Solutions 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
Perat on is currently seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to become part of our Federal Strategic Cyber Group.
Location: Northern VA. On-Site; Full-time.
Role Description:
- Define, design, and enhance enterprise security architectures and systems.
- Partner with Application, Data, and Infrastructure teams to design and implement secure, scalable solutions.
- Establish, document, and oversee the implementation of security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Conduct security assessments, audits, and reviews to ensure compliance with Federal regulations; implement remediation plans as needed.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive Security Risk Management Plan to support program and mission objectives.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline and a minimum of 14 years’ of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree requirement.
- Must either possess and maintain, or obtain prior to start date, one of the following professional certifications:
• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Security+ – CompTIA Security+
• Net+ – CompTIA Network+
• A+ – CompTIA A+
• MCP – Microsoft Certified Professional
• MCSE – Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
• CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate
• MCSA – Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate - U.S. Citizenship required.
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting industry and peer security reviews.
- Demonstrated ability to author white papers, technical recommendations, or security architecture documentation.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to brief technical and executive audiences.
- Prior experience in Federal or DoD cybersecurity programs.
- CISM Certification
- CCSP Certification
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Details
Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000. 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.
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