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| Company Name: |
General Dynamics IT |
| Location: |
Honolulu, HI |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
03/01/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
07/06/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Engineering, Information Technology |
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Zero Trust Architect SME
Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Zero Trust Architect Subject Matter Expert (SME) at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government. We are seeking a Zero Trust Architect SME to drive Zero Trust strategy, architecture, and implementation for a mission-critical defense program in Oahu, Hawaii. This individual will serve as the senior technical authority responsible for designing, integrating, and operationalizing Zero Trust principles across enterprise IT systems, cloud environments, tactical networks, and classified infrastructures. The ideal candidate brings deep cybersecurity architecture expertise, strong knowledge of DoW Zero Trust guidance, and experience implementing identity-centric and data-centric security controls in complex environments. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement Zero Trust architectures aligned with DoW Zero Trust Strategy and Reference Architecture.Develop phased implementation roadmaps for Zero Trust maturity progression.Architect identity, device, network, application, and data protections across multi-domain environments.Ensure alignment with enterprise cybersecurity, cloud, and network modernization initiatives. Identity & Access Management (IAM)Architect and integrate identity-driven security controls including:Multi-factor authentication (MFA)Privileged Access Management (PAM)Identity governance and lifecycle managementConditional access policiesLead implementation of least privilege and continuous verification principles. Network & Micro-SegmentationDesign micro-segmentation and software-defined perimeter solutions.Integrate Zero Trust principles into enterprise routing, switching, SD-WAN, and remote access solutions.Support secure access for hybrid and tactical environments. Data Protection & Endpoint SecurityArchitect data-centric security controls including:Data classification and labelingData Loss Prevention (DLP)Encryption in transit and at restIntegrate endpoint detection and response (EDR/XDR) into Zero Trust framework.Ensure device compliance enforcement prior to resource access. Cloud & Hybrid IntegrationApply Zero Trust principles to hybrid cloud environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).Secure containerized and virtualized workloads.Integrate Zero Trust controls into DevSecOps pipelines. Governance, Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with:DoW Zero Trust guidanceRisk Management Framework (RMF)DISA STIG requirementsSupport ATO activities and cybersecurity inspections.Develop policy documentation and implementation standards. Required QualificationsActive Top Secret clearance (SCI eligibility strongly preferred).Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Masters preferred).15+ years of progressive cybersecurity experience.Demonstrated experience implementing Zero Trust principles in DoW or federal environments.Deep expertise in:Identity and Access Management (IAM)Micro-segmentation technologiesEndpoint security (EDR/XDR)Secure network architectureCloud security architectureStrong understanding of:DoW Zero Trust Strategy and Target Level frameworkRMF and ATO processesCross-domain solutionsClassified network environments (e.g., SIPR/JWICS) Certifications (Preferred / Desired)CISSPCISM or CRISCCertified Zero Trust Professional (CZTP) or equivalentCCSP (Cloud Security)CASP+ Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting Pacific or INDOPACOM-based missions.Experience transitioning legacy perimeter-based architectures to Zero Trust models.Experience integrating Zero Trust into operational/tactical environments.Familiarity with automation and policy-as-code security enforcement. GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunitiesSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goalsRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time offCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters. #DefendTheIndoPacific
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| Company Name: |
General Dynamics IT |
| Website: | https://www.gdit.com/careers/job/ccd4f4009/zero-trust-architect-sme/?source=AutoAppend_HBCU |
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