Zero Trust Security Architect

Torch Technologies, Inc.

. Lead the technical execution of Zero Trust for the Joint Staff J7 JTSD .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Zero Trust Architecture, specifically within the DoD framework, and possesses extensive experience in cloud security and identity management using Microsoft technologies. Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders, and report on compliance metrics effectively.

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Zero Trust ArchitectureMicrosoft Entra IDCloud ArchitectureNIST SP 800-207DoD 8570/8140 IASAE II/III Certification

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityCloud SecurityIdentity ManagementAccess ManagementMicro-SegmentationTelemetry IntegrationPolicy FormulationAzure Role-Based Access ControlConditional AccessTroubleshooting

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaborationTechnical DocumentationReporting

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SentinelDefender for CloudAzure Government IL5/IL6Privileged Identity ManagementDoD SIEM Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCASP+ CEMicrosoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect ExpertMicrosoft Security Operations AnalystAzure Security Engineer Associate

Industry Keywords

DoD Zero Trust StrategyJoint StaffCybersecurity ArchitectureCompliance MetricsOperational Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the technical execution of Zero Trust for the Joint Staff J7 JTSD
Collaborate with the Deputy Chief, Technical Director, and Division System Architects
Embed DoD Zero Trust Strategy principles into every layer of the JWCC Azure environment
Formulate and implement the Joint Staff J7 Zero Trust Architecture roadmap across all seven pillars
Design fine-grained identity, credential, and access management policies within Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Conditional Access
Architect micro-segmentation boundaries, software-defined perimeters, and private endpoint configurations within Azure Government IL5/IL6
Integrate cloud telemetry and logging pipelines into Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Cloud, and enterprise DoD SIEM solutions
Support government leadership in reporting Zero Trust execution metrics and compliance milestones to Joint Staff and DoD CIO stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship
Active DoW Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
10+ years of progressive cybersecurity and cloud architecture experience
3+ years architecting or implementing Zero Trust principles adhering to NIST SP 800-207 and the DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture
Extensive experience with Microsoft Entra ID Government, Conditional Access policies, PIM, and Azure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Current DoD 8570/8140 IASAE II/III or IAM III certification, such as CISSP, CISM, or CASP+ CE
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Preferred: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Preferred: Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100), Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200), or Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
Preferred: Direct experience executing DoD Target/Advanced Zero Trust Capability roadmaps in operational IL5 or IL6 environments
Preferred: Proven capability tuning Microsoft Sentinel analytic rules and Defender for Cloud security posture benchmarks in air-gapped or classified cloud environments
Preferred: Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check
Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Travel required, 0–10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

ESOP participation
401(k) match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Health Saving Accounts
Health Reimbursement Accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Paid time off
Holidays
Relocation assistance is not available