Zero Trust Integrations Lead

Omniscius Consulting•Washington, DC

About The Position

Our client is seeking an experienced Integrations Lead – Zero Trust to support a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client, specifically aligned with USCIS initiatives. This role is responsible for leading enterprise-level integration and maturation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) capabilities in accordance with federal standards. The ideal candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration, guide engineering and architectural decisions, and ensure delivery of secure, scalable, and compliant solutions aligned with NIST SP 800-207 and DHS Zero Trust requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
Minimum 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity and information technology
Strong experience supporting federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements
Hands-on experience implementing Zero Trust frameworks at enterprise scale
Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-207 and DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture
Experience across multiple Zero Trust pillars (identity, device, network, application, data)
Expertise in micro segmentation and workload isolation techniques
Strong knowledge of: SD-WAN SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access)

Nice To Haves

At least one active certification: CCIE Security / Wireless / Data Center / Routing & Switching CCNP Security OR equivalent certification (subject to Federal Program Manager approval)
Endpoint security and posture validation using EDR tools
Authentication technologies: MFA, PAM, ABAC
Network engineering and security across routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers
Cloud security experience across AWS, Azure, or GCP, including hybrid environments
SIEM/SOAR tools such as Splunk or Swimlane Turbine
Risk analysis, network data analysis, and secure architecture design
Strong communication skills for both technical and executive audiences
Knowledge of federal standards: FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-wide integration and implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) capabilities
Provide technical leadership across engineering, architecture, and vendor-agnostic solutioning
Guide cross-functional teams to deliver program outcomes aligned with DHS/USCIS objectives
Support system design decisions for secure network architectures and identity-based access controls
Evaluate and integrate cybersecurity technologies, ensuring interoperability and compliance
Advise stakeholders, including senior leadership, on Zero Trust strategy and implementation
Conduct risk assessments and design mitigation strategies for complex environments

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