Principal Solutions Architect

Fort Belvoir, VA

Full Time

Experienced

Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success!

Job Summary
JCS Solutions is seeking an experienced Principal Solutions Architect to join our Integrated Information Technology Support Services (I3TS) team, who will support an extensive digital modernization program critical to Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in Fort Belvoir, VA. The System Architect will work closely with the Leidos and Government technical leadership team to help drive innovation, growth, and efficiencies within the I3TS portfolio.
Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance. U. S. Citizen a must.

What’s in it for you:

Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
A robust benefits package:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-and-long term disability
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
- And more!

What you will do:

Support the I3TS Principal Solutions Architect in identifying service gaps and areas for improvement and driving continual innovation to evolve DTRA’s IT Infrastructure to meet current and future requirements
Identify and explore opportunities for improving the following areas within I3TS, then leading the analysis of alternatives and proof of concept development that leads to the establishment of dedicated projects to implement the targeted and approved improvements:
Improving the performance of site surveys and migrations such that they are standardized, repeatable, automated, flexible, and efficient
Improving the use of automation to minimize staffing requirements, reduce the risk of human error, and enable staff to focus on more complex activities
Establishing open design principles to provide solutions that operate in a compatible, non-vendor lock-in environment with minimal custom configuration
Incorporate emerging technologies that enhance cybersecurity, drive down total cost, and enhance the end-user experience
Work closely with project teams to ensure that the execution, aimed at implementing the targeted and approved improvements, remains aligned to the vision and intent of the improvements
Collaborate with Leidos Team and Government stakeholders to identify potential areas for improvement
Conduct an initial feasibility assessment of candidate initiatives, followed by a more detailed analysis of alternatives
Document and present the results of the analysis to Leidos and Government stakeholders through the engineering review boards
Oversee the development of proofs of concept, which are narrowly scoped projects (3 months or less) to provide demonstrable and measurable insights into the utility of the candidate improvement(s)
Draft a detailed project plan outlining the technical approach as well as the cost, schedule, and risks to thoroughly implement the improvement.

What you will bring:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Engineering Management, Management Information Systems, or related STEM degree program, and 8 - 10 years of relevant experience.
Experience designing solutions for secure, scalable, and robust on premise and cloud-based virtualized infrastructures.
Experience planning and executing the migration of applications and services.
Experience developing and maintaining architecture artifacts, and effectively communicating the Design to executive and technical stakeholders
Experience evaluating and recommending new technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve performance, scalability, security, and costs
Experience operating in a DevSecOps environment of comparable size and complexity
Proven written and oral communications skills targeted at all levels of an organization
Ability to obtain and maintain DoW TS/SCI clearance
Must possess an active DoW 8570 IAT Level II certification OR ability to obtain certification (such as CompTIA Sec+) within 60 days of starting position

How will you wow us:

Experience Designing, deploying, and maintaining IT infrastructures for DTRA or other DoW organizations

JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.

JCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Top Places to Work certified company.
Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!

Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients
Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.

At JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $68,000.00 to $101,000.00
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