Security Architect SME (Remote - US)

Jobgether

United States

Remoto

USD 152.000 - 190.000

Tempo pieno

14 giorni+

Generatore di candidature

Una candidatura fatta su misura per questo lavoro — un curriculum e una lettera di presentazione personalizzati, perfettamente in linea con l'annuncio.

Supera i filtri ATS

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work options

99% coverage of Medical, Dental, and Vision

100% paid professional certifications

401(k) matching up to 4%

Paid time off and wellness programs

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a highly skilled Security Architect SME in the United States. This role will lead the design of secure enterprise architectures, implement Zero Trust principles, and ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in security architecture and risk management, with strong Azure skills. This opportunity offers competitive compensation and remote work options.

Competenze

7+ years designing security architectures referencing NIST controls.
2+ years experience implementing Zero Trust architectures.
Deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5.

Mansioni

Develop and maintain security architecture standards for cloud systems.
Lead Zero Trust initiatives and enforce least privilege access.
Document security boundaries and define technical requirements.

Conoscenze

Security Architecture Design

Risk Management

Azure Security Services

NIST Compliance

Zero Trust Architecture

Documentation Skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Azure

COTS tools

Descrizione del lavoro

This range is provided by Jobgether. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$152,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Valiant Solutions, LLC. We are currently looking for a Security Architect SME in the United States.

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Architect SME to lead the design and assessment of secure enterprise architectures across cloud and on-premise environments. In this role, you will develop security guidance, reference architectures, and standards to support large-scale government systems. You will collaborate with technical and operational teams to implement Zero Trust architectures, enforce least privilege access, and align system designs with federal cybersecurity mandates such as NIST SP 800-53. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical knowledge with hands-on experience in security architecture assessment, system hardening, and risk management. This position offers the opportunity to shape the security posture of critical federal systems while leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies.

Accountabilities

Develop, align, and maintain security architecture standards, reference diagrams, and guidance for cloud and on-premise systems
Design and assess enterprise security architectures, ensuring compliance with NIST and other federal security standards
Lead Zero Trust initiatives, enforcing least privilege access controls and automating security mechanisms
Document security boundaries, categorize systems, and define technical and organizational security requirements
Evaluate security postures, identify gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance protection
Create high-quality technical deliverables, including reports, white papers, reference architectures, and briefings for technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate functional requirements into secure system designs and provide guidance on risk management and compliance
Support acquisition and procurement efforts by defining security requirements, estimating costs, and evaluating proposed capabilities

Requirements

7+ years designing security architectures referencing NIST controls, agency policies, and government-wide security mandates
2+ years of experience implementing Zero Trust architectures in cloud and on-premise environments
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure security services and integration of COTS tools
Proven experience assessing security architectures, documenting findings, and delivering presentations
Deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 and related federal cybersecurity standards
Ability to define system security boundaries, categorize systems, and manage security throughout the system lifecycle
Experience translating functional needs into technical security requirements and supporting enterprise risk management
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating documentation, diagrams, and executive presentations
U.S. Citizenship and ability to successfully pass a federal background investigation

Preferred Certifications

CISSP, CCSP, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, SSCP
CompTIA Security+, CASP, Cloud Essentials, Cloud+
EC-Council CNDA, CEH
GIAC Security Expert (GSE), GMON

Benefits

Salary range: $152,000 - $190,100 (based on experience and qualifications)
Remote work options with flexibility and trust-based oversight
99% coverage of Medical, Dental, and Vision for full-time employees; 25% contribution for dependents
100% paid short-term disability and life insurance
100% paid professional certifications
401(k) matching up to 4%
Paid time off, federal holidays, and 40 hours dedicated to innovation projects
Wellness and fitness programs
Online education and training portal
Public transit and parking reimbursement; FSA programs for medical, dependent care, transit, and parking
Employee referral bonuses

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly:

Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements
It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score
Based on this analysis, the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role are automatically shortlisted
When necessary, our human team performs an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias, focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company. The final decision and next steps, including interviews or assessments, are made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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