Senior Solutions Architect – Cyber Missions Solutions

X Technologies, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Technologies, Inc. seeks a Senior Solutions Architect to lead design and integration of Cyber Missions Solutions for DoD and IC programs. You will translate mission needs into robust architectures, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure secure, scalable solutions across complex environments.

The role requires extensive cybersecurity expertise, system engineering acumen, and the ability to engage with government customers and stakeholders to drive successful delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, cybersecurity, information systems, or engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in cybersecurity architecture or cyber solutions.
• Experience supporting DoD/Intelligence Community cyber mission programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture development for cyber mission systems and security capabilities.
• Translate mission requirements into scalable technical designs meeting DoD/IC standards.
• Guide solution development from concept to implementation with cross-functional teams.
• Lead technical discussions with government customers, primes, and mission partners.
• Develop system design artifacts including enterprise architectures and roadmaps.
• Author proposals, whitepapers, and RFI/RFP responses involving cyber solutions.
• Ensure RMF alignment and cross-domain security architectures across environments.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge-sharing.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

Systems engineering

DoD/IC cyber programs

RMF/NIST

Cloud architectures

Zero-trust

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity/IS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

DoD Cloud

Job description

Senior Solutions Architect - Cyber Missions Solutions

Clearance required: Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (or ability to obtain or transfer)

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Type: Full-Time

About X-Technologies, Inc.

X-Technologies is an innovative technology integrator specializing in mission-focused cyber, intelligence, and defense solutions. We deliver advanced capabilities that empower our customers to secure critical systems, strengthen national defense, and accelerate operational decision-making. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals dedicated to excellence, integrity, and continuous innovation.

Position Overview

X-Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced Cyber Missions Solutions in support of Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community programs. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical strategist and mission-focused architect, bringing deep expertise in cybersecurity, system engineering, and multi-domain operational requirements. This role requires a seasoned professional who can engage directly with customers, translate mission needs into technical architecture, guide solution development, and ensure successful delivery of cyber capabilities across complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture development, system design, and solution engineering for cyber mission systems and advanced security capabilities.
• Translate mission requirements into scalable technical designs that meet DoD, Air Force, and Intelligence Community standards.
• Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to guide solution development from concept through implementation.
• Lead technical discussions with government customers, primes, and mission partners; articulate architecture decisions and solution trade-offs.
• Conduct technology assessments and identify emerging tools, frameworks, and approaches to enhance cyber mission effectiveness.
• Develop system design artifacts including enterprise architectures, capability roadmaps, interface designs, and integration strategies.
• Serve as lead technical author for proposals, whitepapers, and RFI/RFP responses involving cyber solutions.
• Provide oversight on security engineering, compliance, RMF alignment, and cross-domain architectures.
• Ensure solutions meet requirements for scalability, resiliency, performance, and operational suitability in contested environments.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the cyber engineering organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, systems engineering, or cyber solutions development.
• Demonstrated experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community cyber mission programs.
• Expertise in enterprise cyber architectures, defensive cyber operations, zero-trust principles, and cross-domain solutions.
• Strong understanding of RMF, NIST frameworks, cybersecurity standards, and mission assurance requirements.
• Ability to design solutions involving cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, DoD Cloud), virtualized platforms, and secure network environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to brief senior leaders and convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (or ability to obtain or transfer).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with offensive or defensive cyber missions, cyber tool development, or advanced cyber analytics.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Solutions Architect, or DoD 8570/8140 advanced certifications.
• Prior experience supporting Air Force Cyber, cyber weapons systems, or multi-domain mission environments.
• Experience leading architecture development across agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical programs that support national security.
• Collaborative, high-performance environment with space for innovation and career progression.
• Access to advanced tools, technologies, and professional development resources.