Remote Clearance : Active Secret Clearance Required Employment Type : Full-time Performance-Based Position Description Overview Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Architect for a potential opportunity supporting our DOD customer.
In this role, you will be instrumental in securing complex systems, conducting risk assessments, designing secure system architectures, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies and frameworks.
This is a remote opportunity requiring a proactive, independent leader with deep experience in systems security engineering and architecture.
Key Performance Responsibilities Security Architecture & Engineering Design and implement secure enterprise architectures aligned with DoD RMF (Risk Management Framework) and NIST standards.
Develop architecture artifacts (e.g., DoDAF, diagrams, threat models) to support system development life cycles (SDLC).
Cybersecurity Compliance & Risk Management Lead the development and assessment of cybersecurity strategies and technical solutions in alignment with DSCA’s security objectives.
Ensure system compliance with IASAE Level II frameworks and DoD regulations.
Conduct security assessments, gap analyses, and vulnerability mitigation planning.
Technical Leadership & Collaboration Serve as the cybersecurity SME, providing guidance to system administrators, engineers, and program leadership.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders to integrate security requirements across project lifecycles.
Present findings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and decision-makers.
Provide weekly and monthly security status reports, ensuring traceability and audit readiness.
Required Qualifications Experience 10+ years of information technology experience 8+ years in technical engineering (requirement analysis, systems / network administration, cybersecurity, systems engineering) Education Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field from an accredited institution Certifications IASAE Level II Certification (e.g., CASP+ CE, CISSP, CSSLP ) Clearance Active Secret Clearance is required for consideration About Nationwide IT Services NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in IT and Management Consulting.
We focus on delivering mission-critical services to federal clients, leveraging cutting-edge technology and industry best practices.
Why Join NIS?
Competitive compensation Remote flexibility Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Generous PTO, Holidays, and Sick Leave Education Reimbursement & Professional Development Pet Insurance & Employee Assistance Program Equal Employment Opportunity Nationwide IT Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Powered by JazzHR
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