IT Architect

Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

10+ years of progressive experience in IT systems engineering, systems integration, enterprise architecture, or related technical disciplines within DoD or government environments

Proven experience serving as an IT Architect or equivalent technical design authority supporting complex, multi-site enterprise IT programs

Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams through the full solution lifecycle, including architecture, integration, implementation, testing, and operational delivery

Experience working in fast-paced, mission-focused environments with evolving operational priorities

Strong background in enterprise infrastructure architecture including compute, storage, networking, hardware platforms, and software stack design

Experience with configuration management, integration planning, and architecture documentation development

Proficiency designing and supporting enterprise-level Windows Server and Linux (RHEL/CentOS) environments

Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere or equivalent platforms

Experience with enterprise storage solutions, backup architectures, and disaster recovery strategies

Solid understanding of enterprise networking concepts including routing, switching, segmentation, and firewall architecture

Experience with Active Directory, LDAP, and identity and access management (IAM) architectures

Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks, including RMF and ATO processes

Experience implementing or supporting security hardening and compliance standards such as STIGs and CIS benchmarks

Active TS/SCI clearance

Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent

Experience supporting DoD spectrum warfare, electronic warfare, or mission data management programs

Experience working within SAP/SAR network environments

Experience designing and integrating classified or air-gapped network architectures

Familiarity with DDIL (Disconnected, Degraded, Intermittent, and Limited) communications architectures

Advanced proficiency with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration and architecture

Experience with containerization technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Packer

Familiarity with Elastic Stack technologies including Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana (ELK Stack)

Experience supporting DevSecOps environments and CI/CD pipeline tooling including GitLab and Artifactory

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with current security clearances or those eligible to obtain one.

Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Intelligent Waves is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and employees. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact humanresources@intelligentwaves.com .

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