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The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ZTA planning, implementation, and governance within *GCC-H/GCC environments* and will be responsible for developing secure architecture strategies across all IT domains.\n\n*Key Responsibilities:*\n\n* Lead the *design, planning, and implementation* of Zero Trust Architecture across GPO’s IT infrastructure.\n* Develop technical documentation including:\n* *System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) plans*\n* *Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM)* artifacts\n* *Risk mitigation strategies*\n* Create enterprise architecture blueprints for ZTA components, including:\n* Identity\n* Devices\n* Applications\n* Networks\n* Data\n* Automation\n* Align ZTA initiatives with *NIST SP 800-207* and *federal Zero Trust maturity models* (e.g., CISA ZT maturity model).\n* Monitor and measure ZTA maturity; prepare and support technical assessments, executive briefings, and audits.\n* Proactively manage cybersecurity risks and project timelines; provide regular updates and reports to GPO leadership and stakeholders.\n\n*Required Qualifications:*\n\n* Minimum of *3 years of experience* working within *GCC-H (Government Community Cloud High)* or *GCC* environments.\n* Proven expertise with *NIST*, *CISA*, and *federal Zero Trust Architecture models*.\n* Demonstrated success in leading *enterprise-level security architecture projects* in complex environments.\n* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface with technical teams and executive stakeholders.\n* Proficiency in developing technical documentation and architecture roadmaps.\n\n*Education:*\n\n* *Bachelor’s degree* in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical field.\n* *Master’s degree preferred.*\n\n*Preferred Certifications:*\n\n* TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP, or equivalent enterprise security architecture certifications.\n* Familiarity with FedRAMP, FISMA, or RMF is a plus.\n\nJob Type: Full-time\n\nPay: $130,247.30 - $156,856.97 per year\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* Dental insurance\nSchedule:\n* 8 hour shift\n\nApplication Question(s):\n* Are you an US citizen?\n\nExperience:\n* NIST standards: 3 years (Preferred)\n* Enterprise architecture: 3 years (Preferred)\n\nWork Location: On the road","company":"Practical Solutions","rawCompany":"practical solutions","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-28T08:39:06.047Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1241.00","title":"Computer Network Architects","slug":"computer-network-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Zero trust architect","description":"*Position Summary:*\n\nThe Government Publishing Office (GPO) is seeking a *Zero Trust Architect* to lead the enterprise-wide implementation of *Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)* in alignment with federal cybersecurity standards. 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