Senior Cybersecurity Architect — Zero Trust & Cloud

AITS Defence; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Augusta, Georgia is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to design and govern secure IT systems and cloud infrastructures. This role involves leading cybersecurity architecture while ensuring compliance with Risk Management Frameworks. Applicants should have at least 10 years of relevant experience along with strong knowledge in cybersecurity controls, ITIL standards, and active TS/SCI clearance. Competitive benefits are offered, including various insurances and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Knowledge in Open Systems Implementation (OSI) Layers 1 to 7.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Zero Trust principles aligned with customer strategies.
• Lead cybersecurity architecture across the full cybersecurity lifecycle.
• Design and govern cybersecurity controls aligned with customer principles.
• Secure cloud environments, focusing on identity management and network security.
• Conduct security risk assessments and provide risk-based recommendations.

Skills

Security protocols

Network architecture

Programming language

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

CISSP, CISM, CCIE (R/S)

Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) Certification

TOGAF Certification

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Augusta, Georgia is seeking a Cybersecurity Architect to design and govern secure IT systems and cloud infrastructures. This role involves leading cybersecurity architecture while ensuring compliance with Risk Management Frameworks. Applicants should have at least 10 years of relevant experience along with strong knowledge in cybersecurity controls, ITIL standards, and active TS/SCI clearance. Competitive benefits are offered, including various insurances and professional development opportunities.