Solutions Architect with Security Clearance

Innovatus Technology Consulting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking a Solutions Architect to design secure, scalable infrastructure across on‑prem, hybrid, and cloud environments. This role partners with Sales and Business Development to shape opportunities in DoW environments and deliver cutting‑edge technical proposals.

The candidate will lead architecture efforts, provide technical leadership during capture, and engage with customers from technical teams to executives to ensure alignment with mission objectives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or solutions architecture.
• Strong data center, virtualization, networking, and security expertise.
• Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or similar.
• Proven experience partnering with Sales/BD in pre-sales or solutioning.
• Experience in DoD/Navy programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Solution design & architecture across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud.
• Translate requirements into technical architectures aligned with mission objectives.
• Develop and present solution architectures, diagrams, and proposals.
• Lead capture efforts, RFP responses, and proposal development with Sales/BD.
• Support customer engagements with presentations, demos, and briefings.
• Serve as trusted technical advisor to clients and stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

IT infrastructure

Data center architecture

Virtualization

Networking & security

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Pre-sales collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Solutions Architect

Company: Innovatus Technology Consulting

Location: San Diego, CA

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Position Overview

Innovatus Technology is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Solutions Architect with a strong background in enterprise infrastructure to drive innovative solutions across our portfolio. This role plays a critical part in shaping future business opportunities by partnering closely with Sales and Business Development teams to design, position, and deliver cutting‑edge technical solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset to support both pre‑sales and solution delivery efforts—particularly within Department of War (DoW) environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design & Architecture
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure solutions across on‑premises, hybrid, and cloud environments
• Translate business requirements into technical architectures that align with customer mission objectives
• Develop and present solution architectures, diagrams, and technical proposals
• Sales & Business Development Collaboration
• Partner with Sales and Business Development teams to identify and qualify new opportunities
• Provide technical leadership during capture efforts, RFP responses, and proposal development
• Support customer engagements, including presentations, demos, and technical briefings
• Customer Engagement
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients, understanding their challenges and aligning solutions accordingly
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels, from technical teams to executive leadership
• Infrastructure Expertise
• Lead the design and integration of complex infrastructure environments (compute, storage, networking, virtualization, and cloud platforms)
• Ensure solutions meet security and compliance requirements, especially in classified environments
• Innovation & Strategy
• Identify emerging technologies and trends to inform future offerings and capabilities
• Contribute to Innovatus Technology’s strategic roadmap and solution portfolio Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance (required)
• 15+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or solutions architecture
• Strong expertise in infrastructure technologies, including: * Data center architecture
• Virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V)
• Networking and security principles
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar)
• Proven experience collaborating with Sales and Business Development teams in a pre‑sales or solutioning capacity
• Excellent communication and presentation skills Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with the U.S. Navy or within Navy‑specific programs and environments
• Familiarity with DoD architecture frameworks (e.g., DoDAF) and security standards (e.g., RMF, NIST)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, VMware, CISSP)
• Experience supporting proposal development and capture management
• Experience or knowledge of application development, especially around MS Power Platform or other low‑code solutions Why Join Innovatus Technology?

Why Join Innovatus Technology?

• Work on mission‑critical solutions supporting national defense
• Collaborate with a dynamic and innovative team
• Opportunity to influence strategic growth and future initiatives
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Salary Range: $160,000-225,000