TS/SCI Poly - Systems Architect

-We are seeking a Lead Enterprise IT Systems Architect to serve as the sole architectural authority for a major Federal program. This role owns the enterprise technical vision and is responsible for designing, integrating, modernizing, and governing all systems across the program. The architect will define architectural standards, ensure mission alignment, and drive secure, automated, and scalable solutions across all technology domains.
Responsibilities:
-Serve as the single enterprise architect for the entire program, establishing and governing architecture standards and technical direction.
-Develop and maintain enterprise architectures aligned with mission and operational requirements.
-Architect and optimize solutions across key technologies, including:
-VDI: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Azure Virtual Desktop
-Identity & Messaging: Active Directory, Azure AD, Exchange
-Storage: NetApp ONTAP
-Unified Communications: VoIP and collaboration platforms
-Operating Systems: Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
-Lead automation and orchestration initiatives using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and Git-based workflows.
-Design secure, scalable architectures across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and classified environments.
-Ensure compliance with RMF, NIST 800-series controls, STIGs, Zero Trust architecture principles, cybersecurity requirements.
-Conduct technical assessments, develop modernization strategies, and produce enterprise roadmaps and transition plans.
-Create and maintain authoritative architecture deliverables, including diagrams, data flows, interface specifications, and reference designs.
-Collaborate with government leadership, cybersecurity teams, engineering teams, and operations personnel to guide and validate architecture decisions.
-Provide senior-level oversight for major engineering initiatives and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and mission priorities.

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-Active TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph (required).
-Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.
-10+ years of experience in systems engineering or enterprise architecture within DoW or federal environments.
-Demonstrated experience designing and integrating large-scale, multi-technology enterprise environments using:
-Citrix and Azure VDI platforms
-Active Directory, Azure AD, Exchange
-NetApp storage solutions
-Unified Communications platforms
-Windows Server and RHEL
-Strong experience with automation and orchestration, including IaC, CI/CD pipelines, and enterprise configuration management.
-Broad technical expertise across networking, cloud architectures (IL2–IL6), virtualization, identity services, data flows, and cybersecurity.
-Deep understanding of RMF, NIST controls, STIGs, DoWAF, and Zero Trust principles.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to brief senior DoW stakeholders.

-Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, AWS/Azure Architect, Citrix Architect, NetApp NCIE/NCIP, RHEL, TOGAF, or IaC-related certifications.
-Experience supporting classified environments (e.g., SIPR, JWICS) or major defense acquisition programs.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.