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Cybersecurity Architect
Location
South Carolina
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$117.3K - $176K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Cybersecurity Architect
KBR, Inc.
• Design and implement enterprise security architectures aligned with RMF (NIST Risk Management Framework) requirements • Define and enforce security design principles across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments • Develop and maintain access control models , including RBAC, ABAC, identity governance, and least privilege strategies • Ensure integration of security practices into DevOps pipelines (DevSecOps), including automated testing, code scanning, and secure deployment • Work within SAFe Agile frameworks , participating in planning, architecture reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives • Utilize Azure DevOps (ADO) for backlog management, CI/CD pipelines, and governance of secure development practices • Conduct system security architecture reviews , threat modeling, and risk assessments • Effectively collaborate with development, infrastructure, and business teams to embed security into system lifecycles • Define and implement security controls , ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements • Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and ensure proper documentation and RMF artifact development • Provide guidance on secure system integration and cloud security architecture • Monitor evolving threat landscapes and adjust security architecture accordingly • Develop and maintain security standards, policies, and architecture documentation
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- U.S. Citizen
- Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3+ years in security architecture roles
- Experience supporting U.S. Government software programs
- Experience integrating Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) Identity Management solutions
- Strong experience with NIST RMF and related frameworks (NIST 800-53, 800-37)
- Proven expertise in access control mechanisms (IAM, RBAC, ABAC, Zero Trust principles)
- Deep understanding of secure system and application design
- Hands-on experience integrating security into DevOps/DevSecOps pipelines
- Experience performing risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability management
- Knowledge of cloud security architectures (particularly Microsoft Azure)
- Strong understanding of network, application, and infrastructure security
Benefits
- KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- AD&D
- flexible spending account
- disability
- paid time off
- flexible work schedule
- support career advancement through professional training and development
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