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Security Architect - Aviation
$170K–$180K
Vienna, VA · Hybrid · Full-time · Posted Feb 18, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years of security experience, including 3+ years in a security architecture or lead role.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
About the job
Defines and guides implementation of security architecture and compliance for a federal Defense Aviation platform running in AWS GovCloud, supporting its path to authorization.
What you'll do
- Design security architecture for AWS GovCloud, including identity, zero-trust access, network segmentation, encryption, monitoring, and data protection.
- Develop security documentation and control mappings, review designs and threat models, and guide engineering teams in implementing controls and remediation.
- Align the platform with DoD and DISA requirements and support audits, assessments, and ATO processes.
What they ask for
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in a stated related field.
- 10+ years of security experience, including 3+ years in a security architecture or lead role.
- Expertise in AWS cloud security, identity, network segmentation, and zero-trust design; DoD security frameworks and authorization; and one or more listed certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCNP Enterprise, GCIA, GDSA, GICSP, ISSAP, or ISSEP.
Nice to have
- Master’s or PhD in a stated related field; experience with AWS GovCloud or other federal or highly regulated environments.
- Experience with Zscaler or comparable ZTNA/SASE solutions, continuous monitoring, SIEM, incident response, aviation or defense systems; senior-level certifications including CCSP or AWS Certified Security – Specialty.
Pay
USD 170,000–180,000 per-year-salary (base salary)
Tools
AWS GovCloud, Zscaler, ZTNA/SASE, DoDI 8510, CNSSI 1253, STIGs, DoD CC SRG, SIEM
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