OverviewThe Systems Architect will provide technical leadership across complex engineering and modernization efforts involving enterprise architecture, cloud transformation, cybersecurity integration, systems engineering, and advanced mission technologies. This role supports the development of scalable, secure, and resilient solutions aligned with national security priorities and operational mission requirements.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with government stakeholders, engineers, developers, analysts, and operational teams to architect and implement next-generation technical capabilities supporting defense and intelligence missions.
This is a full-time position supporting onsite, hybrid, or customer-location environments based on program requirements.
Responsibilities- Lead the design and development of enterprise and mission systems architectures supporting defense and intelligence operations
- Develop architecture frameworks, technical roadmaps, interface designs, and systems integration strategies
- Support full systems lifecycle engineering activities including requirements analysis, system design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment
- Architect solutions involving cloud platforms, enterprise IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, networking, software systems, and mission applications
- Conduct technical trade studies, risk analyses, performance evaluations, and technology assessments to support mission objectives
- Collaborate with government stakeholders and cross-functional technical teams to translate operational requirements into scalable technical solutions
- Support digital engineering, Agile development, DevSecOps, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) initiatives
- Ensure interoperability, security, and compliance across enterprise and mission environments
- Support cloud migration, infrastructure modernization, Zero Trust implementation, and secure systems engineering efforts
- Develop architecture documentation, technical reports, executive briefings, and implementation plans
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and mission support teams
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve operational effectiveness and mission resilience
- Support proposal development, technical solutioning, capture activities, and business development initiatives as required
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related technical discipline
- 10+ years of experience supporting systems architecture, enterprise engineering, or systems integration efforts within DoD, IC, or Federal environments
- Strong knowledge of systems engineering methodologies, enterprise architecture principles, and distributed systems design
- Experience supporting cloud technologies, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity integration, and enterprise IT systems
- Familiarity with systems lifecycle processes including requirements management, verification, validation, and operational sustainment
- Experience developing technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and engineering analyses
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and digital engineering concepts
- Strong analytical, organiza
- Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
- Experience supporting Air Force, Space Force, Intelligence Community, cyber, ISR, or defense modernization initiatives
- Expertise with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
- Knowledge of Zero Trust architectures, RMF, NIST cybersecurity standards, and secure systems engineering practices
- Experience with AI/ML-enabled systems, data analytics platforms, or digital transformation initiatives
- Relevant certifications such as:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- CISSP
- TOGAF
- Security+
- SAFe Agilist
- INCOSE CSEP/ESEP
- Experience supporting proposal efforts, technical capture management, or business development initiatives
- tional, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced mission environments
- Active Secret clearance required; Top Secret/SCI preferred
