Cybersecurity Architect Job at ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Compa

The Cybersecurity Architect, serving as the Cyber Engineering Lead, is responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of CASTLE-NET IT infrastructure and systems by designing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive security measures to protect data, systems, and networks from threats. This role involves designing security architectures, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and working closely with IT teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with federal regulations, DoD standards, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive security architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles and federal security standards (NIST, DoD)
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability assessments across IT infrastructure and systems
• Perform penetration testing and security control validation to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities
• Implement and maintain security controls including firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and encryption technologies
• Develop security policies, procedures, and standards for infrastructure and application security
• Lead security design reviews for systems and applications in development and deployment phases
• Collaborate with IT operations and development teams to integrate security throughout the system lifecycle
• Monitor security posture and incident detection capabilities to ensure continuous protection
• Prepare comprehensive security assessment reports with findings and remediation recommendations
• Stay abreast of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, design, and implementation
• Expert understanding of cybersecurity principles, methodologies, and frameworks (NIST CSF, DoD RMF)
• Proven expertise in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing
• Proficiency with security tools including firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, SIEM, and encryption technologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent project management and communication skills with ability to influence senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or CCSK certification
• Experience with USACE or other federal agency IT infrastructure and security requirements
• Knowledge of cloud security and secure cloud architecture (Azure, AWS)
• Experience with secure application development and secure coding practices
• Background in federal IT contracting and government security authorization (RMF, FedRAMP)
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST 800-53, DoD 8500.01)
• Experience with security operations center (SOC) capabilities and threat intelligence

Required Skills

• Cybersecurity Architecture & Design
• Risk & Vulnerability Assessment
• Security Controls Implementation
• Penetration Testing & Security Testing
• Federal Security Frameworks (NIST/DoD)

Preferred Skills

• Zero Trust Architecture
• Cloud Security & Infrastructure Protection
• Secure Application Development
• Incident Response & Threat Intelligence
• Security Compliance & Authorization (RMF, FedRAMP)

Compensation Ranges

Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

$96,300 - 150,000

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties" or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.