Cybersecurity Architect in Washington D.C || Hybrid

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Title: Cybersecurity Architect

Location: Washington D.C – Hybrid

Duration: 12+ Months

MOI: Virtual

Complete Description:

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Architect / Strategic Consultant to lead and guide the development, implementation, and evolution of customer cybersecurity strategy. This role demands a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, emerging technologies, and technical security controls and architecture. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives to safeguard organizational assets and reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Advisory:

  • Develop and refine the organization s cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
  • Provide expert guidance on implementing industry-standard security program frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
  • Identify emerging threats and recommend proactive technical measures to mitigate risks.
  • Design and enablement of cyber controls functions and processes based on CMMC / NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53

Risk Management:

  • Familiarity with risk management frameworks like NIST RMF, ISO 27005, and FAIR.
  • Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation strategies.
  • Develop and maintain a robust risk management program to address both IT and operational risks.
  • Implement technical solutions to manage and monitor risk effectively, including vulnerability management tools.

Technical Oversight

  • Design and validate secure network architectures, focusing on principles such as Zero Trust and least privilege.
  • Evaluate and implement advanced security technologies, including EDR, SIEM, DLP, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
  • Provide hands-on technical assessments of infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments to ensure security compliance.
  • Oversee penetration testing activities and ensure identified vulnerabilities are remediated.

Policy and Governance

  • Lead the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives.
  • Support incident response planning and governance, ensuring technical readiness for potential breaches.

Cloud and Emerging Technologies

  • Provide technical guidance on securing multi-cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
  • Evaluate and implement cloud-native security tools, such as CSPM, CIEM, and workload protection platforms.
  • Advise on emerging technologies like AI and ML, focusing on their application in threat detection and response.

Incident Response and Threat Intelligence

  • Develop and oversee technical aspects of the incident response plan, ensuring readiness for real-world threats.
  • Leverage threat intelligence platforms to proactively identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
  • Coordinate with SOC teams to fine-tune detection rules and improve response times.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in information security.
  • Proven experience with NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171 frameworks.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing cybersecurity strategies for organizations of varying sizes and industries.
  • Hands-on experience with risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident response planning.
  • Prior role as a Sr. Security Consultant, Security Architect, or similar position is highly desirable

Certifications:

Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, OSCP, CEH, or GSEC).

Skills:

  • Experience in Information Security. Required 15 Years
  • Proven experience with NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171 frameworks. Required
  • Proven track record of developing and executing cybersecurity strategies for organizations of varying sizes and industries. Required
  • Hands-on experience with risk assessments, compliance audits, and incident response planning. Required
  • Proficiency with technical tools such as vulnerability scanners, SIEM platforms, and EDR solutions. Required
  • Expertise in cloud security, Zero Trust architecture, and emerging technologies. Required
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, OSCP, CEH, or GSEC). Required
  • Bachelor s or Master s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Required

 

 Thanks!

              

 

 

 

 

Jitendra Kumar

Talent Acquisition Specialist, Vyze, Inc.

jitendra.kumar@vyzeinc.com

24718 Tribe Square #306, Dulles, VA 20166

www.vyzeinc.com

 


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