Zachary Piper Solutions
Principal Cyber Architect (Top Secret)
Zachary Piper Solutions, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a
Principal Cyber Architect
to support a library modernization program for Geospatial Intelligence in
Rancho Bernardo, CA . The team is seeking a skilled engineer to lead security teams with the specification, development, and application of computer systems for a rapidly developing environment. Clearance: Active Top Secret, TS/SCI highly preferred Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA (100% on-site) This job opens for applications on 9/2/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary systems engineering teamsto deliver secure and resilient solutions across complex environments. Oversee Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processesfor DoD systems in alignment with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring compliance and operational readiness. Support full-spectrum systems engineering activities, including concept of operations (CONOPS), requirements definition and allocation, cybersecurity architecture and implementation, verification and validation, and continuous monitoring throughout deployment and sustainment phases. Contribute to the design and evaluation of offensive cybersecurity architectures, focusing on defense-in-depth strategies and threat mitigation. Integrate Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) practicesinto system lifecycles, enabling secure CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments. Develop and assess comprehensive system security documentation, including security CONOPS, risk matrices, control traceability, test procedures, and POA&Ms. Perform vulnerability assessmentsto validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA STIGs, identifying and mitigating security gaps. Analyze static and dynamic code scansto ensure application security and adherence to development-related STIG requirements. Support customer engagements through travel, including technical meetings, product demonstrations, integration activities, and system testing. Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance, TS/SCI highly preferred 6-8+ years of related information security and network engineering experience Certifications: IAT III/ISC2 CISSP (CISM, CASP+, GCIH, GSLC, CEH) Experience with A&A tools: ACAS, Nessus, SCAP Scanner, STIG viewer, Tenable Demonstrated experience in national cybersecurity policies; DoD A&A processes and procedures and industry best practices on complex systems Expertise with offensive architecting, threat modeling and attack vector analysis Experience leading and coordinating security test events to achieve accreditation milestones Understanding of offensive security tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) systems and Project management tools such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) Experience with Open Container Initiative (OCI) including Platform One, Iron Bank and Repo One Experience with Cyber Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) Compensation
Total compensation based on experience level - $160,000-$205,000+ **based on experience level** Full Benefits: PTO, 11 Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state law, Cigna Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with ADP Certification reimbursement Long-term program (4+ years) supporting NERVE - National Geospatial Agency Contract mobility and job stability through Zachary Piper Solutions
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Principal Cyber Architect
to support a library modernization program for Geospatial Intelligence in
Rancho Bernardo, CA . The team is seeking a skilled engineer to lead security teams with the specification, development, and application of computer systems for a rapidly developing environment. Clearance: Active Top Secret, TS/SCI highly preferred Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA (100% on-site) This job opens for applications on 9/2/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary systems engineering teamsto deliver secure and resilient solutions across complex environments. Oversee Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processesfor DoD systems in alignment with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring compliance and operational readiness. Support full-spectrum systems engineering activities, including concept of operations (CONOPS), requirements definition and allocation, cybersecurity architecture and implementation, verification and validation, and continuous monitoring throughout deployment and sustainment phases. Contribute to the design and evaluation of offensive cybersecurity architectures, focusing on defense-in-depth strategies and threat mitigation. Integrate Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) practicesinto system lifecycles, enabling secure CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments. Develop and assess comprehensive system security documentation, including security CONOPS, risk matrices, control traceability, test procedures, and POA&Ms. Perform vulnerability assessmentsto validate system compliance with RMF controls and DISA STIGs, identifying and mitigating security gaps. Analyze static and dynamic code scansto ensure application security and adherence to development-related STIG requirements. Support customer engagements through travel, including technical meetings, product demonstrations, integration activities, and system testing. Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance, TS/SCI highly preferred 6-8+ years of related information security and network engineering experience Certifications: IAT III/ISC2 CISSP (CISM, CASP+, GCIH, GSLC, CEH) Experience with A&A tools: ACAS, Nessus, SCAP Scanner, STIG viewer, Tenable Demonstrated experience in national cybersecurity policies; DoD A&A processes and procedures and industry best practices on complex systems Expertise with offensive architecting, threat modeling and attack vector analysis Experience leading and coordinating security test events to achieve accreditation milestones Understanding of offensive security tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) systems and Project management tools such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) Experience with Open Container Initiative (OCI) including Platform One, Iron Bank and Repo One Experience with Cyber Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) Compensation
Total compensation based on experience level - $160,000-$205,000+ **based on experience level** Full Benefits: PTO, 11 Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state law, Cigna Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with ADP Certification reimbursement Long-term program (4+ years) supporting NERVE - National Geospatial Agency Contract mobility and job stability through Zachary Piper Solutions
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