Job Description
Are you ready to defend the digital frontier? CypherDefend Global Solutions is seeking a visionary Senior Cyber Security Architect to spearhead our mission-critical security initiatives in Washington, DC. In this high-impact role, you will design, build, and oversee the implementation of robust security infrastructures that protect our most sensitive assets against sophisticated global threats.
We are looking for a leader who combines technical brilliance with strategic foresight to ensure our defenses are not just reactive, but revolutionary. Join a team where your expertise directly influences the safety and integrity of enterprise-scale systems. We offer a premium work environment focused on innovation, continuous learning, and elite performance.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement end-to-end security architectures for complex hybrid cloud and on-premise environments.
- Lead the strategic adoption of Zero Trust principles across all enterprise platforms and global networks.
- Conduct advanced threat modeling and risk assessments to preemptively identify and mitigate emerging cyber threats.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate automated security controls and compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive security standards and policies in alignment with NIST and ISO 27001 frameworks.
- Mentor junior security engineers and provide technical oversight for high-level incident response strategies.
- Evaluate and pilot cutting-edge security technologies to maintain a competitive advantage against adversaries.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Information Security with at least 5 years in a dedicated Architecture role.
- Extensive expertise in securing major cloud providers including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and GCP.
- Hold advanced professional certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, CISM, or CCSP.
- Deep technical understanding of network protocols, cryptographic standards, and Identity Access Management (IAM).
- Proven track record of managing large-scale security transformations within complex, high-stakes organizations.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate technical risks into business-focused executive summaries.
- U.S. Citizenship may be required due to the nature of federal contract engagements.