Cloud Security & Zero Trust Architect

Location: Laurel, MD, US

Employment Type: OTHER

Overview

Location

Remote (U.S.) | Occasional Travel May Be Required

 

We appreciate your interest in becoming part of our team. Although this requisition does not apply to a specific immediate opening , we value proactive candidates like yourself who are looking to build a meaningful career with ERP International. We will keep your application on file and contact you when suitable opportunities arise. (Applying for the future openings posting does not guarantee employment).

 

ERP International, LLC (www.erpinternational.com) is currently seeking a Full Time experienced Cloud Security & Zero Trust Architect to support enterprise cloud modernization, cybersecurity transformation, and secure digital service initiatives within large federal environments.

The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership across cloud security architecture, Zero Trust implementation, identity integration, security engineering, governance, and risk management activities. This role serves as a trusted advisor to technical and business stakeholders responsible for modernizing enterprise applications, data platforms, and digital services while maintaining strong cybersecurity and compliance standards.

The ideal candidate possesses experience securing complex cloud and hybrid-cloud environments and can effectively balance mission delivery, operational efficiency, and cybersecurity risk management. If you have this type of background we urge you to apply to learn more about this great opportunity!

 

Be the Best! ERP International is honored to be named a 2026 Top Workplace by WTOP News! 7 Years Running.

 

ERP Offers Employees:

* Competitive Salaries & Benefits to include Health, Dental, Vision and Retirement!* Health Advocate & Concierge Services!* Unlimited Job- Related Training & Development!

* Employee Recognition & Incentive Programs!

* Employee Appreciation & Company Sponsored Events!* Opportunity to work with leading edge technology!

* Community Outreach & Charity Work!

 

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ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

ERP International is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

 

 

Pay Range: $190,000 – $250,000

 

The salary range for this position is determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, qualifications, skill level, and location. The final salary offer will fall within this range and will be commensurate with the candidate’s background and the specific demands of the role.

 

About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Security Architecture

• Design and evaluate secure cloud architectures supporting enterprise systems and digital services.
• Develop cloud security reference architectures, design patterns, and implementation guidance.
• Assess cloud environments for security risks and compliance requirements.
• Support migration and modernization initiatives involving cloud-native and hybrid solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security requirements into solution designs.

Zero Trust Strategy & Implementation

• Support development and implementation of Zero Trust strategies and roadmaps.
• Evaluate enterprise architectures against Zero Trust principles and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen authentication, authorization, segmentation, and access controls.
• Support implementation of security controls across users, devices, applications, workloads, and data.
• Assist organizations in measuring and maturing Zero Trust capabilities.

Cloud Governance & Compliance

• Develop and maintain cloud security policies, standards, and governance processes.
• Support compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements and cloud security frameworks.
• Participate in security assessments, architecture reviews, and compliance evaluations.
• Collaborate with governance teams to address cloud-related risks and findings.
• Support audit readiness activities for cloud-hosted solutions.

Security Engineering & Operations

• Support implementation of secure configuration baselines and security controls.
• Evaluate emerging cloud security technologies and capabilities.
• Assist with vulnerability management, monitoring, and threat mitigation activities.
• Support integration of security tooling into cloud environments.
• Participate in incident response planning and recovery activities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide technical guidance to program leaders, engineers, architects, and cybersecurity teams.
• Develop executive briefings, architectural decision documents, and modernization recommendations.
• Facilitate workshops and technical discussions regarding cloud security strategies.
• Support enterprise planning efforts related to modernization and cybersecurity transformation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of cybersecurity, cloud security, or enterprise architecture experience.
• 3+ years supporting cloud security architecture or cloud modernization initiatives.
• Experience designing or securing large-scale cloud and hybrid-cloud environments.
• Experience with:
• Cloud Security Architecture
• Security Engineering
• Zero Trust Principles
• Identity and Access Management
• Network Security
• Security Risk Assessments
• Cloud Governance
• Security Compliance Requirements
• Strong communication and technical leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal civilian, healthcare, defense, or other regulated environments.
• Experience developing enterprise cloud security strategies and roadmaps.
• Experience supporting digital transformation and modernization programs.
• Experience integrating security into Agile, DevSecOps, or CI/CD environments.
• Experience supporting data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity governance initiatives.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale modernization efforts involving cloud-native technologies.

Preferred Technologies

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Microsoft Azure
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Microsoft Entra ID
• SailPoint
• Splunk
• CrowdStrike
• Tenable
• Prisma Cloud
• Wiz
• Kubernetes
• Terraform
• GitHub
• Azure DevOps

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following:

• CISSP
• CCSP
• AWS Certified Security Specialty
• AWS Solutions Architect
• Microsoft Azure Security Engineer
• Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• GIAC Cloud Security Certifications
• Security+

Desired Skills

• Cloud Security Architecture
• Zero Trust
• Security Engineering
• Cloud Governance
• DevSecOps
• Identity & Access Management
• Enterprise Architecture
• Cyber Risk Management
• Security Automation
• Infrastructure as Code
• Network Security
• Data Protection
• Technical Leadership
• Digital Modernization

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a government public trust Clearance/background check

Standard Interview & Selection Process:

• Recruiter Pre-Screen
• If selected, Interview with Hiring Manager and/or Technical Lead