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Sr. Solutions Architect III

Sr. Solutions Architect III

CompanyMetroStar
LocationWashington, DC, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • You have an active Secret security clearance
  • You have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline
  • You have a minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong background supporting federal government systems and security compliance.
  • You have direct experience engineering, implementing, and enhancing Security Operations Center (SOC) solutions, including monitoring, threat detection, and incident response operations.
  • You have deep understanding and hands-on experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), particularly NIST SP 800-37 Rev. 2, and the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.
  • You have provided Information System Security Officer (ISSO) support for moderate-level FISMA systems, including obtaining and maintaining Authorizations to Operate (ATOs).
  • You have led vulnerability management activities, including continuous monitoring, POA&M development, remediation coordination, and timely submission of reports to government stakeholders.
  • You have hands-on experience with tools such as Tanium, Splunk, Nessus, FireEye, automation, and endpoint protection platforms used to assess, monitor, and secure enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

  • You will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of cybersecurity practices aligned with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and federal compliance requirements.
  • You will engineer and architect secure systems and infrastructure solutions, integrating automation and AI to enhance threat detection, response, and operational efficiency.
  • You will oversee the development, submission, and maintenance of system Authorizations to Operate (ATOs), ensuring ongoing compliance across all supported systems.
  • You will operate and enhance Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, including monitoring, alerting, and incident handling using tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Tanium, and FireEye.
  • You will lead vulnerability management efforts by identifying, documenting, and tracking mitigation of security risks and coordinating POA&M resolution with stakeholders.
  • You will advise internal teams and partner organizations on implementing NIST controls, managing cybersecurity risks, and applying secure engineering practices throughout the system lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.