Senior Zero Trust Network Architect & SME

Zermount, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zermount, Inc. is seeking a Zero Trust Network Architecture SME in Arlington, VA. This senior advisory role focuses on enhancing the agency's network architecture and ZTNA implementation, requiring extensive experience in network security and compliance with federal standards. The job entails advising on macro- and micro-segmentation strategies and leading agency reviews and assessments. The position is hybrid, with remote work primarily and occasional onsite duties in Springfield, VA.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in network security architecture or ZTNA design.
• Hands-on experience with ZTNA platforms, including architecture design and deployment.
• Expert knowledge of NIST SP 800-207 and TIC 3.0 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical advisor for the CISA ZTMM v2.0 Networks pillar.
• Evaluate ZTNA platform capabilities and develop configuration recommendations.
• Assess network access control mechanisms against ZT principles.

Skills

Network security architecture

ZTNA design

Micro-segmentation strategy

Software-defined networking

AI-assisted analysis tools

Education

Bachelor of Science in IT, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or Cybersecurity

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)

Tools

Zscaler

Palo Alto Prisma

Cisco

Job description

Zermount, Inc. is seeking a Zero Trust Network Architecture SME in Arlington, VA. This senior advisory role focuses on enhancing the agency's network architecture and ZTNA implementation, requiring extensive experience in network security and compliance with federal standards. The job entails advising on macro- and micro-segmentation strategies and leading agency reviews and assessments. The position is hybrid, with remote work primarily and occasional onsite duties in Springfield, VA.