Deputy Solution Architect: Secure IT & SAFe Roadmaps

ERT, Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Entarian is seeking a Deputy Solution Architect to support NIWC Atlantic’s E2S2 division, bridging requirements with enterprise IT infrastructure and MCEN standards. The role emphasizes secure, high-cadence System-of-Systems architecture in a defense-focused environment.

The incumbent will guide solution architectures, manage the technical baseline, and help draft PI roadmaps, with travel and on-site requirements in North Charleston, SC or Stafford, VA.

Qualifications

• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Bachelor's degree in quantitative field from ABET-accredited program; Master's preferred.
• 14 years of relevant experience (or 10 years with a Master) in research, design, and development of computer and network software.
• Experience with modern software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps/DevSecOps).
• 10+ years of IT systems architecture, engineering, and integration, with support for USMC/Naval/DoD environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage Solution Intent: document and validate the technical baseline.
• Track traceability to MCEN compliance rules.
• Oversee integration across portfolios for interoperability.
• Guide enablers: design infrastructure, security and platforms for future capabilities.
• Collaborate with PMs/RTEs/Enterprise Architects to align with strategic goals.
• Build roadmaps: draft PI and multi-PI technical roadmaps.
• Refine backlogs: ensure items meet quality definitions before PI Planning.

Skills

Clearance: TS/SCI eligibility

SAFe/Agile

IT systems architecture

Travel up to 15%

Education

ABET-accredited degree program

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAFe Architect (ARCH)

Job description

Entarian is seeking a Deputy Solution Architect to support NIWC Atlantic’s E2S2 division, bridging requirements with enterprise IT infrastructure and MCEN standards. The role emphasizes secure, high-cadence System-of-Systems architecture in a defense-focused environment.

The incumbent will guide solution architectures, manage the technical baseline, and help draft PI roadmaps, with travel and on-site requirements in North Charleston, SC or Stafford, VA.