SENIOR SECURITY ARCHITECT, TECHNICAL LEAD

ZipRecruiter; Arlington (TX); Remote; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Senior Security Architect, Technical Lead, to spearhead their Security Program. The role requires deep expertise in security architecting and team leadership, focusing on innovative security solutions within the Government Sector. Successful candidates will leverage extensive experience in security frameworks and compliance, while providing mentorship and guidance to security staff.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in network, systems, and application security.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and security documentation.
• Certifications like CISSP or Cloud Security Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security Architects and Engineers to meet cybersecurity missions.
• Develop security architecture patterns and standards for cloud and on-prem environments.
• Perform manual security code reviews and participate in SDLC.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strategic/operational expertise

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

LAN/WAN

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Job description

Senior Security Architect, Technical Lead

Zermount, Inc has a requirement for a highly talented, hands-on Senior Security Architect, Technical Lead located in the Washington, DC metro area to help accelerate our Security Program for a client in the Government Sector. You will use your security knowledge and security tooling skills to lead a team of Security Architects and Engineers in developing, reviewing, and modernizing secure and compliant architectures.

The Senior Security Architect, Technical Lead will support the Cybersecurity Division with cybersecurity services including operations, monitoring, and compliance. Responsibilities include managing staff, conducting security reviews, cloud security engineering, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with standards and policies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead Security Architects and Engineers to meet cybersecurity missions.
2. Develop security architecture patterns and standards for cloud and on-prem environments.
3. Review architecture diagrams and security tools, recommending enhancements.
4. Evaluate business strategies, conduct security and vulnerability analyses, and assess architectures.
5. Develop security frameworks, patterns, and best practices.
6. Assess and improve existing technology security measures.
7. Plan and deliver security solutions, provide training, and improve processes.
8. Consult on security best practices, implementation, and compliance.
9. Present on security architecture topics.
10. Validate security architecture for compliance and risk mitigation.
11. Enhance cybersecurity operations visibility and response capabilities.
12. Perform manual security code reviews and participate in SDLC.
13. Improve vulnerability assessment, cloud monitoring, and security operations.
14. Streamline cybersecurity authorizations and compliance processes.
15. Develop security architectural patterns for faster assessments.
16. Contribute to DevSecOps strategies and architecture reviews.
17. Produce SAR reports including architecture strengths and findings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and strategic/operational expertise.
• At least 10 years of experience in network, systems, and application security.
• Experience with LAN/WAN, firewalls, IDS/IPS, virtualization, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and security frameworks.
• Certifications such as CISSP, Cloud Security Professional, AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Architect preferred.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, security architecture, threat mitigation, and technical documentation.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; higher degrees and specific certifications are advantageous.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a US security clearance (Public Trust).
• Remote work with occasional travel to Washington, DC area.
• Work hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, core hours 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.