Cybersecurity Solutions Architect

Job Description:

This contract supports the operational environments of the USDA Office of the CIO’s Information Security Center.  This role is Cybersecurity Solutions Architect.

This is a surge support role which will last approximately 4 months from time of hire.  

Duties/ Responsibilities 

Task responsibilities include:

• Attend all USDA internal architecture meetings (relevant to cybersecurity).
• Coordinate with varying security Focus Groups to leverage the architecture.
• Coordinate across USDA, as required, to gain inputs and insights to assist in development and implementation of a USDA Cybersecurity Architecture.
• Create, Collect, and Post all cybersecurity architecture documentation to a shared data repository.
• The Architect shall assist USDA in cybersecurity architecture assessment, design, development and planning of current and future technical and functional/business systems by depicting technical, systems and functional architecture views as required.
• The Architect shall facilitate and develop plans which will enable information sharing, integration, and interoperability while considering service-oriented architecture best practices by aligning with overarching Federal and DHS architectures. Architecture support provided to USDA shall consider the full life cycle, inclusive of initial planning through systems decommissioning.
• The Architect shall research and identify new and emerging technologies for potential insertion into current and future programs, and the cybersecurity architecture baseline, based on a business case analysis (e.g., cloud services, Big Data analysis, block chain, zero trust, IOT, and AI). This may include, but is not limited to, analytical capabilities, infrastructure innovation, data innovation, and other strategic innovations as required by the Government.
• The Architect shall participate and support the development of implementation strategies and courses of action that address mission capabilities development and implementation, data migration, and capacity planning.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Cybersecurity Architecture background. More software and process focused on solutions
• Background in NIST, OMB, DoD, DHS, FISMA, and other government work.
• Background in Supply Chain Management extremely important
• Experience motivating teams in a virtual environment.
• Familiarity with Cloud Services

Nice to Have Skills

• CISSP Certification
• Cloud Services Background which includes an understanding of the relationship of applications and databases and other capabilities that operate in infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS); and potentially software as a service (SaaS) as well as all government-specific data types
• ServiceNow experience a plus

Education and Experience:

• 5 years experience
• BS in business administration, IT or any related field

Travel Requirement:

• none

Clearance Requirement:

• Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Salary:

• $120k -130k annually - The salary range offered is an estimate made in good faith, intended to encompass various experience levels. Dynamo considers several factors when making an offer, including, but not limited to, the role, its functions and responsibilities, the candidate's work experience, location, educational background, and key skills.

Dynamo is a full lifecycle digital transformation company providing best-in-class technology and mission support services to our clients. An SBA 8(a) Program participant, Dynamo maintains SBA 8(a) Mentor-Protégé Program Joint Ventures, providing us significant scale and further deepening our capabilities. Dynamo’s mission is to lead the digital transformation industry and provide best-in-class solutions for our clients with a truly human touch. ​

We leverage industry leading practices to empower our clients, ultimately providing them with the necessary tools, knowledge, and information required to successfully achieve their strategic goals, while optimizing their operations. ​

Through our partnerships, boldness, and authenticity, Dynamo goes against the grain of a traditional government contracting company by providing top-caliber team members, delivering quality results, and always exceeding expectations. 

Dynamo Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.