BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
Current cybersecurity certification per DoDM 8140.03
Experience in systems engineering for complex IT environments
Proven cloud infrastructure design and migration experience
Knowledge of RMF, NIST standards, and Zero Trust architecture
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) in version-controlled environments
Responsibilities
Design and integrate enterprise system architectures for AFRL digital platforms
Assess legacy systems and create modernization plans to enhance performance and security
Architect cloud hosting and migration solutions, defining infrastructure needs
Integrate system security engineering and RMF requirements into architecture design
Design secure cross-domain data-sharing solutions with appropriate access controls
Develop and maintain version-controlled IaC definitions for consistent deployments
Create system architecture diagrams and support integration testing for compliance
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AFRL digital platforms
Engagement in modernization of legacy systems
Collaboration with cybersecurity stakeholders
Focus on secure and scalable infrastructure solutions
Involvement in cloud architecture and migration projects
Access to professional development and certification opportunities
Full Job Description
Systems Architect IV
Wright-Patterson AFB
*This position is contingent upon contract award and the actual job description may vary based on specific contract requirements and organizational needs.*
Responsibilities:
Design and integrate enterprise system architectures supporting AFRL digital platforms, translating mission requirements into secure, scalable infrastructure, application, and data solutions.
Assess legacy systems and develop modernization plans that improve performance, security, and efficiency while minimizing disruption to mission operations.
Architect cloud hosting and migration solutions, selecting appropriate services and defining infrastructure configurations, capacity, availability, and recovery requirements.
Integrate system security engineering and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements into architecture design, coordinating with cybersecurity stakeholders to support security control implementation and system authorization.
Design secure cross-domain data-sharing solutions, including interfaces, access controls, and security mechanisms that protect information exchanged between different security domains.
Develop and maintain version-controlled Infrastructure as Code (IaC) definitions and supporting documentation to enable repeatable deployments, configuration consistency, and reliable environments.
Develop and maintain system architecture diagrams, interface documentation, and technical guides; support integration testing and validation to confirm solutions meet functional, performance, and security requirements.
Requirements:
BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field
Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
Hold and maintain a current cybersecurity certification recognized under DoDM 8140.03 that aligns with the position's assigned DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work role and required proficiency level.
Demonstrated experience applying systems engineering principles to requirements analysis, architecture design, system integration, and modernization of complex enterprise IT environments.
Experience designing cloud infrastructure and planning application or data migrations, including service selection, capacity planning, performance optimization, and availability.
Knowledge of system security engineering, RMF, NIST SP 800-160, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, and applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), with an understanding of Zero Trust architecture assessment.
Experience developing and maintaining IaC in centralized version-control repositories using defined branching strategies, access controls, backups, and configuration documentation.
Ability to define system interfaces and secure cross-domain data flows, develop clear architecture documentation, and collaborate with technical stakeholders to validate integrated solutions.
