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Security Architect - FCC

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptioncFocus Software seeks a Security Architect to join our program supporting the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This position is remote

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related fields Active Top Secret Clearance ISSEP (Information Systems Security Engineering Professional) or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) or CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) GIAC Security Expert (GSE) or Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert Minimum 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 5 years focused on enterprise security architecture and engineering Core competencies in enterprise security design, systems engineering, and compliance Possess the knowledge, skills, tasks, and capabilities described in the NICE Work Role Framework for Security Architect (SP-ARC-002) Duties Design, implement, and maintain the enterprise cybersecurity architecture supporting FCC SOC operations Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and Zero Trust Architecture requirements Develop and update enterprise security roadmaps, standards, and architecture diagrams Conduct security risk assessments, gap analyses, and compliance reviews of FCC systems and applications Provide architectural oversight of cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments (Azure, Microsoft 365, and enterprise IT systems) Author and maintain security documentation, policies, and technical standards to support FCC mission objectives Collaborate with system owners, SOC leadership, and engineering teams to design secure solutions and validate control implementations Support Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes by aligning system architecture with risk management framework (RMF) requirements Integrate security requirements into system development lifecycles (SDLC) and modernization initiatives Provide senior-level guidance and mentorship to SOC engineers, analysts, and development teams on secure design practices Align security architecture with Zero Trust principles, Defense-in-Depth strategies, and federal modernization initiatives Review and validate system changes, new technologies, and integration projects to ensure security-by-design Provide technical input during incident response and remediation planning, ensuring architecture resilience against evolving threats Powered by JazzHR JcTdy26OUD

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