Cybersecurity Architect

About the role

Maximus has a new and exciting opportunity for a Cyber Security professional to make a meaningful impact for our National Security client in Bethesda, MD. At Maximus, our technology teams sit at the vanguard of mission driven innovation—building interoperable, secure solutions that protect national security while empowering people and organizations to thrive. You will play a critical role in improving and maintaining the security posture, safeguarding against top tier adversaries. We're a nimble, people centric company that invests in your professional growth and wellbeing, offering standout benefits like flexible schedules, technical upskilling, generous paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, education and training support, and parental paid leave. We set a high bar for delivery excellence and seek top performers who are energized by impact, velocity, and the chance to drive both people and technology forward as part of an exciting team.

Responsibilities

• Respond to congressional inquiries on Cybersecurity issues
• Turn cybersecurity needs and capabilities into requirements and detailed technical solutions
• Develop and maintain a list of Cybersecurity Architecture needs, dependencies, risks, and mitigation plans
• Analyze cybersecurity best practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
• Contribute meaningful input to Cybersecurity policies and influence the trajectory of ICAM, Zero Trust and other Cyber security areas in the IC
• Develop and publish baseline security requirements for common enterprise services to ensure capabilities are in compliance with cybersecurity directives and policies
• Provide guidance and recommendations for Security related issues
• Firm understanding of the Cybersecurity requirements across the IC
• Understanding of National Security Systems initiatives
• Familiarity with the IC policy update process
• Familiarity with DNI structure and processes
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to sit in technical exchange meetings and provide input to customers

Requirements

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
• Ability to commute daily to the site in Bethesda, Maryland
• Requires BS degree and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience
• Experience in Cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above
• Secure cloud architecture experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate
• Ability to adapt in response to shifts in customer priorities
• Familiarity with Identity, Authentication and Authorization
• Experience partnering across the IC

Pay

Minimum Salary $185,000.00 — Maximum Salary $200,000.00