Solutions Architect

SkyePoint Decisions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Certification incentive program

Job summary

SkyePoint Decisions is seeking a Solutions Architect in Arlington, VA, to design and advance enterprise security architectures. This role will support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission and requires a Bachelor's degree, 14 years of experience, and an Active Secret security clearance.

The position offers a salary ranging from $190,000 to $230,000, based on experience and market data. SkyePoint Decisions also provides comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and certification incentives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 14 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve enterprise security architectures.
• Partner with teams to implement secure technologies.
• Lead security architecture reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional

Security+ – CompTIA Security+

Active Secret security clearance

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering

Job description

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively – anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.

SkyePoint Decisions is seeking a Solutions Architect to support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes.

This position is located in Arlington, VA and will be onsite 5 days a week. No hybrid/telework allowed.

What You'll Do

As a Solutions Architect, you will serve as a trusted technical leader responsible for designing and advancing enterprise security architectures that support complex Federal and national security environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, design, and evolve enterprise security architectures and cybersecurity solutions.
• Partner with Application, Infrastructure, Cloud, and Data teams to implement secure, scalable, and resilient technologies.
• Establish and maintain security standards, policies, frameworks, and technical guidance across the enterprise.
• Lead security architecture reviews, risk assessments, compliance evaluations, and remediation efforts.
• Develop and maintain Security Risk Management Plans aligned to mission objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative security capabilities to enhance organizational security posture.
• Author technical recommendations, architecture documentation, and executive-level briefings for stakeholders.
• Support compliance with Federal cybersecurity frameworks and security regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline and a minimum of 14 years’ of relevant experience.
  • An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of the bachelor’s degree requirement.
• Must either possess and maintain one of the following professional certifications:
  • CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
  • Security+ – CompTIA Security+
  • Net+ – CompTIA Network+
  • A+ – CompTIA A+
  • MCP – Microsoft Certified Professional
  • MCSE – Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
  • CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • MCSA – Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate
• Active Secret security clearance.
  • Ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting industry and peer security reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to author white papers, technical recommendations, or security architecture documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to brief technical and executive audiences.
• Prior experience in Federal or DoD cybersecurity programs.
• CISM Certification
• CCSP Certification

Compensation

Salary Range: $190,000 - $230,000. Salary at SkyePoint is determined by factors including location, work schedule, education, experience, and market data.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, health insurance (HMO and High Deductible with Health Savings Accounts), Flex Spending Accounts, Full Dental Plans, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and 401(k) matched.

About the Company

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients and foster a collaborative team culture based on accountability.

SkyePoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans, Disabled individuals, and all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

SkyePoint Decisions complies with all applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws.