• Cybersecurity Architect

    Koniag Government ServicesWashington, DC 20080

    Job #2686277645

  • KDS

    Job ID 2425059

    Koniag Data Solutions , a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Architect with a TS/SCI clearance to support KDS and our government customer in Washington, DC.

    We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

    The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity engineering and architecture, with the ability to design and enhance the security of IT systems against cyber threats. This role involves providing cybersecurity engineering services to develop and upgrade security capabilities of legacy systems and coordinate security-related activities with key stakeholders. This position allows for maximum telework but requires the candidate to live within 50 miles of the work location. Must possess CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP certification.

    Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

    • Designing the IT enterprise and systems against existing and emerging cyber threats.

    • Developing and upgrading security capabilities of legacy systems.

    • Coordinating security-related activities with information security architects, senior agency information security officers, system owners, and other key stakeholders.

    • Leading and managing Engineering Services, Cybersecurity Architecture, and Security Automation.

    • Integrating security and privacy requirements in the Secure System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to address security and privacy considerations cost-effectively.

    Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or architecture.

    • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

    • CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP certification.

    • Extensive experience in cybersecurity engineering and architecture.

    • In-depth knowledge of designing and implementing security measures to protect IT systems.

    • Strong leadership and organizational skills to lead and manage Engineering Services, Cybersecurity Architecture, and Security Automation.

    • Ability to coordinate security activities with various stakeholders.

    • Familiarity with Secure System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

    • Experience in integrating security and privacy requirements into IT systems.

    • TS/SCI Clearance

    Working Environment & Conditions

    This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

    This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

    The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

    Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

    The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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    Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit ~~~.

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