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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior information security architect in the United States is $139,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,500.00 and $166,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Information Security Architect works closely with IT, software development, compliance, and business units to integrate security best practices into all technology initiatives. This collaboration often involves conducting risk assessments, advising on secure system design, and reviewing new projects for potential vulnerabilities. By acting as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, the architect ensures security requirements are understood and met throughout the project lifecycle. Regular meetings and cross-functional workshops are common to align security strategies with organizational goals.

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Senior Information Security Architect

HMG America

Reston, VA • On-site

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HMG America LLC is the best Business Solutions focused Information Technology Company with IT consulting and services, software and web development, staff augmentation and other professional services. One of our direct clients is looking for Senior Information Security Architect in Reston, VA. Below is the detailed job description.

Role: Senior Information Security Architect

Location;- Reston, VA (Relocation is fine)

Job Description
Hiring for a Senior Information Security Architect position primarily focusing on AWS. This position requires deep expertise in Information Security principles including Business Security Architecture, Threat Modelling, Data Security (data encryption, masking, tokenization, data access controls), AWS Cloud and Systems architecture. This individual must be able to architect and ensure the security and compliance of the cloud environments based on enterprise cloud security policies, standards, procedures and industry best practices and frameworks (NIST, OWASP)
Self-starter and Senior Architect who can lead the AWS Security architecture program in multiple projects simultaneously by collaborating with numerous stakeholders (Product owners, Enterprise Architect)

Must Have
1 Public Cloud: AWS Experience
Deep Expertise and proven Track record in AWS Architecture and AWS Services (Compute, IAM, RDS, Resource Policies, Network, Messaging, Data Storage, CI/CD, AI/ML, ETL, Serverless, ECS/EKS). Experience with AWS security pillars, best practices and well-designed architecture. Experience in AI/ML is preferable.
2 Information Security Architecture
Key experience: Application security, Threat Modelling, API Security, DevSecOps, Pipeline security, Infrastructure security, AuthN/Z, Encryption, Key Management, Data discovery and encryption, SIEM, CSPM, CWPP, Access Controls, Container Security
Industry security standards and frameworks (OWASP, NIST CIS, FED Ramp, ISO, SOX etc.).
Experience designing Architectures based on Security Standards and threat model the designs to identify issues and design mitigating controls.
3. Systems Architecture
Key experience: System Design, API Driven architecture, Open Standards, stateless, Resiliency, High Availability, System and SaaS Integrations.
Nice to Have
1. AWS advanced Certification (Professional, Specialty), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or equivalent

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