New 
Security Architect
 Quadrant, Inc. | |
 United States, Virginia, Falls Church | |
 Nov 21, 2025 | |
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Security Architect Alexandria, VA Pay From: $50.00 per hour MUST: Security Architect Active Secret, TS preferred At least two of the following certs CCNP Enterprise, CISM, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, GCIA, GDSA, GICSP. Preferred Certification in one or more industry cloud certifications (AWS SA-Professional, AZ-305, VMware VCIX-NV, or OCI Architect Professional). 8+ years of hands on-experience designing Zero Trust architectures. 5+ years of experience of architecting security solutions in IL5/IL6 environments. Deep understanding of government / federal Zero-Trust Architecture. Familiarity with Thunderdome, Flank Speed, ICAM and other various services. Knowledge of DoDI 5000.75 and Architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman, or DoDAF). Strong people skills with the ability to objectively view requirements and evolve operations to maximize efficiencies. Preferred Deep knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies. spanning traditional waterfall and Agile frameworks, with hands-on experience in analysis, design, development, testing, and continuous delivery. Preferred Understanding of supply chain security and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM). Preferred Professionalism, tact, and experience working with senior DoW leadership. Preferred Experience with Security, Orchestration, Automation, and response (SOAR) solutions Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related field. DUTIES: The Security Architect design and assess Zero Trust network architectures for business systems. Create micro-segmentation strategies that protect data and maintain efficiency. Enhance security controls and implementation of RMF steps. Produce Security Assessment Reports. Navigate complex inheritance models for cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments. Embed security requirements into functional specifications during solution analysis. Evaluate commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and government-off-the-shelf (GOTS) against Zero-Trust principles and department standards. Develop cybersecurity strategies meeting Clinger Cohen Act (CCA) compliance. Create security test plans supporting development and operations. Assess security lifecycle requirements from acquisition to Full Operational Capability (FOC). Design disaster recovery and continuity architecture meeting demanding availability requirements. Document the security impacts of new implementations for the organization's overall risk posture. Implement DevSecOps pipelines with automated security testing and vulnerability remediation. Assess current security architecture effectiveness through evaluation and testing. Identify existing security gaps and opportunities for improvement. As needed conduct and support market research to identify existing and emerging business systems that can support future processes Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the MMO and O&MPD Leadership. Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act". | |