Senior Cybersecurity Architect/ISSO
Zachary Piper Solutions, Zachary, LA, United States
Zachary Piper Solutions
is seeking
Senior Cybersecurity Architect
to support a federal partner responsible for enterprise cybersecurity governance and risk management. This position is
fully remote
(supporting Eastern Time hours).
The Senior Cybersecurity Architect will provide hands‑on technical ISSO‑level support focused on modernizing RMF, continuous authorization (cATO), and automated security monitoring capabilities. This role is highly technical and execution‑focused, partnering closely with a prime contractor and federal stakeholders rather than leading a team.
Responsibilities
Design and operationalize Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) models replacing point‑in‑time RMF assessments
Translate NIST SP 800‑53 security and privacy controls into machine‑testable technical assertions
Develop automated authorization score engines to evaluate real‑time system security posture
Implement continuous monitoring telemetry pipelines using DHS‑aligned tools (e.g., Splunk, CDM Elastic, Tenable Nessus)
Architect automated compliance evidence collection frameworks replacing manual artifacts
Perform technical control validation and risk analysis across AWS and Azure environments
Collaborate closely with prime contractor, federal ISSOs, and technical SMEs to support ATO and ongoing authorization activities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus 8+ years of cybersecurity or compliance‑related experience
5+ years supporting RMF, FISMA, or federal cybersecurity reporting efforts
5+ years applying and testing NIST SP 800‑53 security controls
Experience designing or supporting Continuous ATO (cATO) processes and automation
Familiarity with DHS continuous monitoring tools (Splunk, CDM, Tenable or similar)
Hands‑on experience with cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure) and API integrations
Active Secret clearance and current DHS Suitability / EOD (required)
Compensation
Salary Range: $125,000-$140,000 depending on experience
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more
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is seeking
Senior Cybersecurity Architect
to support a federal partner responsible for enterprise cybersecurity governance and risk management. This position is
fully remote
(supporting Eastern Time hours).
The Senior Cybersecurity Architect will provide hands‑on technical ISSO‑level support focused on modernizing RMF, continuous authorization (cATO), and automated security monitoring capabilities. This role is highly technical and execution‑focused, partnering closely with a prime contractor and federal stakeholders rather than leading a team.
Responsibilities
Design and operationalize Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) models replacing point‑in‑time RMF assessments
Translate NIST SP 800‑53 security and privacy controls into machine‑testable technical assertions
Develop automated authorization score engines to evaluate real‑time system security posture
Implement continuous monitoring telemetry pipelines using DHS‑aligned tools (e.g., Splunk, CDM Elastic, Tenable Nessus)
Architect automated compliance evidence collection frameworks replacing manual artifacts
Perform technical control validation and risk analysis across AWS and Azure environments
Collaborate closely with prime contractor, federal ISSOs, and technical SMEs to support ATO and ongoing authorization activities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus 8+ years of cybersecurity or compliance‑related experience
5+ years supporting RMF, FISMA, or federal cybersecurity reporting efforts
5+ years applying and testing NIST SP 800‑53 security controls
Experience designing or supporting Continuous ATO (cATO) processes and automation
Familiarity with DHS continuous monitoring tools (Splunk, CDM, Tenable or similar)
Hands‑on experience with cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure) and API integrations
Active Secret clearance and current DHS Suitability / EOD (required)
Compensation
Salary Range: $125,000-$140,000 depending on experience
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more
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