Enterprise Architect

Talentify; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ValidaTek seeks an Enterprise Architect to lead development and governance of our enterprise architecture framework, ensuring alignment of business, data, application, and technology with mission objectives for federal civilian and defense programs.

The role partners with leadership to provide roadmaps, governance, and strategic plans, requiring TS/SCI eligibility and strong communication with executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years IT experience with 5+ years in enterprise/solutions architecture.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility.
• Experience developing enterprise architecture frameworks and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture strategies, roadmaps, standards, and governance processes.
• Align business, data, application, security, and technology architectures with objectives.
• Evaluate current and future-state architectures and propose modernization initiatives.
• Lead architecture reviews and provide technical oversight for major programs.
• Document architecture decisions, recommendations, and implementation plans.
• Support portfolio planning, investment decisions, and governance activities.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Cloud & hybrid architectures

Stakeholder engagement

Security architectures

Architecture governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Engineering

Tools

TOGAF

DoDAF

FEAF

Cloud technologies

Job description

Company Overview:

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary:

The Enterprise Architect is responsible for developing and maintaining the organization's enterprise architecture framework, ensuring business, data, application, and technology solutions align with mission objectives and strategic goals. This role serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing architectural guidance, technology roadmaps, and governance to support modernization, innovation, and digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture strategies, roadmaps, standards, and governance processes.
• Align business, data, application, security, and technology architectures with organizational objectives.
• Evaluate current and future-state architectures and recommend modernization initiatives.
• Lead architecture reviews and provide technical oversight for major programs and projects.
• Develop enterprise architecture artifacts, reference architectures, and technology standards.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, project teams, and technical leadership to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Assess emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, security, and mission effectiveness.
• Ensure architecture solutions support interoperability, integration, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Document architecture decisions, technical recommendations, and implementation plans.
• Support portfolio planning, investment decisions, and technology governance activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of ten (10) years of IT experience, including five (5) years in enterprise, solution, or systems architecture.
• Active Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Experience developing and implementing enterprise architecture frameworks and governance processes.
• Strong understanding of business, application, data, infrastructure, and security architectures.
• Experience with system integration, cloud technologies, modernization initiatives, and enterprise-scale solutions.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture methodologies and frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, FEAF, DoDAF).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive, business, and technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Federal Government, DoD, DoN, or Law Enforcement organizations.
• Experience with cloud and hybrid architectures, microservices, APIs, and event-driven solutions.
• Knowledge of data architecture, cybersecurity architecture, and digital transformation strategies.
• Experience developing business cases, technology roadmaps, and strategic plans.
• Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, and modern software development practices.
• Enterprise architecture certification (e.g., TOGAF) preferred.

Salary Disclosure:

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement:

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

Qualifications

Bachelors

Education

Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

ITILv3 Foundations

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