Hybrid ZTA Architect - ZTA presso Nexthreat.com
Nexthreat.com · Washington, DC, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
- Ufficio in Washington, DC
Job Title: ZTA Architect
Location: Washington, DC
Time Type: Full-time
Potential for Telework: Position eligible for telework upon approval; however, must be able to attend GPO IT SEC scheduled and as-needed-unscheduled in-person meeting(s).
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Candidates will be required to pass a GPO public trust background check ahead of onboarding.
Employee Type: W2 or 1099
Citizenship: US Citizen, no Dual Citizenship
Position Overview:
NexThreat is seeking an experienced and motivated Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Architect to lead the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive ZTA for the Government Publishing Office (GPO). This role involves supporting the IT Security division during GPO’s shift 1 operations, assisting in the assessment of the current cybersecurity posture, and developing processes for a fully implemented Zero Trust Security Model aligned with EO 14028.
The ZTA Architect will serve as the Project Lead, working closely with GPO staff and augmenting existing IT security teams to develop, maintain, and mature the GPO’s Zero Trust Architecture, ensuring resilient, secure, and compliant information systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership & Planning:
Develop plans to assess GPO’s current cybersecurity state, establish a roadmap for ZTA deployment, and support its full implementation in accordance with federal directives and best practices.
Design & Engineering:
Lead the architecture and engineering of ZTA components, ensuring integration with existing security tools and platforms.
Support & Maintenance:
Support the operation, maintenance, and ongoing upgrades of the GPO Zero Trust Architecture, including tools and technologies such as Microsoft Sentinel, Azure, Zscaler, FedRamp, Cloudflare, and others.
Tool Support & Management:
Support the management and operation of essential security tools – including but not limited to:
o Microsoft Sentinel
o Microsoft Azure
o Microsoft DfE
o Xacta 360/IO
o Zscaler
o FedRamp
o Cloudflare NetWitness
o Tenable IO
o Nexpose
o Armis
o Trellix HX/CM
o ServiceNow
Qualifications & Experience:
Education & Certifications:
o Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
o Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSK, CISM, or Zero Trust certifications are preferred.
Experience:
o Minimum of 3 years’ working knowledge of GCC-H/GCC environments and security requirements.
o At least 3 years’ experience designing and implementing Zero Trust architectures.
o Proven experience with cloud security platforms, especially Microsoft Azure and Sentinel.
o Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity standards, FedRamp, and Executive Orders.
Technical Skills:
o Deep knowledge of Zero Trust concepts, network security, identity management, and secure cloud architectures.
o Hands-on experience with supporting security tools listed above.
o Familiarity with security assessment frameworks and continuous monitoring.
