Northern, VA area

Full-Time | On-site | Position Contingent Upon Award

Join Synertex LLC and bring your expertise to a mission that matters. We're looking for a System Architect Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a background in cloud architecture, enterprise IT design, and data-centric infrastructure to support critical government and intelligence initiatives. If you're passionate about building scalable, secure, and future-ready architectures and thrive in a strategic, innovation-driven, and collaborative role-this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise-level IT architectures with a focus on cloud-native and hybrid environments
• Define system integration patterns and infrastructure components to support mission requirements
• Develop architectural roadmaps and ensure alignment with organizational strategy
• Lead cloud adoption initiatives and advise on platform selection, migration, and optimization
• Document system components, data flows, and security boundaries in compliance with federal standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, data services, and software development
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive IT modernization and innovation
  
  

Requirements

• TS/SCI clearance required, including additional security screenings
• Full Performance: High school diploma/GED with 8 years, associate's with 6 years, bachelor's with 4 years, or master's with 2 years of relevant experience
• Senior Level: High school diploma/GED with 10 years, associate's with 8 years, bachelor's with 6 years, master's with 4 years, or PhD with 2 years
• Expert/Master Level: High school diploma/GED with 12 years, associate's with 10 years, bachelor's with 8 years, master's with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years
• Strong experience in enterprise system design, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), and data-driven infrastructure
• Proficiency with architecture modeling tools (e.g., ArchiMate, Sparx EA, Visio)
• Deep understanding of system interoperability, security architecture, and service-oriented design
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to interface with senior stakeholders
• Experience designing IT systems for defense, intelligence, or federal agencies
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, DevSecOps, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices
• Familiarity with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) or other federal architecture standards
• Background in transitioning legacy systems to modern cloud-based architectures
  

Join a mission-driven team advancing government communication capabilities and operational readiness. Apply today and become part of Synertex LLC's legacy of innovation, leadership, and excellence.