Cybersecurity Architect

Overview In this role you will help strengthen the security posture for national security programs, collaborating with a cross-functional team to translate cybersecurity needs into actionable architectures and requirements. You will influence ICAM, Zero Trust, and security directives while developing baseline security requirements for enterprise services. The position emphasizes independent work, interdisciplinary communication, and delivering precise, compliant solutions for sensitive environments. This is an opportunity to shape security architecture at a mission-focused, technically advanced organization. Compensation / Benefitsflexible schedulestechnical upskillinggenerous paid time offpaid holidays401(k)tuition reimbursement ResponsibilitiesRespond to congressional inquiries on Cybersecurity issues and translate needs into technical requirementsDevelop and maintain Cybersecurity Architecture needs, dependencies, risks, and mitigation plansAnalyze cybersecurity practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunitiesContribute input to Cybersecurity policies and influence ICAM and Zero Trust initiativesPublish baseline security requirements for common enterprise services to ensure compliance with directives and policiesProvide guidance and recommendations on Security-related issuesUnderstand Cybersecurity requirements across the IC and National Security Systems initiativesFamiliarity with DNI structure, policy update process, and IC policy updatesWork independently or as part of a team and participate in technical exchange meetings with customers Key requirementsActive TS/SCI with CI PolygraphAbility to commute to Bethesda, MDBS degree and 12-15 years of relevant experienceCybersecurity responsibility experience as listedSecure cloud architecture experienceExcellent written and oral communication skillsDetail-oriented and able to deliver high-quality, concise outputsAbility to adapt to shifting customer prioritiesFamiliarity with Identity, Authentication and AuthorizationExperience partnering across the ICcommunication skillsattention to detailadaptabilitysecure cloud architectureIdentity, Authentication and AuthorizationICAM