TechSur Solutions · 13 hours ago
Security Architect
Reston, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelTechSur Solutions is a digital services company focused on enabling digital transformation for its customers. The Security Architect role involves engineering, implementing, and operating enterprise and cloud security controls for a civilian federal agency, utilizing identity-centric security and Zero Trust Architecture.
AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement secure architecture solutions across cloud, on Prem, and hybrid environments
Develop security standards, policies, and technical guidelines aligned with organizational and regulatory requirements
Conduct architecture reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments for new and existing systems
Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and product teams to ensure security requirements are integrated into system designs
Implement, and operate ICAM solutions, including identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, and access governance
Implement Zero Trust Architecture in alignment with NIST SP 800-207, emphasizing continuous verification, least privilege, and identity-based access
Deploy and support SASE / SSE capabilities, including ZTNA, Secure Web Gateway, CASB, and Firewall-as-a-Service
Support PIV smart card and certificate-based authentication across users, devices, applications, and cloud environments
Operate, and maintain PKI and certificate management services, including certificate issuance, renewal, revocation, and automation
Engineer and secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP), focusing on identity, networking, logging, and secure configurations
Perform vulnerability scanning, risk prioritization, and coordination of remediation activities
Support patch management efforts by validating system configurations and verifying remediation of security findings
Monitor security and identity events using SIEM and related tools; investigate and respond to security incidents
Participate in incident response activities, including alert triage, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery
Develop and maintain incident response playbooks, runbooks, and post-incident documentation
Develop and maintain security engineering documentation, standards, and operational runbooks
Collaborate with IT, cloud, and application teams to integrate security controls into system designs and CICD pipelines
Provide compliance and audit support, including technical evidence for ATO, continuous monitoring, and remediation activities
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of network security, application security, and cloud security architecture
Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and their native security services
Expertise in security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, OWASP, and Zero Trust
Proficiency with identity and access management (IAM), SSO, MFA, and federation technologies
Solid understanding of encryption, PKI, firewalls, WAFs, SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability management tools
Proven experience in identifying and remediating vulnerabilities in both Linux and Windows environments with a strong understanding of compliance requirements
Proficiency in using security tools such as Nessus, ORCA, AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center, Google Cloud Security Command Center, and other vulnerability scanning tools
Familiarity with Red Hat Satellite server, WSUS, IBM BigFix or other similar toolsets
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, Ansible for automation of security remediation tasks
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Must be a US citizen
Must be able to obtain public trust prior to starting work
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Commitment to following stringent security protocols
Well-organized, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology
Preferred
Experience with IAM / ICAM platforms, identity federation (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect), and privileged access management
Hands-on experience implementing Zero Trust and/or SASE/SSE solutions
Strong knowledge of PIV/CAC, MFA, and certificate-based authentication
Practical experience with PKI, X.509 certificates, CRLs/OCSP, TLS, and key management
Experience securing cloud environments and integrating identity-centric controls
Knowledge of vulnerability management and patch management processes and tools
Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, 800-63, and 800-207, and FISMA requirements
Ability to automate security and certificate lifecycle tasks using scripting tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desire to work in a SAFe environment to support efficient delivery
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
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Vishal Luthra
Chief Growth Officer
Recent News
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