Senior Cloud Enterprise Architect (TS/SCI)

Synertex LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Synertex LLC in Bethesda, MD seeks a System Architect SME with cloud architecture, enterprise IT design, and data-centric infrastructure to support critical government and intelligence initiatives. You will design scalable, secure architectures for mission-critical environments.

The role emphasizes leadership in cloud adoption, platform selection, and modernization, with collaboration across cybersecurity, data services, and software teams, in federal contexts.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Multiple education paths with years of experience vary by level.
• Experience in enterprise system design, cloud computing, and data-driven infrastructure is required.
• Proficiency with architecture modeling tools (ArchiMate, Sparx EA, Visio).
• Knowledge of federal architecture standards (DoDAF) and DoD frameworks is essential.
• Experience designing IT systems for defense, intelligence, or federal agencies is needed.
• Background in transitioning legacy systems to modern cloud-based architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise IT architectures with a focus on cloud-native and hybrid environments.
• Define system integration patterns and infrastructure components to support mission requirements.
• Develop architectural roadmaps and ensure alignment with organizational strategy.
• Lead cloud adoption initiatives and advise on platform selection, migration, and optimization.
• Document system components, data flows, and security boundaries in compliance with federal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, data services, and software development.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive IT modernization and innovation.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI

Enterprise system design

Cloud computing

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic architecture planning

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

ArchiMate

Sparx EA

Visio

Job description

Synertex LLC in Bethesda, MD seeks a System Architect SME with cloud architecture, enterprise IT design, and data-centric infrastructure to support critical government and intelligence initiatives. You will design scalable, secure architectures for mission-critical environments.

The role emphasizes leadership in cloud adoption, platform selection, and modernization, with collaboration across cybersecurity, data services, and software teams, in federal contexts.