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Cyber Security Architect

IQUASAR LLC

Colorado Springs, CO

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SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Applications Security, Best Practices, CCSP - Cisco Certified Security Professional, CISM - Certified Information Security Manager, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Security, Continuous Improvement, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Emerging Technology, Endpoint Security, Enterprise Architecture, Firewalls, Health Insurance, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Insurance Regulatory Examiners Society (IRES), Internet Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Network Security, Penetration Testing, Platform as a Service (PaaS), Process Improvement, Proposal Development, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research & Development (R&D), Security Architecture, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software as a Service (SaaS), Strategic Planning, Technical Leadership, Threat Modeling, Threat and risk analysis (TRA), U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Vision Plan, Vulnerability Scanners, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
15 days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

We are seeking a senior-level Cybersecurity Architect to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at either Schriever Space Force Base in the Colorado Springs, CO area or at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. 


  • Position: Cybersecurity Architect 
  • Location:  Colorado Springs, CO
  • Position Type: Permanent position
  • Travel: Some travel may be required.
Key Duties:
  • Develop and maintain the organization’s cybersecurity architecture, standards, and frameworks across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
  • Design and implement secure solutions for data protection, network security, IAM, and application security.
  • Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments; develop mitigation strategies for identified vulnerabilities.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and integrate emerging security technologies and tools to enhance the organization’s cyber posture.
  • Ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, STIGs, and other regulatory frameworks through audits and assessments.
  • Collaborate with IT, development, and business teams to embed security throughout the SDLC.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance on cybersecurity best practices and incident response.
  • Communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders while driving continuous improvement in cybersecurity architecture.
Required Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time. 
  • Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use.
  • This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire.  If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
  • Active Secret Clearance. 
  • 8 or more years of general, full-time work experience.
  • 6 or more years of directly related experience.
  • 2 or more years of experience working in a management or leadership role.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing complex cybersecurity architectures.
  • Deep understanding of security principles, technologies, and industry best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, Elastic Security SIEM, ACAS vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection tools.
  • Strong background in cloud security architecture and deployment models, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
  • Experience applying Zero Trust architecture principles within enterprise IT environments.
  • Thorough understanding of cybersecurity architecture methodologies and design frameworks.
  • Working knowledge of regulatory compliance standards such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO 27001.
Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • 1 or more industry certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty.
  • Experience with threat modeling methodologies (e.g., STRIDE, DREAD).
  • Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
  • Experience with DevSecOps principles and practices.
  • Experience with security automation and orchestration.
If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at Mitch.bhat@iquasar.com with the information requested below: Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position, or this is not the right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position.
 
Thank you.
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Please do not hesitate to contact me for any question(s) you may have. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business needs.


Regards,
Mitch Bhat
Senior Recruitment Professional
iQuasar, LLC
Cleared Recruitment | Proposal Development | Technology
Direct: (703) 794 2147
Main:  (703) 962 6001 Ext.587
Mitch.bhat@iquasar.com
www.iQuasar.com


About the Company

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IQUASAR LLC

iQuasar is a technology services company based out of greater Washington, D.C. that has been in the business for more than a decade. We are experienced in working with Federal, State, and Local Governments as well as Commercial customers. Our employees and contractors have served customers like the Federal Reserve Board, United States Patent and Trade Office (USPTO), Comcast Cable, Frontier Wireless, T-Mobile, IBM, Departments of Transportation & Treasury, and Commonwealths of VA & PA, among many others.

We have strong capabilities in Program/ Project Management, Application & System Development/Administration, Help Desk, Cloud, Business Process Design, and Cybersecurity. We are an authorized Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and Google partner. We provide Information Technology services to our broad customer base and proposal development and recruitment process outsourcing services to our government contractor customers.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iquasar.com/

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