Security Architect (IASAE II) / Cybersecurity Architect
Nationwide IT Services
United States
Remote
USD 130,000 - 180,000
Full time
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Job summary
Nationwide IT Services is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to support their DOD customer. This remote position involves risk assessments, designing secure architectures, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT experience and a relevant bachelor's degree.
Benefits
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
Qualifications
- 10+ years of information technology experience.
- 8+ years in technical engineering roles.
- Experience with DoD cybersecurity policies.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement secure architectures aligned with DoD RMF.
- Conduct security assessments and vulnerability mitigation.
- Lead development of cybersecurity strategies.
Skills
Risk Management
Security Architecture
Cybersecurity Compliance
Technical Leadership
Education
Bachelor's degree in information technology
Tools
IASAE Level II Certification
Security Architect (IASAE II) / Cybersecurity ArchitectLocation: Remote
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required
Employment Type: Full-timePerformance-Based Position DescriptionOverviewNationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Architect for apotential 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 Performance Responsibilities- Security Architecture & Engineering
- Design and implement secure enterprise architectures aligned with DoD RMF (Risk Management Framework) 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 ServicesNIS 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 OpportunityNationwide 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.