Security Architect

Basic Qualifications Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button. U.S. Citizenship Required. Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance. Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of experience or Masters degree and 10 years or Associate’s degree and 14 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience. Proven experience in cybersecurity architecture, engineering, or related roles. Proven expertise with cybersecurity policies, RMF processes, and Zero Trust strategies. Strong knowledge of cloud security, network security, and identity/access management solutions. Experience with NIST SP 800-53, FIPS, FISMA, and other federal security standards. Ability to translate complex security requirements into practical, scalable solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or SABSA. Experience designing security architectures for FAA systems or other critical infrastructure environments. Familiarity with cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their FAA-compliant security capabilities. Background in incident response, penetration testing, or red/blue team exercises. Expertise in cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Zero Trust implementations. Background in incident response planning, penetration testing, or cyber risk management. Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected. We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration. At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it. Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Security Architect (SME) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will lead the design of security architectures and ensure all modernization solutions meet FAA cybersecurity requirements, risk management frameworks, and Zero Trust objectives. In this senior-level role, you will bring deep technical expertise and strategic insight to protect critical aviation systems while shaping the future of secure modernization initiatives. Whether you’re supporting safety validation efforts or leading teams on major FAA programs, your work will directly impact the millions of passengers and aviation professionals who rely on safe, efficient airspace operations every day. In this position, you will: Lead the design, evaluation, and validation of enterprise security architectures for FAA modernization programs. Ensure all solutions align with FAA cybersecurity standards, RMF processes, and Zero Trust architecture principles. Serve as the primary technical advisor and SME for security-related decisions across complex modernization projects. Develop and maintain security reference architectures, roadmaps, and best practices for enterprise systems. Perform risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analyses to proactively identify and mitigate risks. Advise stakeholders on emerging security technologies and strategies to enhance the FAA’s cybersecurity posture. Provide mentorship and guidance to project teams, fostering a culture of security-first engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of security controls throughout solution lifecycles. Contribute to incident response readiness and post-incident reviews to improve security resilience. Why This Role Matters As aviation and national infrastructure continue to evolve, cybersecurity threats are growing more sophisticated and persistent. As a Security Architect, you will be a key defender of critical aviation systems, ensuring modernization efforts meet rigorous cybersecurity and Zero Trust objectives. xrczosw Your expertise will directly protect millions of passengers, secure essential data flows, and ensure operational continuity across one of the nation’s most vital sectors.