Zero Trust Architecture Engineer

Apogee Engineering has an opportunity for a Zero Trust Architecture Engineer supporting the design and implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) for NASIC environments. This role develops ZTA governance, standards, and technical guardrails to secure mission data and services across multiple domains. Contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing ZTA frameworks, governance models, and technical standards tailored to NASIC architectures.
• Translate DoD, AF, and IC security policy into practical ZTA controls and patterns.
• Analyze existing architectures and recommend ZTA-compliant enhancements and mitigations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and system owners to align ZTA designs with enterprise security processes.
• Contribute to implementation plans and configuration baselines for ZTA-related capabilities.
• Prepare the monthly ZTA Posture Report documenting transition status, issues, and recommended actions.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or security architecture.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; OR six (6) additional years of work experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree; OR four (4) additional years of work experience plus an Associate’s degree may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting security architectures in cloud or hybrid environments.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, or equivalent).
• Experience with IC or DoD intelligence systems and multi-domain environments.

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH

Work environment: On-site

Travel: Occasional