Cybersecurity Architect

Guidehouse•Atlanta, GA

17h•$102,000 - $170,000

About The Position

As a Cybersecurity Architect, you’ll play a key role in designing and implementing secure solutions across modern infrastructure. You’ll collaborate across teams to embed security into every layer of our technology stack. Architect secure environments for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid systems. Develop and maintain security reference architectures and standards. Implement Zero Trust principles using the CISA Maturity Model. Design microsegmentation strategies and enforce least privilege access. Integrate identity-centric security controls and adaptive access policies. Embed security into CI/CD pipelines and automate testing and compliance. Collaborate with DevOps to ensure secure infrastructure-as-code deployments. Secure cloud-native applications and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes). Manage security controls for multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling. Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST 800 series, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, CSA. Mentor junior team members and communicate security concepts effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
Minimum FIVE (5) years of experience as an IT or cybersecurity architect
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, AWS/Azure Architect (or similar)
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and best practices
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-prem environments
Proficiency with security tools (firewalls, SIEM, IAM, endpoint protection)
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with DevSecOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible)
Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes)
Understanding of secure API development and management
Exposure to SOAR platforms and security orchestration
Experience implementing FISMA compliance requirements

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing secure solutions across modern infrastructure
Collaborating across teams to embed security into every layer of our technology stack
Architecting secure environments for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid systems
Developing and maintaining security reference architectures and standards
Implementing Zero Trust principles using the CISA Maturity Model
Designing microsegmentation strategies and enforce least privilege access
Integrating identity-centric security controls and adaptive access policies
Embedding security into CI/CD pipelines and automate testing and compliance
Collaborating with DevOps to ensure secure infrastructure-as-code deployments
Securing cloud-native applications and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes)
Managing security controls for multi-cloud and hybrid environments
Conducting risk assessments and threat modeling
Ensuring compliance with FISMA, NIST 800 series, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, CSA
Mentoring junior team members and communicate security concepts effectively

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend