Zero Trust Architect
System One, Great Falls, VA, United States
Job Title: Zero Trust Architect
Location: Remote
Type: Contract to Hire
Client: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
Clearance: Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship and ability to obtain a Public Trust.
Overview
We're supporting a key Zero Trust transformation effort with the FDIC, focused on modernizing security architecture across enterprise systems.
This role is ideal for a senior-level architect who can operate both strategically and hands-on-owning assessments, defining architecture, and helping drive implementation across Zero Trust pillars.
Responsibilities
Support implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) across FDIC systems
Assess current-state security posture and perform gap and maturity assessments
Design and define future-state (TO-BE) architecture aligned to Zero Trust principles
Develop implementation roadmaps and transformation strategies
Partner with SMEs and stakeholders to evaluate impact across business and technical environments
Recommend technologies, integrations, and security controls aligned to ZTA
Map requirements to security frameworks (NIST, CISA) and enterprise controls
Contribute to governance, policy, and process improvements supporting Zero Trust adoption
Stay current on federal and commercial Zero Trust best practices and emerging technologies
Requirements
8+ years of experience in enterprise security architecture and design
Strong expertise in Zero Trust concepts, frameworks, and implementation strategies
Experience performing security assessments, gap analysis, and roadmap development
Background designing conceptual, logical, and physical security architectures
Experience with enterprise environments including:
Identity and access management (IAM, SSO, RBAC)
Network segmentation and secure access
Endpoint security / EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike or similar)
SIEM and security monitoring tools
Experience aligning solutions to frameworks such as NIST and CISA
Ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
Nice to Have
Experience in federal or regulated environments
Exposure to cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Experience developing cost models, BOEs, or implementation plans
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Location: Remote
Type: Contract to Hire
Client: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
Clearance: Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship and ability to obtain a Public Trust.
Overview
We're supporting a key Zero Trust transformation effort with the FDIC, focused on modernizing security architecture across enterprise systems.
This role is ideal for a senior-level architect who can operate both strategically and hands-on-owning assessments, defining architecture, and helping drive implementation across Zero Trust pillars.
Responsibilities
Support implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) across FDIC systems
Assess current-state security posture and perform gap and maturity assessments
Design and define future-state (TO-BE) architecture aligned to Zero Trust principles
Develop implementation roadmaps and transformation strategies
Partner with SMEs and stakeholders to evaluate impact across business and technical environments
Recommend technologies, integrations, and security controls aligned to ZTA
Map requirements to security frameworks (NIST, CISA) and enterprise controls
Contribute to governance, policy, and process improvements supporting Zero Trust adoption
Stay current on federal and commercial Zero Trust best practices and emerging technologies
Requirements
8+ years of experience in enterprise security architecture and design
Strong expertise in Zero Trust concepts, frameworks, and implementation strategies
Experience performing security assessments, gap analysis, and roadmap development
Background designing conceptual, logical, and physical security architectures
Experience with enterprise environments including:
Identity and access management (IAM, SSO, RBAC)
Network segmentation and secure access
Endpoint security / EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike or similar)
SIEM and security monitoring tools
Experience aligning solutions to frameworks such as NIST and CISA
Ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
Nice to Have
Experience in federal or regulated environments
Exposure to cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Experience developing cost models, BOEs, or implementation plans
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
#M1
#LI-CS1
Ref: #851-Rockville-S1
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.