Software Engineer - Zero Trust Architecture 2
Sphinx Solutions
Herndon, VA · Posted October 27, 2026
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About the job
We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to assist with the maturing of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) efforts. Work will primarily involve the development, deployment, and maintenance of CMDB integr