Job Description

The Enterprise Architect is responsible for infusing innovation into government-approved program solutions, services, and operations. This role supports infrastructure engineering design, enterprise architecture standards, governance, and infrastructure architecture across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The Architect leads efforts in experimentation, prototyping, concept development, planning, systems design, integration, testing, automation, and service support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise architecture standards and governance frameworks
• Lead infrastructure architecture design for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
• Drive innovation in government-approved program solutions
• Conduct infrastructure assessments and optimization analysis
• Lead systems integration, testing, and automation initiatives
• Develop strategic IT plans and roadmaps
• Ensure infrastructure aligns with organizational objectives
• Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance to IT teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• 10+ years of recognized expertise in enterprise or infrastructure architecture
• Expert understanding of enterprise architecture principles, standards, and governance
• Significant experience with infrastructure architecture and systems design
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and stakeholders
• Expert-level knowledge of federal IT requirements and standards
• Experience with large-scale IT transformation initiatives
• Candidates must possess a current secret security clearance or higher
• Candidates must have a Security+ or similar certification to meet DoD 8140 compliance

Job Specific Skills

• Enterprise Architecture Design & Strategy
• Infrastructure Architecture (On-Premises, Cloud, Hybrid)
• Systems Integration & Governance
• IT Portfolio & Strategic Planning
• Federal Compliance & Standards (NIST, FedRAMP)

Preferred Skills

• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) certification
• AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification
• Federal enterprise architecture framework (FEAF) expertise
• Digital transformation and innovation leadership

Qualifications

Compensation Ranges

Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

EEO Requirements

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Physical Requirements

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Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.