IT Architect

Intelligent Waves LLC•Eglin AFB, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Intelligent Waves is seeking an experienced IT Architect with extensive expertise in enterprise systems engineering, architecture, and systems integration. The ideal candidate will serve as the lead technical authority for the program, partnering directly with the IT Program Manager to drive the architecture, design, integration, and execution of complex engineering initiatives. This individual will be responsible for translating mission and operational requirements into scalable, secure, and effective technical solutions while guiding the engineering team through successful implementation efforts. The role requires a strong problem solver who can make sound technical decisions, lead cross-functional engineering activities, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. Please note: This position is pending contract approval. Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN. Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost-effective solutions to support the most complex missions. Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Set architectural direction, define quality standards, and mentor engineers to ensure consistent, mission-aligned delivery across the team.
Design and document enterprise IT architectures — compute, storage, networking, and software stack — across multi-site environments, driving hardware and software modernization.
Lead requirements analysis, integration, testing, and verification to ensure solutions meet DoD/Air Force standards and transition successfully to operations.
Align technical solutions with program requirements by partnering with the IT Program Manager, customer stakeholders, and DoD mission partners.
Build and maintain technology roadmaps and configuration baselines across program sites, including hardware refresh cycles and software lifecycle planning.
Ensure all solutions meet RMF compliance by embedding security into architecture and integration processes in coordination with the cybersecurity team.
Own network architecture design — connectivity, segmentation, and transport — ensuring full alignment with the overall solution architecture.
Evaluate and recommend hardware and software technologies to improve capability and performance; stay current on infrastructure trends, DevSecOps, and containerization.
Produce architecture documents, configuration standards, integration plans, and design decision records to support handoff to integration and operations teams.
Identify technical risks across hardware, software, and integration domains and develop mitigation strategies to protect schedule, performance, and mission outcomes.