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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cloud Cybersecurity Architect - **Company:** MITRE Corporation - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $129,200.0 - $161,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Key Management, Network Security, Network Architecture, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Software Security, Multi-Cloud, Cyber Threat Analysis, Data Lakes, Cybercrime, CIS Benchmarks, Cyber Warfare, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Serverless Computing - **Published:** June 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8988314/senior-cloud-cybersecurity-architect ## About the Role * Typically requires minimum of 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute at this job step; or an equivalent combination of related education and work experience * Advanced ability to architect secure cloud solutions and to apply zero trust principles to the architecture of complex cloud-hosted solutions * Hands-on experience designing and securing solutions on at least one major cloud platform (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, IBM, Cloud) * Strong understanding of core security domains: IAM, network security, data protection, application security, logging and monitoring, and incident response in cloud environments * Proven experience implementing security controls and patterns using cloud-native services (e.g., security groups, WAF, KMS, IAM roles/policies, secrets management) * Working knowledge of common security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2) and their application to cloud architectures (e.g., NIST RMF, NIST SSDF (SP800-218), CMMC, ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, DoW SWFT, NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, CSA CCM, CIS Controls, CISA SCuBA) * Familiarity with emerging security technologies and patterns * Strong knowledge of common attack techniques and threat landscapes * Experience with cybersecurity technologies and tools, trends, and emerging capabilities * Ability to lead and work with others to solve challenging technical problems * Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences to include government senior executives * Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret level security clearance * Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance. * This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site, * U.S. Government security clearance * Relevant professional certifications * Knowledge of Confidential Computing concepts * Familiarity with multi-cloud environments * Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices * Understanding of applicability of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to cybersecurity concerns * Familiarity with security event and incident management tools (SIEM) and security data lakes * Experience with large enterprise and US Government IT operations, service delivery, and defensive cyber operations (DCO) ## Description * Architect and develop secure cloud architectures and services while working with leading cloud service providers and important missions * Research, specify, and implement cloud-based cyber security tools, techniques, and procedures * Apply knowledge of network architectures, sensor technologies, and cyber threats to provide customers with the capabilities to protect, detect, and respond to cyber-attacks directed against customer systems * Leverage your vision and expertise to advance the state of the art in the use of AI/ML and zero trust to improve the security posture of government systems. ## Related Videos - [Fighting the Next Wave of Cybercrime](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100331-fighting-the-next-wave-of-cybercrime) - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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