Architecture Support IV

BryceTech LLC; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan including dental and vision

401(k) plan with company match

Educational reimbursement program

Job summary

BryceTech LLC is seeking an Architecture Support IV to provide vital support for the Joint Program Executive Office's efforts. This role focuses on data integration and architecture models to ensure interoperability across mission-critical platforms.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in software development and architecture, especially within the DODAF framework, to guide the integration strategies effectively.

BryceTech offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12 years of Software Development/IT experience.
• 8 years of Software Architecture experience.
• 3 years with DODAF v2.0 data architecture products.
• Experience with UNICOM Systems Architect or MagicDraw.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for data integration.
• Develop DODAF architectures for JPM CBRN IEW.
• Translate business features into user stories.
• Monitor data query performance and integration speeds.

Skills

Software Development/IT experience

Software Architecture experience

DODAF data architecture products

UNICOM Systems Architect tool

TOGAF

Data modeling tools

Interpersonal communication

Education

12 years of Software Development/IT experience

8 years of Software Architecture experience

3 years with DODAF v2.0

1 year with UNICOM Systems Architect or MagicDraw

2 years with JCSFL or NIEM

Tools

ERStudio

Erwin

Job description

BryceTech has partnered with technology and R&D clients to deliver mission and business success since 2017. Bryce combines core competencies in analytics and engineering with domain expertise. Our teams help government agencies, Fortune 500 firms, and investors manage complex programs, develop IT tools, and forecast critical outcomes. We offer clients proprietary, research-based models that enable evidence-based decision-making. Bryce cultivates a culture of engagement and partnership with our clients. BryceTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Description

BryceTech is currently looking for an Architecture Support IV. This position will be supporting Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological Radiological Nuclear Defense (JPEO CBRND) – Joint Project Lead Integration on the CBRN Support to Command and Control team. This role will provide vital support that contributes to the design, documentation, and implementation of enterprise and systems engineering solutions that ensure seamless interoperability across mission-critical platforms.

The Person in this role will:

• Serve as the primary point of contact and workflow organizer for program architecture, data workflows, and integration with Command and Control systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, leadership, and subject matter experts to develop a holistic view of the organization's data‑sharing and integration strategy, processes, information, and assets.
• Act as the CPE CBRND program‑level architect for the Biosurveillance Information Platform (BIP), providing an enterprise solution that is scalable, adaptable, and aligned with the BIP capability needs statement.
• Support analysis of CPE CBRND capability gaps and overlaps in pursuit of Enterprise mission objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and validate DODAF architectures for JPM CBRN IEW.
• Use architecture products to identify system dependencies and potential capability gaps.
• Develop DODAF architecture models in coordination with the program office and user sponsors such as JRO, CCMDs, and other DoD and non‑DoD stakeholders.
• Work with JCPE CBRND program engineers to develop system‑level architectures.
• Ensure DODAF architecture and data models remain consistent with other CPE CBRND architecture models and Joint Staff J6 WMA architecture guidance.
• Develop architecture products that support acquisition documentation (e.g., CDDs, CPDs, ISPs).
• Provide comments and input for program and contract documentation (e.g., SEPs, TEMPs, RFIs, TORs, RFPs).
• Participate in CPE CBRND Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) at both the program and Enterprise levels.
• Translate high‑level business features into specific data integration user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Prioritize data integration tasks within the product backlog and ensure data dependencies do not impede UI/UX or backend development.
• Define and update data models, APIs, and ETL/ELT pipelines to align with overall system architecture.
• Establish clear completion criteria for data integration tasks (e.g., data mapped, tested, and verifiable in staging).
• Serve as the liaison between DBAs, backend developers, frontend developers, and data scientists to ensure seamless data flow.
• Oversee creation of data mapping documentation and ensure accurate transformation of data from disparate sources.
• Guide the design and implementation of APIs to ensure secure and efficient data exposure.
• Identify and resolve data silos, access issues, or format mismatches that may impact sprint goals.
• Implement automated data validation checks to detect anomalies, duplicates, or missing fields early in the process.
• Oversee integration of database migrations and data pipeline updates into CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor data query performance and integration speeds, identify bottlenecks, and schedule optimization tasks.
• Establish protocols for managing data integration failures or synchronization issues in production environments.
• Travel up to 20% CONUS, as required.
• Maintain strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to assess and clearly communicate technical and project risks.
• Maintain excellent organizational skills.
• Fulfill standard reporting requirements, including:
  • In‑person architecture reviews, as needed
  • Weekly touch‑point calls
  • Updating status‑tracking systems
  • Monthly written reports covering deliverables, work plans, and issues

Qualifications

• Shall possess twelve (12) years of Software Development/Information Technology experience and eight (8) years of Software Architecture experience
• Shall possess at a minimum three (3) years of experience developing and maintaining one or more Department of Defense Acquisition Framework (DODAF) v2.0 data architecture products and/or Data Models within standard data modeling tools (ERStudio, Erwin, etc.).
• Shall possess at a minimum of one (1) year working experience with the UNICOM Systems Architect tool or No Magic Inc. MagicDraw Architect tool.
• Shall have a minimum of three (3) years working experience with either the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DODAF) or The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).
• Shall possess a minimum of two (2) years experiences with Joint Common System Function List (JCSFL), Joint Common Architecture (JCA), Net‑Ready Key Performance Parameter (NR KPP), Universal Joint Task List (UJTL), and National Information Exchange Model (NIEM).

Additional Information

BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company‑paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.