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FULL TIME Professional VS VA CHESAPEAKE, Chesapeake, VA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1608

Salary Range: $135,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually

***POSITION IS HYBRID IN CHESAPEAKE, VA***

The Systems Architect provides technical leadership for the design, development, integration, and evolution of complex systems and systems-of-systems. Working within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe®) environment, the Systems Architect establishes and maintains the architectural vision, supports Agile Release Trains (ARTs), and ensures alignment between mission objectives, stakeholder requirements, and technical implementation. This role applies Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies using SysML and DoDAF architectural frameworks to define system architectures, analyze requirements, manage technical risk, and support digital engineering initiatives throughout

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), staying focused on the assigned tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned.

• Define and maintain system architecture, technical baselines, and architecture roadmaps for complex programs and mission systems.
• Develop and communicate architectural vision across Agile Release Trains (ARTs), Product Management, engineering teams, and stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain architecture runway to support future capabilities and technology insertion.
• Develop and maintain system models using MBSE methodologies and industry-standard modeling tools.
• Create and manage SysML models including requirements, behavior, structure, interfaces, and parametric diagrams.
• Ensure model traceability between stakeholder needs, system requirements, architecture artifacts, and implementation.
• Develop and maintain DoDAF-compliant architecture products and viewpoints.
• Develop and maintain requirements traceability from mission objectives through implementation and verification.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with architecture decisions and system implementation.
• Ensure architectural compliance with DoD, Navy, and federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF), Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), and secure-by-design initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Must have an active DOD Secret Clearance
• Must have Level 1 or higher IAT Certification (A+ CE, Security+, CCNA-Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP)
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient computer skills and ability to use word processing tools
• If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

• 10+ years of systems engineering, systems architecture, or technical leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience with DoD C41SR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems preferred but will consider other relevant industry experience supporting complex solutions as approved by the COR
• Demonstrated Experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.
• Demonstrated Proficiency with SysML modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated Experience developing DoDAF architecture products and viewpoints.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle processes, requirements management, and systems integration.
• Demonstrated Experience supporting RMF, Zero Trust, DevSecOps, and cloud-based architectures.
• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• SAFe® System Architect certification or other SAFe certifications.
• INCOSE ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP certification.
• Experience supporting U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, or federal government programs.
• Knowledge of Digital Engineering Strategy implementation.

Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.

VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.