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# Cybersecurity Architect (Lead)

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $216,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Information Technology, Cyber Warfare, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9192067/cybersecurity-architect-lead

## About the Role

* Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. Will consider Associate +14 or HS +16 years of experience
 * Requires current CISSP, CISM, or CASP+ IA cybersecurity certification
 * Expert knowledge of Zero Trust architecture
 * Strong RMF and NIST framework experience
 * Proficiency in security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS)
 * Experience with DoD cybersecurity requirements
 * Experience leading security teams
 * U.S. Citizenship required
 * DoD TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree is preferred in Cybersecurity or Computer Science
 * 12 years relevant experience

## Description

Peraton seeks a Cybersecurity Architect (Lead) to support Department of War Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) with defensive cyberspace operations and AI support., In this role, you will serve as the lead for the team's Analytic Support Officers, responsible for cybersecurity readiness assessments, Zero Trust architecture, and ensuring compliance with security standards., * Lead team of 6 cybersecurity professionals

 * Design and implement Zero Trust (ZT) architecture
 * Conduct cybersecurity readiness assessments
 * Oversee RMF compliance and accreditation
 * Direct threat intelligence integration
 * Manage vulnerability assessments and remediation


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