We are thrilled to offer a distinguished opportunity for a Cyber Security Architect with expertise in Cloud Security to contribute to our work with a notable federal client. Based in Washington, D.C., this position features a hybrid work arrangement, providing a blend of remote and onsite engagement tailored to foster collaboration and innovation. This role is exclusively open to U.S. Citizens, reflecting our commitment to upholding national security standards and ensuring compliance with federal requirements.
Join our team and take on this vital role, where your expertise in cloud security will directly impact the protection and success of our federal client's initiatives. Your contributions will be instrumental in driving forward our mission to deliver secure, innovative solutions that meet the highest standards of security and operational excellence.
Successful candidates are required to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
In this role you will:
Plan, Design, and Implement secure cloud strategies and policies that meet client, program, and federal guidelines
Interface with clients, stakeholders and project lead to overlay and ensure security/compliance requirements are built alongside functional requirements
Create, contribute, and maintain secure design patterns for existing and future projects
Manage several simultaneous projects from conception through implementation
Interface with multiple teams to identify, correct, and implement compensating controls within focus areas of the enterprise
Align business objectives to security and compliance requirements across multiple internal and external teams
Create secure cloud environments
Defend enterprise environments
Threat modelling to guide decision-making processes
Evaluate new technologies and recommend those security solutions that align with business needs
Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating a self-starter attitude.
Mentor and train other members on the team
Requirements:
Candidates must have:
10+ years of experience in Security Architecture Design
7+ years of experience in Network Security Architecture
7+ years of experience in creating secure cloud environments following federal standards across multiple cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)
3+ years of experience defending enterprise environments
2+ years in threat modelling to guide decision-making processes
High level scripting language (Python, JavaScript, Go, Java)
Expertise in threat modelling and ability to articulate architectural and technology decisions rationale through compliance and risk-based assessments
Strong understanding of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
Strong Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, technologies and best practices
Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and ability to make decisions based on both compliance and risk considerations
Excellent communication skills to interface with multiple teams, stakeholders and senior leadership
Ability to serve as security subject matter expert who can explain complex topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Experience with a variety of cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
Expert with industry-specific compliance requirements
Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity trends and technologies
Education:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security or related field.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 73.00 94.00 Per Hour
