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The TekSynap is seeking a Junior Enterprise Architect . The Senior Systems Analyst serves as Key Personnel under the NSWCDD Corporate IT Services contract. This position provides advanced systems analysis, business process modeling, and architecture support for Navy enterprise IT systems. The Senior Systems Analyst ensures that system designs, integrations, and upgrades align with Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy enterprise architecture standards, and contributes to the effective management and modernization of mission-critical IT systems. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in system analysis, business process reengineering, and systems implementation in DoD or Navy environments. 

• Experience with DoDAF, system architecture tools (e.g., IBM System Architect), and requirements management systems. 

• Deep understanding of DoD systems engineering lifecycle, system testing, and database management principles. 

Certifications

• Must meet DoD IAT Level III certification requirements. 

Clearance

• Clearance Level: Secret Clearance (T5 investigation) 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Perform detailed analysis, design, and implementation of business and technical requirements for Navy IT systems. 
• Develop and maintain system documentation, requirements traceability matrices, and design specifications. 
• Support system integration and testing activities to validate business process and functional requirements. 
• Utilize DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) tools (e.g., IBM System Architect) to model and maintain enterprise architectures. 
• Collaborate with engineers, system administrators, and cybersecurity personnel to ensure system designs are compliant with RMF and Navy directives. 
• Analyze, plan, and develop technical and operational improvements across IT domains. 
• Conduct performance assessments and recommend configuration optimizations to enhance system efficiency. 
• Participate in technical meetings, architecture reviews, and risk assessments. 
• Support documentation and presentation of system requirements, design findings, and solutions to leadership and customers. 

COMPETENCIES   

• Systems Analysis & Requirements Definition 
• Enterprise Architecture (DoDAF) Modeling 
• System Testing & Validation 
• Risk and Configuration Management 
• Documentation and Reporting 
• Navy/DoD IT Systems Lifecycle Management 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Location: Onsite at NSWCDD Dahlgren, VA (limited hybrid flexibility may be considered) 
• Type of environment: Office and technical lab environments   
• Noise level: Medium  
• Work schedule: Onsite with standard NSWCDD core hours (0800-1700), Monday through Friday. 
• Amount of Travel: Approximately 10-15% for coordination and review activities at other Navy sites (Dan Neck, Norfolk, Quantico, San Diego). 

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret Clearance (T5 investigation) 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com. 

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. 

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.