_{24th April, 2026}

Role: IT Solutions Architect
Location: Washington, DC Area / Silver Spring, MD (Hybrid).
 
Job Description:
Seeking an innovative IT Solutions Architect to develop and implement enterprise systems architecture that meets business and mission-critical operational needs.
 
This senior technical role is responsible for designing, integrating, and guiding end-to-end technology solutions, including artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, cybersecurity requirements, and long-term strategic goals.
 
The IT Solutions Architect serves as a technical advisor to client leadership, reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, and collaborates across program offices, engineering teams, and stakeholders to drive operational readiness and mission success.
 
Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end technical architectures, including cloud, on-premises, and shipboard, aircraft, uncrewed systems, and shore-based environments.
• Translate operational and business requirements into secure, scalable, and cost-effective IT solutions, integrating
• AI-based analytics, automation, and decision-support systems where appropriate.
• Provide As-Is/To-Be analysis, Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), and strategic consulting — communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Identify AI use cases that enhance operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, mission planning, and real-time situational awareness.
• Oversee technology evaluations, proof-of-concept testing, and integration of emerging technologies, including cloud services, edge computing, satellite communications, advanced networking, and AI models.
• Develop and maintain enterprise reference architectures, solution blueprints, and system integration standards that incorporate AI governance and ethical use.
• Serve as the technical escalation point for complex design issues, system interoperability challenges, and high-impact operational incidents.
• Provide expert technical guidance to the CIO, senior leadership, and project managers throughout planning, procurement, and deployment phases.
• Ensure all solutions incorporate redundancy, disaster recovery, cybersecurity best practices, and an AI model for monitoring.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple projects and geographic locations, managing day-to-day contract support operations as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in enterprise IT architecture, systems integration, and network infrastructure design.
• Deep technical knowledge across cloud and on-premises platforms, including Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud
• Platform, VMware, Hyper-V, Linux, Docker, and/or other container platforms.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, model deployment, data governance, and integration into mission-critical
• systems, including AI regulatory and ethical considerations.
• Proficiency in federal IT security frameworks, including FISMA, NIST, and Zero Trust practices.
• Experience partnering with senior-level stakeholders and providing technical thought leadership.2
• Advanced knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Lean, XP) and cross-functional team environments.
• Experience establishing frameworks for systems modernization using integrated DevSecOps toolchains and test-
• Driven development practices.
• In-depth understanding of coding languages (Java, JavaScript).
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt and lead effectively within a growing organization undergoing significant change.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with shipboard IT systems, aircraft mission systems, and secure remote operations.
• Familiarity with the client's mission and the unique challenges of supporting globally deployed assets.
• Proven track record implementing hybrid cloud, AI-driven solutions, high-availability networks, and secure data-sharing environments.
• Experience with DevOps disciplines and Change Management.
• Previous project management experience.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• Public Trust 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

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