Technical Architect - Active Top Secret required

General Dynamics Information Technology; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AI career guidance

Internal mobility team

Comprehensive benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Culture of innovation

Military-friendly

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking an experienced Technical Architect to serve as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership, aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals. The role requires independent operation at strategic and technical levels, including hands-on engineering to validate approaches and convey value to leadership.

You will develop scalable enterprise architectures, evaluate new technologies, ensure security/compliance, manage debt, and mentor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems administration.
• Expertise in technology architecture, strategy, and integration.
• Strong grasp of enterprise architecture frameworks, compliance standards, and security.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical debt, and drive innovative solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (retired in 2021)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership on aligning technology strategy with organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions.
• Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions.
• Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Enterprise IT

Architecture

Integration

Security

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Azure Solution Architect

AWS Solution Architect

MCSE

Windows Server Hybrid Administrator

CISSP/CSSIP

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Technical Architectto serve as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership, aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals. This role requires the ability to operate independently at both the strategic and technical levels, including performing hands-on engineering work to validate approaches, reduce risk, accelerate decision-making, and conveying proof-of-value benefits to leadership.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership on aligning technology strategy with organizational objectives.

• Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks.

• Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions.

• Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance.

• Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions.

• Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems administration.

• Expertise in technology architecture, strategy, and integration.

• Strong grasp of enterprise architecture frameworks, compliance standards, and security.

• Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical debt, and drive innovative solutions.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (retired in 2021)

Preferred:

Azure or AWS Solution Architect

Active CISSP or CSSIP

Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving

• Technical leadership and mentoring

• Adaptability and innovation

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• Growth: AI-powered career tool thatidentifiescareer steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitivepayand paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

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