ZTA Architect @ NexThreat

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:

oMicrosoft Sentinel

oMicrosoft Azure

oMicrosoft DfE

oXacta 360/IO

oZscaler

oFedRamp

oCloudflare NetWitness

oTenable IO

oNexpose

oArmis

oTrellix HX/CM

oServiceNow

Qualifications & Experience:

Education & Certifications:

oBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).

oRelevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSK, CISM, or Zero Trust certifications are preferred.

Experience:

oMinimum of 3 years’ working knowledge of GCC-H/GCC environments and security requirements.

oAt least 3 years’ experience designing and implementing Zero Trust architectures.

oProven experience with cloud security platforms, especially Microsoft Azure and Sentinel.

oStrong understanding of federal cybersecurity standards, FedRamp, and Executive Orders.

Technical Skills:

oDeep knowledge of Zero Trust concepts, network security, identity management, and secure cloud architectures.

oHands-on experience with supporting security tools listed above.

oFamiliarity with security assessment frameworks and continuous monitoring.

NexThreat is dedicated to our employees' well-being, growth, and satisfaction. We offer a competitive compensation package that supports and enables our corporate commitment to excellence.

Our extensive benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Ensuring our employees have access to essential healthcare services.

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions: Helping our employees secure their financial future.

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Providing peace of mind with robust coverage.

Up to Five weeks of PTO: Enabling you to streamline your work life balance.

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Offering financial protection during unforeseen circumstances.

529 College Savings Plan: Supporting our employees’ educational savings goals.

Employee Learning Program with Tuition Reimbursement: Encouraging continuous learning and development.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans: Allowing employees to manage their healthcare expenses effectively.

Profit Sharing: Rewarding our employees for contributing to the company’s success.

Employee Referral Program: Incentivizing our team to bring in new talent.

$5,000 Company-Paid Travel/Vacation after 5 Years of Service: Celebrating loyalty and service with generous vacation benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Career Advancement

NexThreat is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We provide a clear pathway for career development, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to grow and advance within the company.

Fair Compensation

Our commitment to fair compensation is reflected in our competitive salary packages. NexThreat’s internal efficiencies enable us to offer not only fair wages but also additional financial benefits such as spot and merit bonuses, profit sharing, commuting benefits, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Reward and Recognition

We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. By regularly collecting customer feedback, we identify opportunities to provide spot bonuses, gifts, and other forms of recognition, ensuring our team members feel valued and appreciated.

Vacation Benefits

Understanding the importance of work-life balance, NexThreat offers a unique vacation benefit. Every 5 years, employees receive $5,000 towards a vacation for themselves and their families.

We strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

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