Zero Trust Solutions Architect, Director

Booz Allen Hamilton • Washington, DC

4d • Remote

About The Position

Lead the strategic design, implementation, and ongoing management of Zero Trust security frameworks across the organization. Develop and execute a comprehensive Zero Trust strategy that aligns security initiatives with business objectives while guiding cross‑functional teams in deploying core capabilities such as identity and access management, network segmentation, and advanced threat detection. Collaborate closely with IT, compliance, and business units to assess current infrastructure and drive adoption of Zero Trust principles. Monitor emerging security trends and regulatory changes to ensure organizational defenses remain effective and compliant. Provide thought leadership on best practices and innovative approaches to Zero Trust architecture. Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and integration of supporting technologies. Conduct risk assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the overall security posture.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including Zero Trust frameworks
• 5+ years of experience leading and delivering large technical projects
• Experience in cloud security, identity and access management, and network architecture
• Experience in successfully implementing enterprise-wide security solutions
• Ability to collaborate with project and proposal teams effectively and incorporate Cybersecurity solutions, and develop high-quality implementation plans and roadmaps
• Ability to think strategically with a proactive approach to solving complex security challenges
• Ability to collaborate, adapt, and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Master’s degree

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic design, implementation, and ongoing management of Zero Trust security frameworks.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive Zero Trust strategy.
• Guide cross‑functional teams in deploying core capabilities such as identity and access management, network segmentation, and advanced threat detection.
• Collaborate with IT, compliance, and business units to assess current infrastructure and drive adoption of Zero Trust principles.
• Monitor emerging security trends and regulatory changes.
• Provide thought leadership on best practices and innovative approaches to Zero Trust architecture.
• Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and integration of supporting technologies.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• paid leave
• professional development
• tuition assistance
• work-life programs
• dependent care
• recognition awards program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director