Senior Security Architect

What You Will Do

The Senior Security Architect will play a critical role supporting U.S. civilian agencies by designing, implementing, and governing secure enterprise and system architectures across mission, business, and shared services environments. This role focuses on enabling agency missions through secure digital modernization, cloud adoption, and risk‑based cybersecurity practices aligned with federal mandates. The Senior Security Architect partners closely with agency CIO, CISO, and system owners to translate policy, regulatory, and mission requirements into practical, compliant, and scalable security architectures.

What You Will Need

• Minimum of TEN (10) years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, security engineering, or information security consulting, with demonstrated experience supporting U.S. civilian agencies or highly regulated environments.
• Strong expertise in federal cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST Risk Management Framework and related guidance.
• Active CISSP, PMP, and ITIL 4 certifications are required.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
• The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, program leadership, and non‑technical stakeholders.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience supporting civilian agency ATO programs, continuous monitoring, and compliance reporting is preferred.
• Experience designing and implementing Zero Trust architectures in civilian agency environments.
• Experience supporting cloud modernization initiatives and shared services platforms.
• Prior experience working with OMB, CISA, or agency‑specific cybersecurity policies.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend