Security Architect Jobs in Virginia
Security Architect jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense contracting, federal civilian agencies, and financial services, with openings from entry-level analyst roles through principal and staff-level architects. The heaviest hiring runs across the Northern Virginia corridor, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads area, where employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and General Dynamics Information Technology maintain a consistent presence. Cloud security, zero-trust architecture, and compliance frameworks such as FedRAMP and NIST RMF are the most in-demand specialties across Virginia listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
SPA's NATO Allied Command Transformation Group within JOID provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, including the generation, documentation and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage.
We have an immediate need for a Security Architecture Analyst to provide onsite support out of Norfolk, VA.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant professional experience; or higher secondary education with completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or accreditation and 4+ years of relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing security aspects of CIS/ICT program and projects, including the development and implementation of business processes within established cost, schedule, resource, and quality parameters.
- Experience planning, coordinating, and executing security activities within complex, strategically significant program and projects, including stakeholder engagement, risk management, resource allocation, and performance monitoring.
- Demonstrated practical experience in the security design and/or implementation of CIS/ICT solutions, including architectural approaches supporting organizational and business transformation.
- Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks, developing security inputs to program plans, and ensuring compliance with established security requirements.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification awarded by ISACA, or an equivalent NATO-recognized qualification, including national military equivalents.
- Demonstrated knowledge of information technology security solutions, change management, and security considerations associated with Digital Transformation initiatives.
- Experience coordinating security activities across multidisciplinary teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and supporting program or project delivery throughout the lifecycle.
- Active NATO or NATO National Secret clearance.
- Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.
- Demonstrated program or project management experience; Managing Successful Programs (MSP) or PRINCE2 certification.
- Previous experience working within NATO at the strategic level.
- Experience supporting NATO Communications and Information Systems (CIS) programs, projects, or capabilities.
- Broad knowledge of CIS capabilities, emerging technologies, and innovation initiatives.
- Experience working with military or public-sector organizations at the strategic level.
- Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
SPA's NATO Allied Command Transformation Group within JOID provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, including the generation, documentation and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage.
We have an immediate need for a Security Architecture Analyst to provide onsite support out of Norfolk, VA.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant professional experience; or higher secondary education with completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or accreditation and 4+ years of relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience managing security aspects of CIS/ICT program and projects, including the development and implementation of business processes within established cost, schedule, resource, and quality parameters.
- Experience planning, coordinating, and executing security activities within complex, strategically significant program and projects, including stakeholder engagement, risk management, resource allocation, and performance monitoring.
- Demonstrated practical experience in the security design and/or implementation of CIS/ICT solutions, including architectural approaches supporting organizational and business transformation.
- Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks, developing security inputs to program plans, and ensuring compliance with established security requirements.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification awarded by ISACA, or an equivalent NATO-recognized qualification, including national military equivalents.
- Demonstrated knowledge of information technology security solutions, change management, and security considerations associated with Digital Transformation initiatives.
- Experience coordinating security activities across multidisciplinary teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and supporting program or project delivery throughout the lifecycle.
- Active NATO or NATO National Secret clearance.
- Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.
- Demonstrated program or project management experience; Managing Successful Programs (MSP) or PRINCE2 certification.
- Previous experience working within NATO at the strategic level.
- Experience supporting NATO Communications and Information Systems (CIS) programs, projects, or capabilities.
- Broad knowledge of CIS capabilities, emerging technologies, and innovation initiatives.
- Experience working with military or public-sector organizations at the strategic level.
- Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
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- Active security clearance at Secret or Top Secret level required for most Virginia roles
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a closely related field
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent professional security certification required or strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience designing zero-trust and cloud security architectures at enterprise scale
- Working knowledge of NIST RMF, FedRAMP, CMMC, or related federal compliance frameworks
- Experience leading security architecture reviews and communicating risk to senior stakeholders
Security Architect Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security architect in Virginia?
Most security architects in Virginia start with a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems, then build several years of hands-on security engineering or analyst experience before moving into architecture roles. Virginia has no state-issued license for this role, but the federal contracting market here places significant weight on security clearances and certifications such as CISSP or CISM. Candidates who target DoD or civilian agency contractors should pursue clearance eligibility early and gain familiarity with NIST RMF and FedRAMP.
How much do security architects make in Virginia?
Security architects in Virginia earn a median of about $134,900 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,410 for the lowest 10% to over $205,750 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security architects in Virginia?
Employers hiring security architects in Virginia right now include Amazon Web Services, Booz Allen Hamilton, and FINRA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of defense contractors and federal IT integrators means many of the largest and most consistent openings come from firms supporting government agency missions in the Northern Virginia corridor.
Which Virginia cities have the most security architect jobs?
Herndon, Arlington, and McLean lead Virginia for security architect openings. Northern Virginia dominates because of the dense cluster of federal agencies, intelligence community offices, and defense contractors headquartered or operating there, while Richmond and Hampton Roads draw consistent demand from financial institutions, state government IT offices, and military installation support contractors.
Are there remote security architect jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than many technical roles, though a significant share of Virginia positions require on-site presence due to clearance and facility access requirements. About 100% of security architect openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a split between cleared government work that demands physical presence and commercial or cloud-focused roles that operate fully remote. Architecture and advisory work tied to commercial clients tends to be the most remote-accessible subset.
How can I get hired as a security architect in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior security analyst or SOC analyst role at a Virginia defense contractor or federal IT integrator, where you build hands-on exposure to the frameworks Virginia employers care about most, such as NIST RMF and CMMC. Firms like Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos run associate and early-career programs that hire candidates with relevant degrees and entry-level certifications such as Security+ or CompTIA CySA+. From an analyst position, consistent work on architecture review boards or system authorization packages accelerates the move into a formal architect title.
Where can I find and apply to security architect jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to security architect jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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