Cybersecurity / Zero Trust Architect – Principal

Chenega Corporation•Arlington, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Cybersecurity / Zero Trust Architect provides senior technical leadership in the design and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity architectures supporting CDAO mission systems. This role leads the development of Zero Trust Architecture strategies and ensures enterprise systems align with DoD cybersecurity frameworks.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
12+ years of cybersecurity architecture experience supporting federal or DoD environments.
Deep experience implementing Zero Trust Architecture frameworks.
Experience with NIST 800-53, RMF, and enterprise security architectures.
Active Secret security clearance required (or higher).
Ability to work on-site 5 days a week
Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time-related constraints in a fast-paced contracting environment
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others.
Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues.
Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired.
Good problem-solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD, CDAO, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, or enterprise digital modernization initiatives, including implementation of Zero Trust Architecture, cloud security, AI security, and cross-domain solutions.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Certified Zero Trust Practitioner (CZTP), AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or equivalent, with experience briefing cybersecurity strategy and architecture recommendations to senior government leadership.
Experience supporting DoD, CDAO, Joint Staff, or federal data modernization initiatives, including AI/ML, advanced analytics, and enterprise data management programs.

Responsibilities

Lead design and implementation of enterprise Zero Trust Architecture solutions.
Develop cybersecurity architecture frameworks supporting secure mission systems.
Provide technical leadership for cybersecurity initiatives across enterprise platforms.
Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies and NIST standards.
Develop architecture strategies supporting secure cloud, data platforms, and AI systems.
Conduct cybersecurity architecture assessments and design reviews.
Provide guidance to engineering teams implementing security solutions.
Support government leadership with cybersecurity strategy and architecture planning.
Other duties as assigned.