Cloud Architecture & Modernization Engineer

SITEC Consulting, LLC.; Maryland; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SITEC Consulting, LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (SE3) to shape the future of complex government technology systems, focusing on cloud migration, architecture, roadmaps, and application modernization.

You will lead technical planning, collaborate with cross-functional teams, evaluate legacy systems, and drive modernization efforts to deliver scalable, secure solutions across programs.

Qualifications

• 20 years of Systems Engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience planning and leading systems engineering efforts.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, requirements analysis, integration, and technical planning.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan cloud migrations and develop scalable system architectures.
• Develop and document technical roadmaps aligned with long-term goals.
• Identify legacy system challenges and propose debt-reduction strategies.
• Plan redevelopment, modernization, and integration of applications.
• Analyze requirements and support system design decisions.
• Produce clear technical documentation and coordinate with teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Systems architecture

Requirements analysis

Technical planning

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering/CS/IS/Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Systems Engineer (SE3) - Cloud Architecture & Modernization

About Sitec

SITEC is an employee- and customer-focused IT and Professional Services firm specializing in cybersecurity, software and systems engineering, and innovative technology solutions. We value collaboration, professional growth, and delivering exceptional results for our customers.

Position Overview

SITEC is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (SE3) to help shape the future of complex Government technology systems!

This role focuses on cloud migration, system architecture, strategic roadmaps, and application modernization. We're looking for a forward-thinking engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, improving existing systems, and helping teams plan for what's next.

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Migration & Architecture: Support technical leadership in planning cloud migrations and developing scalable system architectures.
• Strategic Roadmaps: Help develop and document technical roadmaps that align technology initiatives with long-term organizational goals.
• Technical Debt: Identify legacy system challenges and recommend strategies to reduce technical debt.
• Application Modernization: Evaluate existing applications and help plan redevelopment, modernization, and integration efforts.
• Systems Engineering: Analyze requirements, assess technical alternatives, and support system design and architecture decisions.
• Documentation & Collaboration: Develop clear technical documentation and coordinate with engineering teams and stakeholders to support project execution.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 20 years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience planning and leading systems engineering efforts.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, requirements analysis, integration, and technical planning.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Education Substitution: Five additional years of relevant Systems Engineering experience (25 years total) may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting cloud migration and cloud architecture initiatives.
• Knowledge of application modernization, legacy system redevelopment, and technical debt reduction.
• Experience developing technical roadmaps and evaluating system design alternatives.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks, including DoDAF and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical leadership and cross-functional engineering teams.

WHY SITEC?

Join a growing, employee-focused company where your technical expertise matters! At SITEC, you'll collaborate with talented professionals, tackle exciting engineering challenges, and help shape the future of critical technology programs.