Independent Software

System Architect, Level 4

System Architect - Fort Meade, MD - Full Time

What You Will Do:

Are you ready to shape comprehensive and scalable IT solutions that leverage both Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) technologies? Join Independent Software as a System Architect, where you'll design and refine system architectures that align with enterprise objectives, ensure interoperability, and incorporate strategic integration methodologies. If you thrive on crafting high-level system blueprints that bridge multiple platforms and tools, this is the opportunity for you.

As a Level 4 System Architect at Independent Software, you will take ownership of defining, analyzing, and integrating system requirements for enterprise-wide solutions. You’ll assess the impact of changes on both planned and emergent needs and recommend architectural enhancements. Working solo or collaboratively, you'll apply relevant software development and design methodologies, ensuring seamless COTS–GOTS integration with external systems and compliance with agency IT architecture standards. Your strategic vision will guide both technology and team alignment.

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Define system information needs for enterprise-scale or large-scale information systems through in-depth requirement analysis
  • Architect systems encompassing software, hardware, communication protocols, and interface components to satisfy end-to-end requirements
  • Ensure architectural solutions comply with agency-wide IT standards and facilitate interoperability with other systems
  • Analyze workflows and organizational processes to proactively identify and address systemic issues
  • Provide daily oversight and direction to staff, ensuring common operating systems remain compliant
  • Assess the suitability and impact of tool integrations and offer strategic guidance on COTS/GOTS tool usage
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in architecting systems that use both COTS and GOTS components
  • Strong analytical capabilities for evaluating system-wide workflows and planning corrections
  • Deep knowledge of enterprise architecture standards and systems interoperability
  • Leadership ability to guide technical teams and ensure operational consistency
Education and Experience:
  • Associate’s degree with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience, or
  • Bachelor’s degree with at least six (6) years of relevant experience
Preferred Experience (Based on Assignment)
  • Active Directory
  • Identity Management
  • SCCM, DNS, and Group Policy
  • Active Role Servers
  • Privileged Account Management (PAM) Services
  • MS Exchange
Certifications: 
  • Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements
  • Valid Operating Systems Certification, aligned with role requirements

Clearance Requirement:
  • Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

 
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