Title: Security Architect

State Role Title: Information Technology Specialist IV

Hiring Range: up to $128,500

Pay Band: 7

Agency: VA Information Tech Agency

Location: VA Information Technologies

Agency Website: www.vita.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) is excited to offer a competitive opportunity to serve as a Security Architect.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the organization maintains robust security architecture standards and compliance across all operations.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for educating agencies and suppliers on updates to security standards, documenting core policies and guidelines, and providing expert guidance on regulatory impacts. Additionally, the role involves overseeing the security standard exception process, evaluating new products and services for security implications, and collaborating closely with service lifecycle management teams to ensure adherence to security standards.

Join us in ensuring our organization operates securely and efficiently, protecting our valuable assets and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.

At VITA, we are driven by our mission to deliver sustainable and effective results through innovative, efficient, and secure services. Our vision is to be Virginia's most customer-focused technology partner, dedicated to empowering the Commonwealth by connecting, protecting, and innovating.

Be a part of our transformative journey. Apply now and contribute to shaping the future of technology in Virginia!

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive experience in security architecture, compliance, or a related field.

Strong understanding of federal, state, and industry regulations impacting security practices.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate and collaborate effectively.

Proven ability to analyze processes, propose improvements, and implement solutions.

Proficiency in security tools, Agile methodologies, and collaborative platforms

Additional Considerations

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or similar are preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position is eligible for one (1) day of telework.

Applicants must consent to a fingerprint background check.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

State applications and/or resumes will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the state applicant tracking system. We will not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in any other format. Please refer to “Your Application” in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and/or resume.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.

VITA is a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we encourage you to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: VITA Human Resources

Email: VITAhr@vita.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.