Principal Cyber Security Architect

Job Title: Principal Cyber Security Architect

Location: Remote

Duration: Contract


Core Technical Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of cybersecurity experience

Demonstrated cybersecurity architecture experience for enterprise platforms

Deep knowledge of FedRAMP authorization processes and requirements

Expertise in NIST 800-53 security controls and Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Experience leading ATO efforts for federal information systems

Knowledge of zero trust architecture principles and implementation patterns

Experience with safety-critical systems security requirements

Cloud security expertise across AWS and/or Azure environments

Understanding of distributed systems security challenges and solutions

Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, subject to government background investigation

Experience securing distributed real-time services and microservice communication patterns

Knowledge of software supply chain security practices (SLSA, SBOM, artifact signing, dependency scanning)

Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust

Successful completion of background investigations as required by the government customer


Preferred / Desired Qualifications

CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications

FAA or aviation-sector cybersecurity experience

Penetration testing and red team experience

SIEM architecture and security operations design

Mission assurance and continuity of operations experience

DoD or federal civilian agency cybersecurity programs

Experience securing real-time operational systems in aviation or air traffic control environments