Enterprise Architect or Systems Engineer Sr SME

Via Logic LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 154,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 paid holidays

401K with company match

Flexible schedules

Discounted stock purchase plans

Technical upskilling

Education and training support

Parental paid leave

Job summary

Leidos in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect or Senior Systems Engineer to shape IT enterprise architecture and drive interoperability across organizations.

This role requires active TS/SCI with poly, a BS with 15+ years or MS with 13+ years, and expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, DoDAF, UAF), SysML/UML, and cloud integrations. Strong leadership in cross-functional teams is valued.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
• BS degree with 15+ years of relevant experience or MS with 13+ years; Doctorate possible.
• Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or Systems Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, DoDAF, UAF).
• Experience with SysML/UML and Model-Based Systems Engineering.
• Experience migrating systems to an IC Cloud and integrating systems in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop an IT enterprise architecture that informs stakeholders of capabilities, dependencies, and risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including content providers, developers, engineers, and business analysts.
• Lead in small teams or independently and drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for an Enterprise Architect or Systems Engineer Sr SME in our Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area (ASBA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in Analysis Solutions Business Area!

Job Summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced, results oriented Information Technology (IT) Enterprise Architect or Systems Engineer to join our team in the Bethesda, Maryland area. You will play a critical role in documenting and shaping our client's IT enterprise architecture, ensuring alignment with the client’s vision of driving interoperability across organizations.

Responsibilities Include

• Develop an IT enterprise architecture that provides client stakeholders awareness of critical capabilities, dependencies, and mission critical impacts and risks. This includes developing the:
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including content providers, content consumers, developers, engineers, and business analysts.
• Ability to work in small teams or independently.
• Experience supporting senior government civilians.
• Ability to gather requirements from various stakeholders and develop an integrated solution.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
• BS degree and 15+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 13+ years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain.
• Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, Systems Engineer, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., UAF, TOGAF, Zachman, DoDAF).
• Familiarity with Systems Modeling Language (SysML) or Unified Modeling Language (UML) and Model-Based Systems Engineering
• Experience migrating systems to an IC Cloud
• Experience integrating systems and tools in a cloud environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience working with or in the Intelligence Community (IC).
• Experience with M365 and other enterprise networks, providers and tools

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.

#ASBA

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting

September 9, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.