Security Architect, Associate Director

OverviewGuidehouse is a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. By combining our public and private sector expertise, we help clients address their most complex challenges and navigate significant regulatory pressures focusing on transformational change, business resiliency, and technology-driven innovation. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and digital services, we create scalable, innovative solutions that help our clients outwit complexity and position them for future growth and success. The company has more than 12,000 professionals in over 50 locations globally. Guidehouse is a Veritas Capital portfolio company, led by seasoned professionals with proven and diverse expertise in traditional and emerging technologies, markets, and agenda-setting issues driving national and global economies. For more information, please visit ResponsibilitiesOur Security Architect Associate Director is a technical leader focused on IT Security solutions research, design, implementation, testing, and documentation. They will work hand in hand with the IT Architecture team on all solutions but are focused on the IT Security equities. Effectively leads and manages multiple or more complex IT Security projects that may span company-wide initiatives within scope, timeline, and budget. Applies technical knowledge to innovation and performance improvement while demonstrating critical thinking and sound logic when assessing problems and opportunities in generating solutions. Accountable for ensuring the current and future over the horizon capabilities of Guidehouse security systems, maintaining, and protecting Guidehouse and Client data to the NIST SP 800-171 standards, and keeping Guidehouse abreast of all the best of breed capabilities that continue to make Guidehouse a technology pathfinder within the industry. Reports directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and/or the Deputy CISO. Job Description/Responsibilities: Assists in the organization, development and implementation of IT Security Architecture initiatives that support overall IT Security goals and objectives that may span company-wide initiatives Anticipates needs and addresses situations through understanding of practices Communicates regularly with IT leadership on a variety of topics Effectively leads and manages multiple or more complex projects within scope, timeline, and budget Continuously looks for cost-reduction and enhancement opportunities Leads project planning, scoping, and budget development Assists in establishing and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures Has awareness and understanding of potential risk areas - anticipates risk situations and mitigation strategies Effectively guides and coaches others in developing problem-solving skills proactively shares feedback about areas of concern, identifies opportunities among junior professionals and participates in developing solutions in a diplomatic way through frequent and meaningful written and verbal feedback Supports an environment of continuous learning by delegating decision-making authority to project team members to find solutions to challenging problems Participates in staffing decisions and project role definition to ensure assignments offer opportunities for individual growth and skill development Takes responsibility to develop and advance others (not just direct reports) while also seeking opportunities to learn from more experienced colleagues Educates team on Guidehouses business and how their contributions impact the organization Assists with the integration of new hires Be active in industry/professional associations Knowledgeable about other departments roles and responsibilities and works effectively with them to achieve goals Fosters an environment that supports effective teamwork and cross functional cooperation Holds oneself to a high standard of professional behavior Leads by example and monitors project team proactively ensuring matters are handled in a manner that promotes a positive lasting impression with high quality, prompt, and courteous service Considers different audiences (level, degree of knowledge, etc.) and communicates information in the most effective manner Create executive-level communications for both internal Guidehouse and client stakeholders Direct and lead independent and collective adhoc security projects that may turn into formal Guidehouse IT projects Leverage creative and out of the box thinking to ensure security controls are met while supporting business objectives QualificationsRequired: United States Citizenship Clearance: Ability to obtain a National Security Clearance or a U.S. Federal Government Public Trust Bachelors in computer-related or cyber field with 10-15 years of experience; OR Master''s with 8-12 years of experience Shall possess one or more of the following certifications: (ISC)2 Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP) Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) Microsoft Solutions Architect Microsoft Security (Operations Analyst/Engineer/Administrator) Associate Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect CREST Registered Technical Security Architecture (CRTSA) EC-Council Certified Network Defense Architect (CNDA) GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA) Must be able to work East Coast US business hours Experience working with C-Suite level executives Experience supporting Microsoft Windows 10 operating system Experience supporting Microsoft Azure and O365 cloud environments Working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and NIST SP 800-53 Experience architecting IT General Controls Significant demonstrated experience working with cloud first solutions that are implemented globally Experience managing multi-geographic cloud resources while implementing controls compliant with NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, HIPAA, HiTRUST, and GDRP Experience documenting processes and procedures to comply with required NIST, IT standards, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 20000 Experience SIEM architectural design, such as Splunk or Sentinel to support incident response and proactive threat hunting Working knowledge of ZeroTrust environments, implementation strategies, and best business practices Experience architecting endpoint detection and response with tools such as Defender, Symantec, or CrowdStrike Experience architecting data loss protection (DLP) and sensitive information management Experience architecting external entity federations and external authentication strategies Ability to work on many concurrent, and changing priorities Action-oriented and able to manage and meet aggressive timelines and deadlines. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills Preferred: Experience working with US Federal Law Enforcement and/or Intelligence Communities Working knowledge of Active Directory, Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams Demonstrated ability to learn and document new technologies/solutions Experience with ServiceNow is a plus Experience working in an ITIL environment Additional RequirementsThe successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described. This position is open to candidates virtually from EST, CST, PST time zones as well as AZ, UT, and AK DisclaimerAbout Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Rewards and Benefits 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 Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Created: 2025-09-06