Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for designing enterprise-level IT systems? Join us as an Enterprise Architect (Senior) and play a critical role in driving innovation and efficiency for a Federal Law Enforcement Agency. In this role, you will lead the development of scalable, secure, and future-ready architecture solutions that align with mission-critical objectives. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence IT strategies and deliver impactful results in a dynamic environment. This role is on site in Quantico, VA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-wide IT architectures, ensuring scalability, interoperability, and security.
- Develop and refine the organization’s baseline and target architecture to align with strategic and operational goals.
- Identify design gaps in existing systems and propose enhancements to optimize performance and compliance.
- Collaborate with technical teams to guide the integration of systems, data, and applications across a hybrid IT environment.
- Ensure adherence to federal regulations, cybersecurity standards, and best practices in all architecture designs.
- Oversee cloud migration efforts, integrating cloud-based and on-premises solutions to meet the agency's mission.
- Conduct impact assessments for new technologies and recommend solutions to advance system capabilities.
- Provide comprehensive documentation of architecture models, system designs, and operational workflows for stakeholders.
Required Skills / Experience:
- Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, DoDAF, or Zachman.
- Proficiency in designing and managing hybrid IT environments, including AWS, Azure, or similar cloud platforms.
- Hands-on experience with system integration, data architecture, and cybersecurity compliance.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Desired Skills/Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in enterprise architecture, IT infrastructure, or large-scale system design.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (substitution: certifications or equivalent experience).
- Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or TOGAF.
- Experience supporting enterprise IT systems for a Federal Law Enforcement Agency or other government organizations.
- Familiarity with IT modernization initiatives, cloud migration strategies, and the development of hybrid cloud architectures.
- Knowledge of IT service management tools and platforms like Atlassian, ServiceNow, or Ivanti.
**This position is onsite in Quantico, VA 5 days a week. **
Application deadline 3-7-2025
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$137,600—$229,400 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
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SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts.
Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face.
SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements.
Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
