Posted at: 3 November

Sr. Security Architect

Company

Element Solutions

Element Solutions Inc is a US-based specialty chemicals company specializing in manufacturing chemical products for electronics and industrial applications, operating primarily in a B2B model with a global presence.

Remote Hiring Policy:

Element Solutions Inc is a remote-first company, primarily hiring candidates who reside in the Continental US, with team members collaborating across various time zones.

Job Type

Full-time

Allowed Applicant Locations

United States

Salary

$150,000 to $205,000 per year

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Job Description

Who is Element?

We serve as a partner at the intersection of innovation and our clients' needs, efficiently crafting meaningful user experiences for government and commercial customers. By breaking complex problems down into their fundamental elements, we create modern digital solutions that drive efficiency, maximize taxpayer dollars, and deliver essential outcomes that serve the people. 

Why Work at Element?

Make an impact that resonates-join our vibrant team and discover how you can improve lives through digital transformation.  Our talented professionals bring unparalleled energy engagement, setting a higher standard for impactful work. Be a part of our team and shape a better future. 

Position Summary

Element is looking for a driven, permanent/full-time Sr. Security Architect to join our growing company. The selected candidate will lead the design, implementation, and governance of secure enterprise and AI-driven architectures in compliance with federal, state, and agency-level security standards. This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud security, zero-trust frameworks, AI/ML governance, and public-sector compliance. The architect will collaborate with state IT leadership, cybersecurity teams, and data science units to ensure the security, integrity, and privacy of AI systems and data.

Key Responsibilities

    • Architect and design secure solutions for AI, data analytics, and cloud-based platforms aligned with state and federal security frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, CJIS, HIPAA).Develop security architecture blueprints for AI models, data pipelines, and APIs ensuring data protection, access control, and risk mitigation.
    • Evaluate AI security risks, including model poisoning, data leakage, and adversarial attacks; design countermeasures and detection mechanisms.
    • Lead threat modeling and risk assessments for AI and cloud environments.
    • Collaborate with enterprise architects to align security architecture with business, data, and technology strategies.
    • Develop and enforce security standards and policies related to AI/ML, data privacy, and responsible AI use.
    • Advise on security controls for generative AI tools, model training environments, and integration with public cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
    • Provide expert guidance during system design reviews, security assessments, and compliance audits.
    • Support incident response planning and security monitoring for AI-enabled systems.
    • Implement Zero Trust Architecture principles and continuous verification controls across AI, data, and API layers to ensure compliance with StateRAMP and NIST SP 800-53 security control families.
    • Oversee integration of encryption in transit and at rest, MFA enforcement, and RBAC policies for Controlled and Restricted datasets in alignment with Commonwealth security mandates.
    • Design sandbox and testing environments that mirror production controls, allowing security and governance validation prior to public launch while supporting MassTech’s phased rollout model.
    • Embed FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) and metadata governance into all security workflows to ensure traceability, accountability, and cross-agency data interoperability.
    • Conduct security compliance assessments and coordinate with MassTech governance boards to ensure ethical AI and data protection standards are maintained throughout development and deployment.
    • Define measurable metrics (e.g., 100 % encryption coverage, ≥ 95 % compliance with audit checkpoints, zero unremediated critical findings) to track the security posture and readiness of the DCC platform.

Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
    • 8+ years of experience in information security architecture within enterprise or government environment with 5+ years in cloud security design (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Proven experience with AI/ML systems, data protection, and responsible AI practices.
    • Strong understanding of NIST, ISO 27001, Zero Trust, and FedRAMP frameworks.
    • Expertise in identity and access management (IAM), encryption, network security, and data governance.
    • Understanding of privacy laws and compliance (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
    • Experience developing secure architectures and patterns for APIs, containers, and DevSecOps pipelines.
    • Demonstrated experience implementing Zero Trust frameworks and mapping security controls to StateRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, and Massachusetts privacy regulations.
    • Proven ability to architect and validate sandbox environments supporting compliance testing, synthetic data governance, and FAIR-aligned data management.
    • Working knowledge of accessibility and multilingual requirements (WCAG 2.1, Section 508) for security and compliance documentation.
    • Familiarity with AI/ML security frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATLAS, NIST AI RMF).
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
    • US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
    • Must reside in the Continental US.
    • Depending on the government agency, specific requirements may include public trust background check or security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience supporting state or federal government contracts.
    • Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS/Azure Security Architect, or GIAC.
    • Familiarity with MLOps, data governance, and secure model deployment.
    • Experience integrating FAIR data governance, AI ethics frameworks, and Zero Trust controls in secure government or research environments.
    • Prior involvement in developing compliance dashboards or audit automation solutions aligned to StateRAMP and NIST RMF frameworks.
$150,000 - $205,000 a year
The likely salary range for this position is $150,000-$205,000.  This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Location

Be in your Element. We are a remote-first company based in Washington, DC

Element is an equal opportunity employer  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected class. 

We believe in a world where solutions we build improve the lives of those who use them.
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