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Job Summary:
SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated Solutions Architect to support an enterprise IT environment. This position focuses on designing, developing, implementing, and optimizing innovative solutions to address complex business and mission challenges.
Responsibilities:
• Solution Design and Architecture Design and develop enterprise solutions by defining architecture, system integration strategies, workflows, and technical roadmaps
• Technical Leadership Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in IT solution architecture, guiding technical teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and technical standards
• System Integration Develop strategies to integrate existing on-premises systems with cloud platforms, third-party tools, and mission-critical applications
• Containerization and Virtualization Strategy Architect solutions leveraging Kubernetes and other virtualization technologies to meet enterprise scalability and security requirements
• Process Optimization Analyze existing systems for improvements, recommend innovative solutions, and implement scalable designs across infrastructure and applications
• Security Compliance Ensure solutions comply with organizational security policies, including compliance with RMF (Risk Management Framework) and federal IT security frameworks
• Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather requirements, develop tailored solutions, and ensure the delivery of high-impact results
• Documentation and Standards Develop and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, including system flows, integration designs, and technical guidelines
• Automation and DevOps Incorporate DevOps practices into solution design, automating deployment pipelines and optimizing operational processes for efficiency
• Quality Assurance Conduct performance testing, vulnerability analysis, and system validation to ensure delivered solutions meet performance, cost, and scalability goals
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Candidates must satisfy Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (CWF) ID 651 (Enterprise Architect – Intermediate Level) or ID 621 (Software/Cloud Architect – Intermediate Level) requirements, as outlined by Navy COOL
• 5-9 years of professional experience managing and supporting enterprise-level IT environments
• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture principles, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), and virtualization technologies
• Experience in designing and implementing REST APIs, microservices architecture, and modern integration patterns
• Knowledge of DevOps tools and methodologies, such as CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Ansible
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including firewalls, VPN, load balancers, and network security
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks like RMF, NIST, and ISO 27001, with experience tailoring solutions to meet federal security mandates
• Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly
• All work must be conducted on-site in Springfield, VA
Preferred:
• This requirement can be met by possessing one or more of the following qualifying certifications: Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+), Federal IT Security Professional-Designer-NG (FITSP-D), GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA), GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• OR This requirement can be met through A Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or a related field
Company:
SAIC specializes in IT, enterprise IT, engineering, and professional services. Founded in 1969, the company is headquartered in Reston, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.