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Brillient

Cloud Systems Architect

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

Brillient is seeking an experienced Systems Architect Subject Matter Expert to join our team supporting a federal contract in Silver Spring, MD. This position requires U.S. Citizenship or a Green ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Systems Architect

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$67 - $72/hr

Pega Developer / Configurator (Contract) We are not accepting C2C or 1099 arrangements. Location ... Pega certifications (e.g., Certified System Architect (CSA) or Senior System Architect (CSSA)

Prolim Global

Systems Architect 3

Roy, UT · On-site

$130/hr

Contract About the Opportunity Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Computer Systems Architect 3 to join its Classified Solutions Team supporting the Sentinel Program. This is a ...

RBW

LUNUL Systems Architect

New York, NY · On-site

$265K/yr

What you'll own System Architecture & Interface Contracts * Define and enforce the interfaces across every boundary in the stack: MCU firmware ↔ analog/power stages, device ↔ hub communication ...

Peraton

Systems Architect, Advisor

Windsor Mill, MD · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

The Lead System Architect will support missioncritical programs within a fastpaced, highly ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Peraton

Systems Architect, Advisor

Windsor Mill, MD · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

The Lead System Architect will support mission-critical programs within a fast-paced, highly ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Peraton

Systems Architect, Advisor

Windsor Mill, MD

$135K - $216K/yr

The Lead System Architect will support missioncritical programs within a fastpaced, highly ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Valiant Solutions, LLC

Senior Systems Architect

The Senior Systems Architect owns the operational, technical, and informational architecture for ... Citizenship is required due to federal contract obligations, and applicants must be able to ...

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As of Jul 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract systems architect in the United States is $224,334.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $243,000.00 and $243,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Systems Architect vs Contract Network Engineer?

AspectContract Systems ArchitectContract Network Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; certifications like TOGAF, CISSP are commonRequires a Bachelor's in Computer Networking or related; certifications such as Cisco CCNA, CCNP are often needed
Work EnvironmentDesigns and oversees overall system architecture in enterprise or cloud environmentsFocuses on configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure
Industry UsageUsed across IT consulting, enterprise IT, cloud providersCommon in telecommunications, data centers, enterprise networks

While both roles involve technical expertise, Contract Systems Architects focus on designing comprehensive IT systems, whereas Contract Network Engineers specialize in network infrastructure. The roles often overlap in skills but differ in scope and focus.

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Systems Architect, Apprentice

Systems Architect, Apprentice

Apogee Engineering, LLC

Dayton, OH • Hybrid

$229K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Apogee is looking for a talented Systems Architect, Apprentice to support the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC). This high-impact position will provide Information Technology (IT) systems architecture support enabling the application and advancement of critical intelligence disciplines such as Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT), Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT), and Foreign Materiel Exploitation (FME). NASIC’s mission is to discover and characterize air, space, missile, and cyber threats to enable full-spectrum multi-domain operations, drive weapon system acquisition, and inform national defense policy. NASIC's enduring ability to delivery authoritative, engineering-level scientific and technical intelligence is pivotal in our Nation's defense -- from border security to Great Power Competition. 

This is a full-time opportunity at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (AFB), OH.

***Contingent Upon Contract Award***


  • Develops highly complex information systems, IT, and software
  • Supports advanced prototyping, unique system development, standard and agile software/ application development, cloud-based engineering, database design, software quality assurance, network security, and infrastructure operations
  • Defines information processing architectures for future programs
  • Defines and manages IT and software integration plans
  • Perform systems architecture definition to enable well managed, coherent, low-risk, secure, and comprehensive technical solutions and associated program execution.
  • Develop and implement value-added workflows against complex and large datasets across the Center, DoD, Intelligence Community (IC), Allies, and others that accelerate accomplishment of analytical priorities.
  • Develops and presents briefings to executives and senior level customer personnel

Minimum Experience:

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen 
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret (TS) with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) adjudication

Education: Bachelor's degree
Years of Experience: 5 years of experience providing IT systems architecture, software development, and/or cybersecurity  support for federal Government organizations with DoD and/or IC organizations.


Additional Experience:

  • Very strong analysis and problem solving skills
  • Proficiency in programming languages, such as Java, Python, and C+
  • Knowledge of cloud computing and emerging technologies, and familiarity with Linux, AWS, Azure, and SQL Server
  • Effective, efficient oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated, detail oriented, responsible team player able to work independently with minimal daily direction
  • Ability to work and interact with technically and organizationally diverse personnel

Additional Information
Location:  Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (AFB), OH
On-site/Hybrid/Remote: Onsite
Travel: Occasional


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