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TechSur Solutions · 1 month ago

Senior Architect - Zero Trust

Reston, VA, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

TechSur Solutions is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Architect specialized in Zero Trust technology to lead and architect innovative solutions for federal government initiatives. The role involves designing and implementing Zero Trust frameworks to enhance the cybersecurity posture of government systems, along with providing mentorship and ensuring compliance with federal standards.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and implement cutting-edge Zero Trust architectural designs and strategies tailored to the unique needs and complexities of federal government environments

Lead the design and development of Zero Trust models encompassing identity and access management, network segmentation, encryption, and secure access controls across government systems. Produce as-is/future-state diagrams and technical documentation

Provide expert guidance and mentorship to cross-functional teams, collaborating with engineers, security analysts, and stakeholders to ensure seamless adoption and implementation of Zero Trust principles

Ensure Zero Trust architectures comply with federal cybersecurity standards, regulations, and frameworks, including NIST, FISMA, and other relevant mandates

Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and devise proactive strategies to mitigate security risks within government networks and systems

Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in Zero Trust security, incorporating innovative solutions to enhance the government's security posture

Prepare detailed technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and presentations to effectively communicate complex Zero Trust concepts to stakeholders and decision-makers

Qualification

Zero Trust architectureIdentityAccess managementNetwork segmentationEncryptionFederal cybersecurity regulationsCloud securityData protection solutionsSecurity analytics infrastructuresEmerging technologiesRelevant certificationsLeadership skillsCollaboration skillsTechnical documentation

Required

Minimum of 10 years + of hands-on experience as a Senior Architect, focusing on Zero Trust technology, particularly within federal government environments

Extensive expertise in designing and implementing Zero Trust architectures, access controls, identity management, encryption, and network segmentation in large-scale government systems

Develop and maintain comprehensive reference architectures outlining Zero Trust principles, components, and interactions within federal government systems

Design robust network architectures integrating Zero Trust principles, including secure zones, micro-segmentation, and software-defined perimeters to enforce granular access controls

Architect centralized and resilient identity and access management systems, leveraging federated identity, strong authentication, and adaptive access controls across government networks

Design end-to-end data protection solutions encompassing encryption, tokenization, data masking, and data loss prevention (DLP) strategies tailored to government data sensitivity and compliance requirements

Develop secure cloud architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles, emphasizing secure access, data protection, and continuous monitoring within government cloud deployments

Architect endpoint security solutions integrating device identity verification, zero-trust device posture assessments, and secure configurations across a diverse range of government endpoints

Design and implement PEPs for enforcing access controls, authentication, and authorization policies at critical junctures within government systems

Architect scalable and resilient security analytics infrastructures incorporating SIEM solutions, machine learning algorithms, and threat intelligence platforms to enable proactive threat detection and response

In-depth knowledge of federal cybersecurity regulations, policies, and frameworks, with a strong understanding of NIST, FISMA, and other applicable standards

Proficiency in network security, cloud security, encryption methodologies, and emerging technologies relevant to Zero Trust implementations

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, influence stakeholders, and drive consensus on architectural decisions

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, mathematics, physics, or related discipline

Employer will accept years of experience in lieu of a degree

Preferred

Relevant certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CISM) and architecture (e.g., TOGAF, CISSP-ISSAP) are highly desirable

Benefits

Full benefits

Company

TechSur Solutions

TechSur Solutions (SDB, 8(a), EDWOSB, WOSB): a strategic provider of emerging technology and digital transformation services for federal agencies, specializing in comprehensive solutions across application modernization, data services, and artificial intelligence.

Founded in 2016

Herndon, Virginia, USA

51-200 employees