Cybersecurity Architect

The Cybersecurity Architect will play a pivotal role in enhancing the organization's Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) and Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) programs. The Cybersecurity Architect will lead a team of cybersecurity experts. This position involves researching continuous monitoring methods and tools, developing strategies that align with Federal requirements, and proposing improvements to existing ISCM programs and documentation. The architect will collaborate with customers to develop project plans and resources, promote the implementation of continuous monitoring initiatives, and work with cybersecurity groups and technical teams to implement the DHS CDM Program. Secret or L clearance needed to be considered.

Research continuous monitoring methods and tools.
• Develop strategies for Enterprise ISCM approaches that meet Federal requirements.
• Propose improvements to the existing ISCM Program and its related documentation.
• Collaborate with the customer to develop project plans and resources to support the ISCM Program and CDM Program.
• Promote the implementation of continuous monitoring programs and initiatives throughout the customer environment.
• Work with cybersecurity groups and technical teams throughout Enterprise to implement the DHS CDM Program.
• Participate in DHS CDM Working Groups (WGs).
• Provide subject matter expertise throughout the Enterprise to bolster the customer's continuous monitoring capabilities.
• Track the progress of DHS CDM Program implementation throughout the Enterprise.
• Develop metrics to evaluate the Enterprise implementation of the CDM program and provide detailed analyses of the results.
• Provide executive-level briefings and reports on continuous monitoring programs and initiatives.
• Support the preparation and justification of budget and fiscal execution of the program as it relates to meeting requirements, return on investment, value, and outcome.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• An active DOE L or DOD Secret clearance (if not active must be able to obtain and maintain a clearance).
• Preferred relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with ISCM/CDM, and DOE or similar federal agency work.
• Experience and knowledge of implementing continuous monitoring tools across all systems, networks, and endpoints.
• Experience in ensuring real-time detection of threats and anomalies through a set of integrated security tools.
• Experience in deploying automated vulnerability scanning tools to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities.
• Experienced in establishing an automated process for incident detection, containment, and mitigation.
• Knowledge in continuously monitoring and enforce compliance with cybersecurity standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST, etc.).
• Expertise in development of dashboards and metrics.
• Previous experience in the development of ISCM Handbook for processes and procedures pertaining to the management of ISCM and CDM programs.

About Us:

Founded in 2002, Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. is an industry-recognized federal contractor. Our industry-leading team combines federal expertise and state-of-the-art innovation to provide quality technical solutions for modern-day challenges. Edgewater is a repeat awardee of such honors as Washington Post Top Workplaces (2018-2025) and Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies (2019-2024). We also have CMMI and ISO certifications. We are headquartered in Frederick, Maryland with staff across the United States. Edgewater has more than 500 employees supporting over 30 federal and commercial organizations.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other status protected by applicable law.