Enterprise Architect

Booz Allen Hamilton; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Enterprise Architect to design enterprise architectures and roadmaps that enable strategic transformations, cloud modernization, and secure, interoperable systems across complex DoD environments.

The role requires 5+ years in enterprise architecture or RMF-aligned contexts, and a track record of leading cross-functional teams. A Secret clearance is required, with a Bachelor’s in a technical field; a Master’s is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, system integration, platform operations, or cybersecurity/RMF-aligned environments.
• Experience designing enterprise-level architectures, models, blueprints, and technical roadmaps.
• Experience with DoD/DoN enterprise IT environments, governance, NIST, RMF, and FISMA requirements.
• Experience with enterprise-scale data integration and interoperability patterns (API, event-driven).
• Experience developing MBSE or DoDAF views (AVs, CVs, OVs, SVs, PVs, StdVs).
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor staff.
• Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.

Responsibilities

• Designs enterprise architecture to enable strategic or tactical transformations across governance, growth, and modernization initiatives.
• Leads cross-functional teams and mentors junior members in DoD-focused IT environments.
• Develops and maintains MBSE/DoDAF views and technical roadmaps; ensures compliance with RMF/NIST/FISMA.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

System integration

Platform operations

Cybersecurity RMF

DoD/DoN IT environments

Data integration

MBSE/DoDAF architectures

Cross-functional leadership

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / Computer Science / Engineering / Mathematics

Master’s degree (nice to have) in IT / Systems Engineering / MBA

Job description

Enterprise Architect

Designs enterprise architecture (EA) to enable strategic or tactical transformations through informed decision-making at any level of an enterprise to support governance, future growth, adaptability, optimization, innovation, and modernization initiatives such as cloud or digital solutions. Applies advanced advisory skills or extensive technical expertise with full industry knowledge. Develops innovative solutions to complex problems. Works without considerable direction. Mentors and may supervise team members.

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You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, system integration, platform operations, or cybersecurity or RMF‑aligned environments
• Experience designing enterprise‑level architectures, models, blueprints, and technical roadmaps
• Experience analyzing current‑state architectures, performing trade‑off analyses, and defining target architectures for complex organizations
• Experience with DoD or DoN enterprise IT environments, including governance, compliance, NIST, RMF, and FISMA requirements
• Experience with enterprise‑scale data integration, interface patterns, and system interoperability such as API or event‑driven integration
• Experience developing or maintaining MBSE or DoDAF architecture views including AVs, CVs, OVs, SVs, PVs, and StdVs
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders across governance, cybersecurity, engineering, and portfolio domains
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting N16, MyNavy HR ecosystem modernization, or DON enterprise portfolios
• Experience with enterprise analytics platforms such as Databricks, Tableau, Qlik, Foundry, Palantir, Jupiter, or WDP
• Experience with cloud architecture, NMCI, Flank Speed environments, and GovCloud‑aligned infrastructure design
• Knowledge of portfolio management, governance operations, IM or IT requirements management, and risk reduction methodologies
• Master’s degree in a technical or business discipline such as IT, Systems Engineering, or Business Administration
• Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) or DoD or industry EA Certification
• DoD 8140 or Cyber Workforce Framework‑aligned cybersecurity Certifications such as CASP+, Security+, or SSCP Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to be eligible for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.