Chief Solutions Architect

CACI International; National Harbor (MD); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International seeks a Chief Solutions Architect to lead enterprise-scale technology solutions for DHS. This senior role shapes architecture across cloud, cybersecurity, data, and ITSM, partnering with executives, capture teams, and government stakeholders.

Hybrid work with 2–3 days onsite in Oxon Hill, MD. The candidate will translate complex requirements into strategic roadmaps, support capture efforts from inception to delivery, and ensure secure, scalable solutions aligned to

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain DHS EOD Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) plus 15 years of experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise IT, solution architecture, or systems engineering.
• Experience supporting capture efforts, including initial solution concepts and architectures.
• Proven ability to design and lead large-scale, multi-domain IT solutions from concept to execution.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills for executives and government stakeholders.
• Experience developing, communicating, and defending solution architectures and roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT domains: cloud/hybrid infra, apps, cybersecurity, data, ITSM.

Responsibilities

• Serve as enterprise authority for solution architecture across multiple DHS capture efforts.
• Lead development of end-to-end technical solutions spanning infrastructure, cloud, apps, security, data, ITSM.
• Develop initial solution concepts, strategies, architectures, and roadmaps for capture efforts.
• Ensure continuity between proposed capture solutions and post-award execution and modernization.
• Engage with DHS stakeholders to understand mission needs and articulate solution value.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption aligned to DHS priorities.
• Guide technical decisions and mitigate risks during program execution.

Skills

Listening skills

Questioning skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Chief Solutions Architect

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required:

Type of Travel:

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a Chief Solutions Architect to serve as the senior technical and strategic leader responsible for shaping, governing, and delivering enterprise-scale technology solutions for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This role primarily supports growth efforts from inception to delivery, ensuring solutions are innovative, secure, scalable, and executable, but may support program delivery teams in implemented proposed solutions. The Chief Solutions Architect partners closely with executive leadership, capture teams, program management, and customers to translate complex requirements into integrated, value-driven architectures. The ideal candidate will have excellent listening and questioning skills with the ability to work directly with Government customers to decompose and identify problems and opportunities. Because of the scale and complexity, candidates need to possess a broad degree of technical expertise. Candidates will be required to support written/oral presentations as part of DHS capture initiatives.

This is a hybrid position required 2-3 days onsite in Oxon Hill, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the enterprise authority for solution architecture across multiple DHS capture efforts and active programs
• Lead the development of end-to-end technical solutions spanning infrastructure, cloud, applications, cybersecurity, data, and IT service management
• Support early-stage and active capture efforts by developing initial solution concepts, technical strategies, architectures, and roadmaps
• Ensure continuity between proposed capture solutions and post-award execution, supporting on-program modernization and transformation initiatives
• Partner with business development, capture managers, and delivery leadership to balance innovation, risk, cost, schedule, and operational feasibility
• Engage directly with DHS stakeholders to understand mission needs and clearly articulate solution value
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption aligned to enterprise strategy and DHS priorities
• Support program execution by guiding technical decisions, resolving complex issues, and mitigating technical risk

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to Obtain DHS EOD Public Trust Clearance
• Bachelors (or equivalent) plus 15 years of experience. Equivalency includes AA + 17 total years of work experience, MA + 12 years of experience or 21 total years of work experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise IT, solution architecture, or systems engineering roles
• Demonstrated experience supporting capture efforts, including development of initial capture team solution concepts, architectures, and technical strategies, with the ability to transition into on-program technology transformation initiatives post-award
• Proven ability to design and lead large-scale, complex, multi-domain IT solutions from concept through execution
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical solutions, roadmaps, and trade-offs to executives, capture teams, and government stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience developing, communicating, and defending solution architectures and multi-year technology roadmaps aligned to modernization and transformation goals
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT domains, including:
  • Cloud and hybrid infrastructure
  • Application and systems architecture
  • Cybersecurity and Zero Trust principles
  • Data, analytics, and integration
  • IT service management and operations

Desired:

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure/GCP Architect, TOGAF, CISSP, ITIL, SAFe, or similar)
• Experience leading large enterprise modernization initiatives, including cloud migration, digital transformation, Zero Trust, DevSecOps, Digital Employee Experience (DEX)
• Familiarly performing technology analysis of alternative, technical risk assessments, and trade-off analysis
• Prior experience in a Chief Architect, Principal Architect, or equivalent senior technical leadership role

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CAA values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

$131,800 - $290,000

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.