General Dynamics Information Technology is hiring: Azure Cybersecurity Architect

Overview Cybersecurity Architect role at GDIT. We design, implement, and maintain secure cloud solutions in a Health Program FedRAMP-regulated environment. This position requires expertise in Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and Defender for Endpoint, with direct experience supporting FedRAMP Authorization to Operate (ATO) processes. This role is fully remote! This role has a targeted start date towards the end of 2025/early 2026. Responsibilities Architect and implement Azure security solutions aligned with FedRAMP controls and ATO requirements. Configure and manage Microsoft Sentinel for SIEM/SOAR capabilities, including incident detection and automated response. Deploy and tune Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Endpoint, and Identity to meet continuous monitoring and threat detection requirements. Define and enforce Zero Trust security architecture and Azure AD/Entra access management policies. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred). 8+ years of experience in cloud security architecture, with emphasis on Azure. Direct experience with FedRAMP compliance and ATO process lifecycle. Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Hands-on expertise with: Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM/SOAR design, rule tuning, incident workflows) Microsoft Defender (Cloud, Endpoint, Identity, Intune) Zero Trust and Azure AD/Entra Conditional Access Terraform / ARM templates for secure automation Strong knowledge of Azure networking, encryption, identity, and logging/monitoring Preferred Qualifications Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert Security certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent Experience with FedRAMP High, Azure Government (GovCloud), or CMMC environments Familiarity with Healthcare regulations including HIPAA Familiarity with CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIGs, and NIST 800-53 frameworks Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement, audit interaction, and cross-functional collaboration Ability to map security controls to FedRAMP requirements and translate them into technical implementations Experience leading security architecture for enterprise cloud environments in regulated industries Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to design secure, scalable, and compliant Azure environments Experience with compliance-driven data governance solutions, especially Purview Salary range: The likely salary range for this position is $134,300 - $181,700. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and potentially contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, flexible work weeks where possible, and various paid time off options. New employees typically receive 15 days of paid leave per year, plus 10 paid holidays. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12-month period. Other offerings include short and long-term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, and travel/accident insurance. Total Rewards are regularly reviewed to reflect what our employees value. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to federal agencies, defense, and intelligence communities. Our 30,000 experts work across 50 countries worldwide, focusing on digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber, and application development. Join our Talent Community to stay updated on career opportunities and events at https://gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr