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Principal Cyber Security Engineer and Architect
Verizon
Ashburn, VirginiaPosted Sep 30, 2026 · 2h ago$133k – $231k
Full-time$133k – $231kPrincipalHybridTelecom
About this role
As a Principal Cyber Security Engineer and Architect, you will define and implement core cybersecurity guidelines and technical standards for sensitive and mission-critical programs. You will translate abstract security requirements into concrete engineering controls and lead the hands-on implementation of hardened architectures across enterprise infrastructures.
What we are looking for
5- Author technical security guidelines and architectural guardrails based on CISA, CIS, NIST, and SANS guidance
- Lead the technical implementation of hardened network architectures, microsegmentation, and zero-trust patterns
- Evaluate existing systems against security baselines to identify and remediate architectural gaps
- Partner with cross-functional teams to align program guardrails with enterprise security strategy
- Requires Top Secret Security Clearance
Skills mentioned
4AWSAzureKubernetesLinux
Work authorization
Requires a Top Secret security clearance.
