Zermount - ITSE
The Cybersecurity Architect evaluates the organization’s security posture and architecture, providing engineering-driven recommendations to advance Zero Trust and strengthen overall security. This role delivers enterprise-level guidance on software, hardware, policy, architecture, and budget priorities.
We are seeking a hands-on Cybersecurity Architect to support a Government Agency operating in a complex hybrid environment across on-premises and cloud infrastructure. This role serves as the technical design authority for the contract, leading cybersecurity architecture, Zero Trust implementation, and Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) efforts aligned with EO 14028, NIST guidance, and the Federal Zero Trust Strategy.The Cybersecurity Architect will develop enterprise security architecture and roadmaps, design and implement Zero Trust capabilities, support cloud and network security modernization, and help automate security monitoring and compliance evidence collection. This role will also evaluate emerging technologies, lead proof-of-concept efforts, translate mission needs into technical solutions, and collaborate with government leadership, project teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant outcomes.Qualifications:10+ years of hands-on IT/cybersecurity experienceExperience in cybersecurity architecture, engineering, and complianceKnowledge of LAN/WAN, WAF/CDN/DDoS, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and inline decryptionExperience with NIST RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST SP 800-53Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk preferred)Knowledge of virtualization, container security, CI/CD, microservices, and serverless securityCloud security experience required, including AWS and hybrid/multi-cloud; Azure or GCP is a plusEducation:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field. Relevant experience may substitute.Certifications:Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications aligned with DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III or IAT Level III preferred. Preferred: CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, AWS Security Specialty.Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.Location: Remote with occasional travel.Hours: Core Hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST.
Full time position is Remote with occasional travel.
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