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Security Architect | Work Role ID: 652 (NIST: DD-WRL-001)

32 Courses
1 Lab
39 Hours
Skill IQ

A **security architect** designs enterprise and systems security throughout the development lifecycle; translates technology and environmental conditions (e.g., law and regulation) into security designs and processes.

This path will get you started on your journey to becoming a security architect! Begin with the fundamental concepts of network protocols and security engineering through hands-on labs, dive into the essential skills necessary to perform the day-to-day functions of data management and then expand your skill set with, automation, deeper/advanced concepts and additional knowledge from adjacent roles!

This path aligns to the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Tasks (KSAs) within the **Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (CSWF)** and the **DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF)** for the work role of:

**Security Architect** Work Role 652 or DD-WRL-001

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Fundamentals

Begin your learning journey with the fundamental concepts of network protocols and data management through hands-on labs and courses!

Skill Essentials

Now that you know the fundamentals, dive into the essential skills necessary to perform the day-to-day functions of a security architect including security engineering and endpoint security.

Expanded Skillset

It's time to expand your skill set with tools, and more advanced concepts! This section gives you a brief introduction into many, additional skills that you will find helpful as a security architect. We have full training paths on all of these skills; see the Supplemental Skill Paths section to learn more.

Adjacent Skill Knowledge

Now that you've mastered all the skills for a security architect, learn about additional cyber roles and their responsibilities.

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