Security Architect (IASAE II) / Cybersecurity Architect

Nationwide IT Services, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Remote flexibility

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Generous PTO, Holidays, and Sick Leave

Education Reimbursement & Professional Development

Pet Insurance & Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A veteran-owned IT service provider is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to secure complex systems and ensure compliance with DoD standards. This remote role requires extensive experience in cybersecurity, systems security engineering, and technical leadership. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and an active Secret Clearance. The position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits including health insurance and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of information technology experience.
• 8+ years in technical engineering roles.
• IASAE Level II Certification required.
• Active Secret Clearance needed.

Responsibilities

• Design secure enterprise architectures aligned with DoD standards.
• Lead development of cybersecurity strategies and solutions.
• Serve as cybersecurity SME, guiding technical teams.
• Maintain security documentation and status reports.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Systems security engineering

Architectural design

Risk assessment

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field

Tools

NIST standards

DoDAF

CASP+ CE

CISSP

CSSLP

Job description

Overview

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Architect for a potential opportunity supporting our DOD customer. In this role, you will be instrumental in securing complex systems, conducting risk assessments, designing secure system architectures, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies and frameworks. This is a remote opportunity requiring a proactive, independent leader with deep experience in systems security engineering and architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Architecture & Engineering
  • Design and implement secure enterprise architectures aligned with DoD RMF and NIST standards.
  • Develop architecture artifacts (e.g., DoDAF, diagrams, threat models) to support system development life cycles (SDLC).
• Cybersecurity Compliance & Risk Management
  • Lead the development and assessment of cybersecurity strategies and technical solutions in alignment with DSCA’s security objectives.
  • Ensure system compliance with IASAE Level II frameworks and DoD regulations.
  • Conduct security assessments, gap analyses, and vulnerability mitigation planning.
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration
  • Serve as the cybersecurity SME, providing guidance to system administrators, engineers, and program leadership.
  • Work collaboratively with stakeholders to integrate security requirements across project lifecycles.
  • Present findings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and decision-makers.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Author and maintain key security documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, risk assessments).
  • Provide weekly and monthly security status reports, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.

Required Qualifications

• Experience
  • 10+ years of information technology experience
  • 8+ years in technical engineering (requirement analysis, systems/network administration, cybersecurity, systems engineering)
• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field from an accredited institution
• Certifications
  • IASAE Level II Certification (e.g., CASP+ CE, CISSP, CSSLP)
• Clearance
  • Active Secret Clearance is required for consideration

About Nationwide IT Services

NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in IT and Management Consulting. We focus on delivering mission-critical services to federal clients, leveraging cutting-edge technology and industry best practices.

Why Join NIS?

• Competitive compensation
• Remote flexibility
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Generous PTO, Holidays, and Sick Leave
• Education Reimbursement & Professional Development
• Pet Insurance & Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nationwide IT Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing