Senior Enterprise Architect

CACI International Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect to guide enterprise IT strategy and modernization for the GMOS program. You will steer a high-performing team, align infrastructure roadmaps with federal standards, and ensure ServiceNow portfolio excellence across global operations.

Your leadership will influence critical national-security IT services. The role requires a TS clearance, depth in enterprise architecture frameworks, and strong governance capabilities to drive change

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 8 years in enterprise architecture, IT strategy, or related fields.
• Active Top Secret Clearance.
• Proven experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, FEAF).
• Demonstrated expertise in ServiceNow platform administration and IT service portfolio management.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure standards, governance, and compliance monitoring.
• Excellent leadership and ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-level ServiceNow portfolio and catalog management.
• Direct infrastructure architecture development and roadmaps aligned with DOS standards.
• Translate complex directions into actionable requirements with impact assessments.
• Lead DT/EA/CST teams in developing infrastructure standards and governance.
• Drive governance reviews and create training materials for change management.
• Design metrics to measure adoption and compliance levels.
• Ensure a comprehensive service portfolio across all task areas.
• Collaborate to develop EA frameworks supporting modernization and digital transformation.
• Conduct architectural reviews and guide major infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior architects and supervise technical staff.

Skills

TOGAF

Zachman

Federal EA

ServiceNow

ITIL

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Architectural governance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

ServiceNow Admin

Job description

Job Title: Senior Enterprise Architect
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence. The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management and continuous improvement of enterprise-level ServiceNow IT service portfolio and catalog, ensuring comprehensive service offerings across the global organization
• Direct infrastructure architecture development and maintenance, contributing to strategic technical roadmaps and ensuring alignment with Department of State standards and federal requirements
• Translate complex architectural directions into actionable support requirements, including comprehensive impact assessments, risk analysis, and dependency mapping
• Lead DT/EA/CST teams in developing and documenting infrastructure standards, promoting organization-wide adoption aligned with DOS policies and federal best practices
• Spearhead governance review processes, developing comprehensive communication and training materials to support standards implementation and organizational change management
• Design and propose metrics to measure adoption rates and compliance levels, supporting ongoing compliance monitoring and change management activities
• Ensure the service portfolio offers a comprehensive, clearly defined set of products and services across all task areas, meeting diverse stakeholder needs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop enterprise architecture frameworks that support modernization initiatives and digital transformation efforts
• Conduct architectural reviews and provide technical guidance on major infrastructure projects, ensuring consistency with enterprise standards and strategic objectives
• Function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments, planning and leading major architectural initiatives while mentoring junior architects and supervising technical staff

Qualifications

Required -

• Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience in related fields, such as enterprise architecture, infrastructure architecture, IT service management, systems engineering, or technology strategy; equivalencies considered.
• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Proven experience with enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, Federal Enterprise Architecture)
• Demonstrated expertise in ServiceNow platform administration and IT service portfolio management
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure standards development, governance processes, and compliance monitoring practices
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with proven ability to influence stakeholders, lead technical teams, and drive organizational change

Desired -

• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State
• Professional certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL Expert, ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Experience with cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and hybrid infrastructure design
• Knowledge of federal IT compliance frameworks including NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA requirements

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$113,200 - $237,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.