TSE Architecture Lead & Modernization SME

Diaconia; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Diaconia seeks an experienced Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) Architect SME to lead architecture and modernization efforts for a federal client, translating screening missions into technical solutions that improve security and interoperability.

The role involves evaluating technologies, supporting AoA, developing modernization roadmaps, and guiding system integration while aligning with DHS standards and enterprise guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in systems engineering, enterprise architecture, transportation security technology, mission systems architecture, systems integration, or technical modernization.
• Experience leading complex technical architecture and modernization initiatives.
• Experience evaluating technology alternatives and developing technical recommendations.
• Experience conducting technical risk, impact, and interoperability assessments.
• Experience defining system integration, interface, and architecture strategies.
• Experience briefing senior Government and technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) architecture and modernization initiatives.
• Translate screening mission requirements into technical capabilities and architecture recommendations.
• Evaluate current and emerging screening technologies to support modernization planning.
• Support Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), technology assessments, and investment decision activities.
• Assess system integration, interoperability, interface, and operational impacts across TSE environments.
• Develop open architecture, API, interface, and data exchange strategies.
• Support development of TSE data standards, technical documentation, and architecture products.
• Conduct technical risk, impact, and feasibility assessments for proposed solutions.
• Develop modernization roadmaps and transition strategies for screening technologies.
• Collaborate with leadership, engineering teams, manufacturers, technology vendors, and industry partners.
• Ensure alignment with client enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and technical standards.
• Evaluate emerging technologies including AI, automation, biometrics, and advanced screening capabilities.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to senior Government stakeholders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Enterprise architecture

Technical leadership

Stakeholder briefing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Systems Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

TOGAF

FEAF/DoDAF

CISSP

Cloud Certification (AWS/Azure/Google)

ITIL Foundation

Agile/Scrum Certification

Job description

Diaconia seeks an experienced Transportation Security Equipment (TSE) Architect SME to lead architecture and modernization efforts for a federal client, translating screening missions into technical solutions that improve security and interoperability.

The role involves evaluating technologies, supporting AoA, developing modernization roadmaps, and guiding system integration while aligning with DHS standards and enterprise guidance.