Managed Security Specialist
Rightworks
Cybersecurity Architect
Guidehouse
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $102,000 - $170,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
AnsibleAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityDockerFirewallsGoogle Cloud PlatformJenkinsKubernetesTerraform
About the role
- As a Cybersecurity Architect, you’ll play a key role in designing and implementing secure solutions across modern infrastructure.
- You’ll collaborate across teams to embed security into every layer of our technology stack.
- Architect secure environments for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid systems.
- Develop and maintain security reference architectures and standards.
- Implement Zero Trust principles using the CISA Maturity Model.
- Design microsegmentation strategies and enforce least privilege access.
- Integrate identity-centric security controls and adaptive access policies.
- Embed security into CI/CD pipelines and automate testing and compliance.
- Collaborate with DevOps to ensure secure infrastructure-as-code deployments.
- Secure cloud-native applications and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Manage security controls for multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
- Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling.
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, NIST 800 series, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, CSA.
- Mentor junior team members and communicate security concepts effectively.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
- Minimum FIVE (5) years of experience as an IT or cybersecurity architect
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, AWS/Azure Architect (or similar)
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks and best practices
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-prem environments
- Proficiency with security tools (firewalls, SIEM, IAM, endpoint protection)
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with DevSecOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible) is a plus
- Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
- Understanding of secure API development and management is a plus
- Exposure to SOAR platforms and security orchestration is a plus
- Experience implementing FISMA compliance requirements is a plus
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
Cybersecurity architectureZero Trust principlesMicrosegmentationIdentity-centric security controlsInfrastructure-as-codeRisk assessmentsThreat modelingSecure API developmentContainer securitySecurity frameworks
Soft skills
Problem-solvingAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsMentoringCollaborationIndependenceAdaptabilityTeamworkLeadershipFast-paced environment
Certifications
CISSPCISMSABSAAWS ArchitectAzure ArchitectCISAISO 27001NIST 800 seriesFISMACIS Benchmarks
