-53 controls across system and data environments.
• Coordinate with engineering, infra, and compliance teams on secure-by-design principles.
• Support security audits, penetration testing coordination, and incident response planning.

Conoscenze

Cybersecurity architecture

Federal security requirements

Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in IT/Cybersecurity/CS

Master’s or PhD in IT/Cybersecurity/CS/Info Systems/Data Science/Software Eng

Strumenti

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descrizione del lavoro

SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.

At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

Position Overview

SteerBridge is seeking an experienced Security Architect to support our government contracting initiatives. This role is critical in designing and implementing secure, compliant, and scalable architectures supporting regulated systems and high-visibility enterprise platforms.

The Security Architect will lead security design, compliance alignment, and risk mitigation efforts across cloud and hybrid environments. This role requires deep expertise in both commercial security standards and federal cybersecurity frameworks, along with the ability to operate in a collaborative, high-trust engineering culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that security requirements are adequately addressed in all aspects of enterprise architecture, including reference models, segment and solution architectures, and the resulting systems that protect and support organizational mission and business processes.
• Define secure baselines for secure cloud and hybrid solutions supporting government data systems.
• Lead all phases of the security compliance and architecture process, from system creation through continuous monitoring, and develop, maintain, and own System Security Plans (SSPs) and all supporting compliance artifacts.
• Apply, interpret, and assess NIST SP 800-53 controls across system and data environments.
• Conduct security risk assessments, gap analyses, and vulnerability remediation planning.
• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and compliance teams to enforce secure‑by-design principles.
• Manage security documentation, policies, procedures, and control evidence, and support security audits, penetration testing coordination, and incident response planning.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for data protection, encryption, and identity and access management (IAM), and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with all organizational security and privacy policies.

Required Qualifications

• Eligibility requirements: U.S. citizenship is required for this position under applicable federal contract requirements. Candidates must also be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity architecture experience in federal or large enterprise environments, including securing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and/or GCP in regulated environments.
• Deep expertise with federal security requirements, including FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST SP 800-53.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more of the following certifications: CAP, CASP, CISM, CISSP, or GSLC.
• Master’s or PhD in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering.
• Expertise in commercial security and compliance requirements, including GLBA, CCPA, FinCEN reporting, PCI‑DS, GDPR, SOC 2, and ISO frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of system hardening, network security, encryption protocols, and secure SDLC practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce audit‑ready documentation and coordinate with Security Engineers, Developers, and System Administrators.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays

$160,000 - $190,000 a year

The posted compensation range reflects the scope and requirements of this position. A final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and work location, along with the responsibilities of the position. Where applicable, contract requirements, wage determinations, and federal contract labor categories may also inform the offer.

SteerBridge also offers benefits that may include health and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, disability coverage, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities. Benefits vary by position and eligibility.

SteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.