Cybersecurity / Zero Trust Architect – Senior
Chenega Corporation•Arlington, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Cybersecurity / Zero Trust Architect designs and implements enterprise cybersecurity solutions supporting secure mission systems for CDAO programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
- 8+ years of cybersecurity experience.
- Experience supporting federal or DoD customers.
- Experience supporting enterprise security architecture and RMF processes.
- Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture frameworks.
- Active Secret security clearance required (or higher).
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.
- 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
Responsibilities
- Design cybersecurity architectures supporting enterprise IT environments.
- Support development and implementation of Zero Trust security models.
- Conduct security architecture reviews and risk assessments.
- Develop system security documentation supporting RMF authorization processes.
- Support vulnerability management and threat mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security controls.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- professional development plan
- opportunities to help sharpen skills
- on-the-job learning experiences
- formal development programs
- well-being programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
