Cybersecurity Solutions Architect (Federal Sales)
Istaridigital.ai
Posted: March 18, 2026
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Quick Summary
Cybersecurity Solutions Architect serves as the technical face of Istari to federal customers, overseeing the question: Does this platform meet security requirements – and how?
Required Skills
Job Description
Security Clearance: Active TS required with SCI eligibility (Poly preferred)
Role Overview
Istari Digital delivers a model-based digital engineering platform used by defense and aerospace organizations to design and operate mission-critical systems. Our platform is deployed into classified and high-security environments, where cybersecurity is foundational—not optional.
We are hiring a Cybersecurity Solutions Architect to serve as the technical face of Istari to federal customers. You will own the question: “Does this platform meet our security requirements – and how?”
What You’ll Do:
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Lead security discussions in pre-sales engagements
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Translate customer requirements into:
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Clear architectural explanations
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Concrete engineering requirements
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Support:
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RFP/RFI responses
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Security questionnaires
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Accreditation alignment (RMF readiness)
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Identify and communicate:
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Security gaps early (before they become deal blockers)
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Build:
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Secure reference architectures for classified deployments
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Partner with engineering to:
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Shape roadmap based on federal security needs
Required Qualifications:
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Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
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Deep understanding of:
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NIST 800-53 / 800-171
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RMF / ATO processes
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3+ years of experience working with:
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DoW, IC, or SAP programs
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AWS, Azure, or Google Public Sector(especially GovCloud / compliance / security)
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Prior work in:
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Intelligence Community or SAP environments
Candidates with only commercial-sector experience or without exposure to federal security processes are not an ideal fit for this role.
What Makes You a Strong Fit:
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You can confidently say: “Yes, we meet your requirements – and here’s exactly how.”
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You understand both Technical architecture and Government accreditation realities