Enterprise Architect 2

NSS; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NSS in Herndon, VA seeks an Enterprise Architect 2 to support enterprise systems architecture development, technology modernization, and governance. This role requires a TS clearance with SCI eligibility, a technical bachelor’s degree, and 5+ years of enterprise architecture experience focusing on cloud and containerized environments.

Strong knowledge of DoDAF and systems engineering methodologies is essential. TOGAF/FEAC or ITIL Foundations are preferred certifications to set you apart.

Qualifications

• Active TS security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required.
• 5+ years of enterprise or systems architecture experience.
• Experience with cloud technologies and containerized environments.
• Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies.
• DoDAF understanding.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational and systems architecture artifacts.
• Support container orchestration and infrastructure governance efforts.
• Participate in architecture reviews and technical evaluations.
• Support AI infrastructure integration and governance activities.
• Assist with analysis of alternatives and technical assessments.
• Document architecture standards and system interface requirements.

Skills

DoDAF understanding

Systems engineering

Cloud technologies

Containerized environments

Enterprise architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

TOGAF

FEAC

ITIL Foundations

Job description

What You’ll Do

The Enterprise Architect 2 supports enterprise systems architecture development, technology modernization initiatives, and architecture governance activities.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Develop operational and systems architecture artifacts.
• Support container orchestration and infrastructure governance efforts.
• Participate in architecture reviews and technical evaluations.
• Support AI infrastructure integration and governance activities.
• Assist with analysis of alternatives and technical assessments.
• Document architecture standards and system interface requirements.

What You’ll Need

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• 5+ years of enterprise or systems architecture experience.
• Experience with cloud technologies and containerized environments.
• Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies.
• DoDAF understanding
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience with DoDAF and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Familiarity with AI platforms and MLOps environments.
• TOGAF, FEAC, or equivalent EA certification preferred. ITIL Foundations preferred