Sr. Network and Cyber Architect

Abacus Technology is seeking a Sr. Network and Cyber Architect to act as a technical advisor for network infrastructure and security support for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate at Hanscom AFB. This is a full-time position.

Identify opportunities to improve enterprise-level systems to support business processes and utilize emerging technologies.
• Develop reference models of the enterprise and maintain the information in the IT repository.
• Determine the gaps between the current and the target architecture and recommend plans for transitioning to target architecture.
• Recommend the policies and principles to guide technology decisions for the enterprise architecture.
• Coordinate and conduct governance and portfolio management activities associated with ensuring compliance with the enterprise architecture; and/or ensure the rigorous application of information security/cybersecurity policies, principles, and practices to all components of the enterprise architecture.
• Work with the Identity, credentials, and access management (ICAM) team to ensure cross division and cloud usability, both in the connected and disconnected state.
• Work to plan out and execute an executable DAF Zero Trust plan and roadmap.
• Work to put the division on the path of modernization specifically with regard to the divisions Digital Engineering using SysML.

15+ years experience in network engineering and cyber security including at least 5 years in a DoD environment. Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master's degree preferred. Must hold a DoD 8570 compliant IAM Level III certification, such as the GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification) Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and/or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Familiar with DIACAP, Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and IA Controls. Experience with development/architecture for apps and services, and testing and administration. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies, including Active Directory, Windows Administration, scripting, and Windows configuration techniques. Basic Linux experience to include Red Hat and Fedora. Networking experience including routers, switches, and firewalls. Experience with Cisco and Juniper. Strong desktop application administration experience to include Microsoft Office, web browsers, and anti-virus applications. Must be detail oriented and possess the ability to work in a multi-disciplined environment with an adaptive personality. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Analytical skills to troubleshoot IA issues. Familiarity with EITDR and eMASS desired. Must be able to apply intensive and diverse knowledge to problems and make independent decisions. Must be a team player able to work professionally and collaboratively with the government customer and other contract members of the project team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a client focus. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled