Cybersecurity Architect - required onsite (hybrid) in Fairfax, VA

About the position Cybersecurity Architect - required onsite (hybrid) in Fairfax, VA (must be local to DC metro area) Overview ILS Inc. is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Architect to support a federal program’s security and compliance requirements. The Cybersecurity Architect will play a critical role in developing the strategy of developing and maintaining the security posture of enterprise IT systems in accordance with federal regulations, including FISMA, NIST 800-53, and FedRAMP. This position requires on-site presence two days per week at our Fairfax, VA headquarters. Responsibilities • Develop, implement, and continuously maintain a robust cybersecurity architecture strategy to support enterprise security objectives. • Leverage emerging and existing technologies to strengthen cybersecurity defenses, including cloud security, identity and access management, encryption, and threat detection solutions. • Evaluate, recommend, and implement tools that enhance the organization’s security posture • Serve as the primary security point of contact for assigned federal information systems throughout the Development Security and Operations (DevSecOps) Life Cycle. • Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and agency-specific cybersecurity frameworks. • Coordinate with system owners, engineers, developers, and external stakeholders to implement security controls and remediation strategies. • Conduct and support security assessments, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability management activities. • Participate in risk assessments, threat modeling, and incident response planning. • Track and report on the status of security findings, plans of action, and ongoing audit activities. • Support the development and delivery of security training and awareness activities for program staff. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience in information security or cybersecurity roles, including direct Cybersecurity Architecture experience supporting federal systems. • Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 , FISMA , and FedRAMP frameworks. • Hands-on experience preparing and maintaining ATO packages and supporting RMF processes. • Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus , Qualys ), SIEMs, and security dashboards. • Excellent documentation, communication, and coordination skills. Nice-to-haves • Professional certifications such as CISSP , CISM , CAP , or Security+ . • Experience using eMASS , CSAM , or other compliance management platforms. • Understanding of cloud security controls in AWS , Azure , or GCP environments. • Background in supporting applications or systems within government, finance, or healthcare sectors. • Knowledge of incident response , audit readiness , or insider threat programs. Apply tot his job