Senior Systems Architect – DoDAF/MBSE, TS/SCI

CEDGE; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CEDGE in Springfield, VA is seeking a Systems Architect to lead the design and development of architecture for complex applications and DoD-aligned solutions. The role focuses on enterprise architecture, DoDAF, PAG guidance, and MBSE, with direct briefing to senior leadership and collaboration with international partners.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a STEM field, 18+ years of experience, and TS/SCI or ability to obtain; strong communication skills and Federated Enterprise

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS or related STEM field.
• 18+ years of experience as a System Architect in government or industry.
• Experience communicating with senior executives and leaders.
• TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a polygraph.
• Working knowledge of MBSE and related tools.
• Federated Enterprise Architect Certifications: Certified Enterprise Architect.
• National Defense University, College of Information and Cyberspace, Enterprise Architecture Certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct system architects in design, development, maintenance, and documentation of solution architectures.
• Analyze user requirements to automate or improve existing systems.
• Advise on proposed changes to architecture design.
• Oversee Senior-, Mid-, and Junior-level System Architect contractors.
• Design and update enterprise digital models and roadmaps balancing cost, schedule, and performance.
• Support development, maintenance, and documentation of ASG Architecture.
• Create architecture artifacts aligned to DoDAF and PAG for diverse partners.
• Use JARM to describe gaps and support divestment decisions.
• Use MBSE to link requirements and design across enterprise architectures.
• Maintain processes and tools for automated architecture artifact management.

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS or related STEM field

Tools

MBSE tools

Job description

CEDGE in Springfield, VA is seeking a Systems Architect to lead the design and development of architecture for complex applications and DoD-aligned solutions. The role focuses on enterprise architecture, DoDAF, PAG guidance, and MBSE, with direct briefing to senior leadership and collaboration with international partners.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a STEM field, 18+ years of experience, and TS/SCI or ability to obtain; strong communication skills and Federated Enterprise