Senior-Level Systems ArchitectMission Intelligence Group is seeking a Senior-Level Systems Architect to provide technical leadership in the design and development of enterprise-scale solutions supporting complex mission systems. This position plays a critical role in guiding architecture efforts across application, data, cloud, platform, and infrastructure services while ensuring alignment with Enterprise Architecture standards and strategic mission objectives. The ideal candidate brings deep architecture expertise, a collaborative leadership style, and a passion for delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational effectiveness.Your RoleAs a Senior-Level Systems Architect, you will serve as a trusted technical leader, mentoring and guiding other architects in the development of scalable, secure, and mission-focused architecture solutions. You will analyze complex requirements, evaluate existing systems and workflows, and help shape future-state architectures that support enterprise objectives, emerging technologies, and evolving mission needs. Your expertise will ensure architectural decisions maintain traceability to enterprise requirements while enabling modernization and innovation across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor Mid-Level and Junior-Level Systems Architects in the development of solution architectures.Ensure architecture designs maintain traceability to Enterprise Architecture and enterprise requirements.Guide the analysis of user requirements, business processes, and system challenges to identify improvement and automation opportunities.Evaluate system capabilities, operational workflows, and scheduling constraints to support architecture planning.Recommend and guide implementation of architecture enhancements and modernization efforts based on emerging technologies and mission needs.Provide technical leadership across:API DesignData ServicesPlatform ServicesCloud ServicesInfrastructure ServicesSupport the development, maintenance, and documentation of architecture artifacts and technical solutions.Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure solutions align with strategic enterprise goals and mission requirements.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in:Computer ScienceInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsRelated STEM disciplineOR equivalent senior-level Systems Architect experience12+ years of relevant experience in government or industry environments.Twelve years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.Demonstrated experience in:Enterprise ArchitectureSolution ArchitectureData ArchitectureDepartment of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF)Intelligence Community Program Architecture Guidance (PAG)Ability to develop and evaluate complex architectural designs supporting enterprise-scale environments.TS/SCI clearance adjudication or the ability to obtain SCI eligibility and successfully pass a polygraph.Desired QualificationsMaster's degree in:Computer ScienceInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsRelated STEM disciplineWorking knowledge of:Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) processes, tools, and languagesUnified Architecture Framework (UAF)Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)Federated Enterprise Architect certification, such as:Certified Enterprise ArchitectKnowledge of:GEOINT collection systems and workflows (e.g., GIMS)Data management workflows and systems (e.g., NCL)Imagery products and associated standardsExperience across the full Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including:Requirements AnalysisDesignDevelopmentTestingDeploymentLocationFully onsite in either Chantilly, VA or Springfield, VA.Why Mission Intelligence GroupAt Mission Intelligence Group, engineers are trusted to focus on mission outcomes, not bureaucracy. You will work alongside experienced GEOINT professionals who value clear communication, disciplined engineering, and systems that work as intended in operational environments.We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, Dental, and Vision401(k)Life InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountPaid Time OffJoin Our TeamIf you are motivated by supporting GEOINT analysts, improving mission systems, and delivering reliable capabilities to the operational community, we invite you to apply.
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