Federal Enterprise Architect – IT Strategy & Modernization

Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC in the DC metro area seeks an Enterprise Architect to support a DHS project, leading architecture assessments, roadmaps, and governance reviews. The role requires collaboration with federal stakeholders onsite or remotely and regular participation in DC-area meetings.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in federal or defense settings, strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills, and a track record of delivering architecture artifacts and roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset with ability to synthesize findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong writing and presentation capabilities for executive briefings and reports.
• Experience translating complex IT architectures into clear roadmaps and governance artifacts.

Responsibilities

• Assess alignment of IT services, platforms, and investments with agency mission and strategic goals.
• Review target architecture, technology standards, and portfolio alignment.
• Evaluate modernization priorities and identify architecture-related risks and opportunities.
• Develop findings, recommendations, and a prioritized roadmap for improvement.
• Prepare executive briefings, working session materials, and final audit reports.
• Collaborate with client teams onsite or remotely as needed, including coordination with federal stakeholders.
• Attend meetings in person in the DC Area.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC in the DC metro area seeks an Enterprise Architect to support a DHS project, leading architecture assessments, roadmaps, and governance reviews. The role requires collaboration with federal stakeholders onsite or remotely and regular participation in DC-area meetings.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in federal or defense settings, strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills, and a track record of delivering architecture artifacts and roadmaps.