Chief Systems Architect

Trusted Concepts, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Two Six Technologies seeks a visionary Chief Systems Architect to lead DoD/IC-scale system-of-systems integration and define the interoperability blueprint for a major government program. You will harmonize architectures, legacy platforms, and partner solutions into a unified, secure ecosystem.

You will translate complex mission requirements into rigorous technical specifications, drive architecture across cloud, data, and security domains, and mentor multi-disciplinary teams to align with a

Qualifications

• 15+ years IT/engineering experience with 5+ years as chief or principal architect.
• Proven track record of integrating diverse architectures and data streams into a single enterprise platform.
• Strong AWS GovCloud/Azure Government, Kubernetes, container orchestration, and mesh networks expertise.
• Experience guiding large-scale architectures within Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum@Scale) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into clear technical specifications and roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive macro-level enterprise architecture strategy for SoS integration.
• Act as the primary technical arbiter across cloud, data, and microservices domains.
• Establish a secure, interoperable framework with DevSecOps and ZTNA principles.
• Translate mission needs into technical specs and architectural allocations.
• Provide strategic briefings to senior leaders and government stakeholders.
• Mentor and align multiple engineering teams to the centralized architectural vision.

Skills

System-of-Systems

AWS GovCloud

Kubernetes

CI/CD

SAFe

Executive communication

Distributed systems

Mesh networks

Data pipelines

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview Of Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is seeking a visionary Chief Systems Architect to serve as the overarching technical authority for a massive, multi-faceted government program. This is not a standard single-product architecture role; you will be responsible for System-of-Systems (SoS) integration, harmonizing disparate architectures, legacy platforms, and novel partner solutions into a unified, secure, and resilient ecosystem. In this pivotal role, you will define the blueprint for interoperability, translate complex operational requirements into distributed technical components, and ensure the collective solution minimizes total cost of ownership while maximizing mission impact. If you excel at turning architectural chaos into a synchronized, high‑performing global capability, this role is for you. The work will be onsite based out of the Arlington, Virginia office.

What You Will Do

• Drive System-of-Systems Strategy: Design, own, and execute the macro-level enterprise architecture strategy. Define the integration fabrics, APIs, and data standards required to tie together diverse vendor solutions and legacy applications into a cohesive, cloud-native ecosystem.
• Serve as the Ultimate Technical Authority: Act as the primary technical arbiter across cloud, data engineering, distributed microservices, and cross-domain solution integration.
• Architect for Interoperability & Security: Establish a composable framework that ensures seamless interoperability across disparate technical stacks while enforcing strict DevSecOps pipelines and Zero‑Trust Network Access (ZTNA) principles.
• Translate Mission to Tech: Partner with product owners, program executives, and government stakeholders to dissect vague, high-level operational needs into rigorous technical specifications and architectural allocations.
• Advise & Influence Leadership: Evaluate complex technology trade-offs (e.g., build vs. buy, tech debt vs. speed), identify emerging innovation vectors, and deliver compelling, strategic briefings to senior corporate and government mission leaders.
• Unify Engineering Teams: Provide technical mentorship and alignment across multiple high‑performing, multi-disciplinary engineering cohorts to ensure decentralized execution matches the centralized architectural vision.

What You Need To Be Successful

• Experience: 15+ years of progressive IT and engineering experience, with at least 5+ years as a Chief or Principal Architect leading large-scale, multi-vendor modernization and systems integration efforts.
• Complex Integration Expertise: Proven track record of successfully integrating disparate architectures, heterogeneous data streams, and siloed software solutions into a singular enterprise platform for the DoW or IC.
• Cloud & Distributed Systems Mastery: Deep architecture experience with AWS GovCloud/Azure Government, Kubernetes, container orchestration, and mesh networks.
• Data Fabric Modernization: Strong background engineering modern data platforms, distributed data systems, and real‑time analytics pipelines.
• Agile at Scale: Demonstrated proficiency guiding large-scale architectures within Agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe, Scrum@Scale) and automated CI/CD delivery pipelines.
• Executive Communication: Exceptional ability to distill highly complex, multi-layered technical strategies into clear, value-driven roadmaps for non-technical and senior military/civilian leaders.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience/certifications).
• Mobility: Willingness to travel as required by the position.

Security Clearance

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.

Compensation and Benefits

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. The projected salary range for this position is annualized: $160,000 – $240,000 USD. Additional benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; retirement benefits; paid leave; tuition assistance and professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action Policy and the EEO Poster.

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