Senior IT Architect | IT Architectural Engineering Services

Location: Remote – Available across U.S. and Puerto Rico

Clearance Level: Public Trust (ADP/IT-II); Tier 3 Investigation (NACLC)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required

Summary

We are seeking candidates for a potential opportunity as Senior IT Architect to join our team supporting the Defense Health Agency's (DHA) enterprise IT infrastructure. This role leads the design and development of scalable, secure, and interoperable IT systems that align with mission-critical healthcare delivery and readiness operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design architectural and technical solutions for enterprise-scale infrastructure supporting both on-premise and MED365 cloud environments.

• Develop strategies and documentation that guide engineering implementation and architectural consistency across DHA systems.

• Ensure system designs are interoperable, sustainable, and aligned with DHA Enterprise Architecture policies and governance.

• Lead or support functional and technical requirements validation, including Requirements Worksheets (RWs) and Governance input.

• Facilitate iRAM and RAM sessions and coordinate with SMEs, IA staff, and stakeholders during solution development.

• Conduct feasibility and architectural assessments to ensure compliance with cybersecurity, scalability, and performance standards.

• Draft and maintain Test and Evaluation Strategies (TES) to support operational readiness.

• Manage architectural documentation throughout the systems lifecycle and provide support during acquisition planning.

• Deliver Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) artifacts to meet governance and compliance standards.

• Lead re-architecture efforts for fielded solutions based on mission needs or system limitations.

• Collaborate with DoD, MHS, and industry stakeholders to align technical direction and solve architecture/integration challenges.

Preferred Tools & Skills

• DoDAF, RMF, and other DoD/ITIL architectural standards

• Microsoft Visio, Enterprise Architect (or similar modeling/design tools)

• Experience with Azure or other hybrid cloud platforms (e.g., MED365)

• Technical writing and documentation skills

• Systems Engineering and Requirements Management background

• Familiarity with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven experience leading IT architecture and systems design efforts within complex enterprise environments.

• Knowledge of DHA, MHS, or DoD IT environments and governance processes.

• Strong ability to translate mission needs into scalable architectural solutions.

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust (Tier 3/NACLC) clearance.

Education & Certifications

• Required (Foundational – one of the following):

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT / Cybersecurity / Data Science / IS / CS (ABET or CAE accredited),

  • OR CISSP.

• Required (CE – one of the following):

  • Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305),

  • OR Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100).

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-focused team shaping the future of military health IT architecture. Help us build modern, resilient, and secure enterprise systems that support the health and readiness of those who serve.

Apply today to make an impact as a Senior IT Architect in a dynamic federal IT environment.

Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected will be notified once the award has been confirmed.