Security Architect

Program Overview

Encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support for Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Cyber and Technology Security Directorate in three key offices/functional areas: Cyber Monitoring and Operations, Cyber Threat and Investigations, and Technology Innovation and Engineering State.

About The Role

Peraton is currently seeking an experienced Security Architect to join our Federal Strategic Cyber Program , delivering leading cyber and technology security expertise to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes.

Location: Rosslyn, VA (Hybrid)

In this role, you will:

• Define, design, and enhance security architecture and security systems.
• Collaborate with Application, Data, and Infrastructure teams to architect, design, and implement security solutions.
• Define and document security standards; direct implementation of standards and guidelines.
• Perform security audits and reviews in compliance with Federal Government regulations and implement remediation.
• Create and manage the Security Risk plan.
• Review system configurations for compliance with Department-level security controls for new systems deployed into the enterprise.
• Identify gaps in security architecture, allocate appropriate security services, and select suitable security mechanisms for enterprise systems.
• Provide authoritative guidance on security architecture, including recommendations on controls, design patterns, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Support enterprise stakeholders by ensuring alignment of proposed solutions with established security frameworks and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science and 8 years of relevant security experience; 6 years with a Master’s; 3 years with a PhD.
  • An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Must possess or be able to obtain at least one of the following certifications before start date. C ontinued certification required as a condition of employment:
  • CISSP, Security+, Net+, A+, MCP, MCSE, CCNA, MCSA; IAT II / III level cert
• U.S citizenship required.
• Active Secret clearance required to start, with the ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting industry reviews.
• Experience writing white papers.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.