Guidehouse

Junior Zero Trust Architect

Guidehouse

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: McLean • Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $216,000 per year

Job Level

Junior

Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

  • Design, document, and maintain enterprise Zero Trust architectures spanning identity, device, network/environment, application/workload, and data pillars.
  • Define strategic roadmaps and reference architecture aligned with organizational objectives and mission requirements.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to embed Zero Trust principles into technology modernization efforts, cloud transitions, and cybersecurity initiatives.
  • Partner with cybersecurity, network engineering, cloud, DevSecOps, and governance teams to ensure cohesive implementation and maturity.
  • Perform organizational assessments using the CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model.
  • Produce gap analyses and prioritized remediation plans aligned with maturity expectations.
  • Evaluate and architect solutions leveraging leading Zero Trust technologies, particularly: CrowdStrike (endpoint detection and response, identity protection). Zscaler (Zero Trust access, secure web gateway, private access). Okta (identity and access management, MFA, lifecycle management).
  • Automate Zero Trust processes to improve scalability, efficiency, and compliance while adhering to established security policies.
  • Support solution engineering, configuration guidance, integration patterns, and proof-of-concept deployments across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
  • Continuously monitoring emerging Zero Trust trends, frameworks, technologies, and threat intelligence.
  • Advise senior leadership on advancements and evolving best practices in Zero Trust architecture and secure-by-design methodologies.
  • Develop documentation, whitepapers, or briefings to support executive decision-making.

Requirements

  • Minimum of EIGHT (8) years of experience in IT or managing large-scale deployments and cross-functional technical teams with five (5) years of US Federal government consulting experience.
  • Bachelors degree
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
  • Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
  • Experience working in federal civilian, defense contractor, or highly regulated environments.
  • Experience leading teams for IT security operations, threat response, or security architecture development, including IAM system requirements, design, implementation, integration, testing, or change management.
  • Demonstrated expertise across all pillars of Zero Trust (identity, device, network/environment, application/workload, data).
  • Hands-on experience with Zero Trust technology platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike Falcon, Zscaler, and Okta).
  • Familiarity with CrowdStrike Falcon for scoring, analytics, and enforcement.
  • Hands-on experience with automating security workflows and integrating Zero Trust technology platforms.
  • Deep understanding of identity-centric security, segmentation, continuous monitoring, and least privileged access.
  • Experience designing secure cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-scale architecture efforts and communicate effectively with both technical and executive stakeholders.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical issues and project goals to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong people skills managing a diverse set of stakeholders and direct client management experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.
Benefits
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
Zero Trust architectureidentity and access managementcloud architecture designsecurity operationsthreat responsesecurity architecture developmentautomation of security workflowscontinuous monitoringsegmentationleast privileged access
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationanalytical skillsproblem-solvingstakeholder managementteam managementexecutive communicationcross-functional collaborationdocumentation skillsclient management
Certifications
Bachelors degreeFederal or DoD PUBLIC TRUST