Lead Systems Architect - Datacenter Migration/Modernization

General Dynamics - IT; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 137.000 - 176.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology company is seeking a Lead Systems Architect to oversee the migration and modernization of DoD data centers in Europe. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in Data Center Solutions and possess deep expertise in networking, identity services, and cybersecurity. This role involves coordinating complex designs and leading cross-functional teams to ensure mission alignment and operational success. This position is located on-site and requires US citizenship and a Secret clearance.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 10+ years experience with Data Center Solutions.
• Experience with Data Center Engineering and Migration is preferred.
• Possess functional knowledge of Cisco networking and related tools.

Aufgaben

• Lead the technical vision for the data center migration.
• Translate stakeholder needs into technical requirements.
• Coordinate design across network and cybersecurity disciplines.

Kenntnisse

Enterprise networking

Identity services

Access control

Cybersecurity best practices

Automation and scripting

Ausbildung

Bachelor Degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Cisco networking

Microsoft Active Directory

Automation frameworks

Jobbeschreibung

Lead Systems Architect – Datacenter Migration/Modernization

Job Description:

Summary:

We are seeking a Lead Systems Architect to serve as the primary technical authority for the design and integration of all systems supporting the migration and modernization of DoD data center common services and tenant applications in Europe. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining the overarching technical vision, ensuring that network, compute, storage, identity, and cybersecurity designs align with mission requirements and operational objectives.

The Lead Systems Architect will coordinate the work of domain experts in Cisco networking, Microsoft services, and cybersecurity, while ensuring technical designs meet performance, security, and compliance standards. This individual must possess exceptional problem-solving skills, creativity, and the ability to lead a cross-functional team through complex technical challenges.

Core Role Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical vision, planning, and execution strategy for the data center migration.
• Translate stakeholder business and mission needs into technical requirements and architecture designs.
• Coordinate design and engineering across network, systems, and cybersecurity disciplines.
• Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, migration strategies, and system integration plans.
• Oversee risk identification and mitigation for technical dependencies and migration activities.
• Maintain alignment of technical work with schedule, scope, and performance goals.
• Motivate, mentor, and organize senior technical team members to achieve shared objectives.

Technical Knowledge & Leadership Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate deep expertise in enterprise networking, identity services, and access control.
• Guide migration planning for core shared services, including Microsoft Active Directory, DNS, and authentication services.
• Possess functional knowledge of Cisco networking, including ACI fabric and APIC-based configurations.
• Integrate cybersecurity best practices into architecture designs and migration runbooks.
• Review and approve designs for system and service cutovers, ensuring operational continuity.
• Ensure architecture supports multi-tenant and multi-enclave requirements in compliance with DoD security mandates.
• Proficient in using automation and scripting languages relevant to their technical domain.
• Experience developing scripts or using automation frameworks to streamline configuration management, system provisioning, monitoring, and reporting in enterprise data center environments.
• Skilled in leveraging vendor-specific automation platforms and APIs to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor Degree in Information Technology or related field

Minimum Experience:

Minimum 10+ years experience with Data Center Solutions, Data Center Engineering, and/or Data Center Migration.

Certifications:

Recommended Professional Certifications: one or more of the following:

• Cisco CCIE Data Center or CCNP Data Center
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• TOGAF 9 Certified or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

TESA Accreditation Requirements: A bachelor's degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience, OR; An associate's degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR; A major certification plus 7 years of recent specialized experience, OR; 11 years of recent specialized experience

Location: On Customer Site. US Citizenship Required. Clearance: Secret.

The likely salary range for this position is $161,158 - $205,850.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.