Cybersecurity Architect

Job Description

Job Description

AITS Corporation is a veteran-led prime contractor delivering sovereign-grade cybersecurity and applied defense grade secure cross-domain solutions for the U.S. government, defense-industrial base, and allied sovereign partners. Our business is growing, and we are accepting applications for CYBERSECURITY ARCHITECT at our Fort Gordon, GA location.If you are qualified and interested in joining a fast-growing company with the goal of protecting national infrastructure, defense networks, and classified operations, please apply!Position SummaryCybersecurity Architect will design, implement, and govern secure IT systems, cloud infrastructures, and networks, ensuring compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF). They play a critical role in securing systems security,Job ResponsibilitiesDesigning and implementing Zero Trust principles (identity, device, network, application, data) to align with customer strategies.Lead cybersecurity architecture operating in a regulated environment across the full cybersecurity lifecycle, including, but not limited to, security planning, architecture and design, implementation, authorization, continuous monitoring, incident response, and sustainment.Design, implement, and govern cybersecurity controls aligned with customer principles.Architect and secure cloud environments including, but not limited to, identity management, network security, encryption, logging, monitoring, and configuration management.Design and mature Zero Trust Architecture across identity, device, network, application, data, and visibility layers.Lead continuous monitoring activities, scanning, compliance, configuration validation, vulnerability identification, and remediation tracking.Architect, integrate, improve capabilities, including, but not limited to, centralized log aggregation, real-time threat detection, automated response workflows, and coordination with security operations teams.Perform security risk assessments and translate technical findings into risk-based recommendations for system owners and leadership.Manage action plans, milestones and track remediation progress through successful closure.Prepare, review, and maintain cybersecurity and authorization artifacts.Partners with engineering, cloud, and operations teams to embed security by design, improve system resilience, and reduce operational risk.Support cybersecurity audits, inspections, and Cyber Operational Readiness Assessments (CORA), ensuring audit-ready documentation, traceability, and evidence integrity.QualificationsMaster 's degree in Computer Science preferredCISSP, CISM, CCIE (R/S)Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) Certification TOGAF Certification Minimum 10 years of relevant experience Knowledge in Open Systems Implementation (OSI) Layers 1 to 7 (Full Stack)Superb understanding of ITIL 4.0 + Managing ProfessionalFamiliarity with security tools and software is  essential.Proficiency in security protocols, network architecture, and programming language.Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report findings and collaborate with team members and management. Active TS/SCI security clearance required We offer competitive benefits, including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and more.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected class by federal, state or local laws.