Cybersecurity Architect
Core
Design and assess enterprise security architectures for Zero Trust, cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments to safeguard VA systems and data.
Role type
Senior enterprise cybersecurity architect
Builds
Security architecture roadmaps, reference patterns, security requirements, and transition plans for the Department of Veterans Affairs
Domain
Government cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, cloud security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Zero Trust architecture, identity and access management, network segmentation, cloud security, NIST frameworks, RMF, enterprise security architecture, systems architecture, security risk analysis, executive communication
Preferred skills
Large enterprise or Government environment experience, translating complex architecture decisions for non-technical stakeholders
Technologies
NIST, RMF, Cloud platforms, Identity management systems
Responsibilities
Define and assess enterprise security architectures; Develop architecture roadmaps and reference patterns; Analyze system designs and data flows for security risks; Advise technical teams and leadership on security decisions; Produce architecture diagrams and executive briefings
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC