Principal Systems Architect

NOVA DINE LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA DINE LLC seeks a Principal Systems Architect to provide enterprise-level architecture expertise for the DODNet Migration Execution Services program. You will design, review, and guide migration solutions ensuring secure, scalable transitions of agency networks into the DODNet environment.

Collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver architecture that meets DISA standards and modernization goals.

Qualifications

• Active secret clearance required.
• 12+ years of experience in a related field.
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise IT environments.
• Strong understanding of networking, cybersecurity, systems integration, and cloud technologies.
• Experience producing technical architecture documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise architecture solutions supporting DODNet migration efforts.
• Review and evaluate migration plans, technical designs, and implementation strategies.
• Provide architectural guidance across infrastructure, endpoint, cybersecurity, and operations workstreams.
• Analyze technical dependencies and risks throughout migration execution.
• Support engineering review activities and technical governance boards.
• Ensure solutions align with DISA standards and DODNet architecture requirements.
• Support transition planning and sustainment readiness activities.
• Provide technical leadership on modernization initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Networking

Cybersecurity

Systems integration

Cloud technologies

Technical architecture documentation

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

DoDAF

TOGAF

DISA/DOD environments

Job description

NOVA-Dine is seeking a Principal Systems Architect to provide enterprise-level architecture expertise supporting the Defense Enclave Services DODNet Migration Execution Services program.This position will be responsible for designing, evaluating, and guiding migration solutions that support the successful transition of agency network infrastructure and endpoint services into the DODNet environment. The Architect will collaborate closely with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, project managers, and customer stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure, and sustainable solutions.Responsibilities:Develop enterprise architecture solutions supporting DODNet migration efforts.Review and evaluate migration plans, technical designs, and implementation strategies.Provide architectural guidance across infrastructure, endpoint, cybersecurity, and operations workstreams.Analyze technical dependencies and risks throughout migration execution.Support engineering review activities and technical governance boards.Ensure solutions align with DISA standards and DODNet architecture requirements.Support transition planning and sustainment readiness activities.Provide technical leadership on modernization initiatives.Evaluate new technologies and recommend architectural improvements.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Years of Experience: 12 yearsEducation Level: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Clearance Requirements: active secretCertification Requirements: N/AExperience supporting large-scale enterprise IT environments.Strong understanding of networking, cybersecurity, systems integration, and cloud technologies.Experience producing technical architecture documentation.Preferred QualificationsDoDAF or TOGAF experience.Experience supporting DISA or DOD enterprise environments.SIPR and NIPR experience.Cloud architecture certification.Experience supporting migration and modernization initiatives.Salary Range: $100,000 to $150,000The compensation range listed for this position represents the good faith salary range Diné Development Corporation (DDC) and its subsidiaries reasonably expect to pay for the role, in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the position's responsibilities, the candidate's education, experience, skills, internal equity, market considerations, and any applicable collective bargaining agreements or legal requirements.About UsDiné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that provides government agencies and commercial organizations with high-quality IT, professional, environmental, and research and development services. DDC is dedicated to empowering the Navajo Nation and communities we serve.BenefitsEligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, voluntary supplemental benefits, and access to an employee assistance program. The package also includes educational assistance, with tuition reimbursement.EEO StatementThis contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation, or any other basis prohibited by law. We participate in E-Verify.DDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Recruiting for assistance [e-mail]