Principal Solutions Architecture

Clarity Innovations • Fort Walton Beach, FL

15h • $118,000 - $291,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Clarity Innovations is seeking an on-site Systems Architect in Mary Esther, Florida, to support national security missions for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. The role requires deep expertise in DoD systems and secure tactical communications. At the customer-facing level, the architect will drive system requirements, design, policy development, authorization, acceptance, and transition of technologies integrated into operational systems and environments, including commercial off-the-shelf hardware.

The position integrates tactical radios, sensors, mission systems, and enterprise communications architecture across existing network infrastructure, including cloud, hybrid, and edge environments. The architect develops mission-centric architectures, validates integrated system performance and security, supports users and administrators, and recommends improvements to mission readiness and technical risk. The role also provides integration and hands-on training, system administration, and local and remote support.

Requirements

• At least five years within the last eight years of operational experience with or supporting USASOC or AFSOC.
• At least five years of operational experience with tactical communications.
• Detailed knowledge of AFSOC operations and tactics.
• Experience integrating cross-domain solutions (CDS), SOF Deployable Node (SDN), black/green/red router configurations, tactical mission networks (TMN), Cursor on Target (CoT), protobuf/XML, streaming video, multiplexed MISB KLV metadata, chat, and file shares into command-and-control solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of joint doctrine and joint policies, and detailed working knowledge of processes and procedures for using automated tools to execute Special Operations roles.
• Ability to develop processes and techniques that reduce workload for AFSOC operators and support contractors.
• Working knowledge of SAMS–ESA or the SOMPE suite and hardware.
• Working knowledge of Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK).
• Working knowledge of Windows Tactical Assault Kit (WINTAK).
• Familiarity with TAK Server and field computing device, wearable (FCD-W), mobile device management (MDM), JPECD-TA, or SEME.
• Working knowledge of Execution Planner (XPlan).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline; or a technical school certificate related to computer systems; or equivalent military training.
• CCNA, Network+, or Security+ certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the customer and fulfill contract duties and responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workplace suites.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to hold a Common Access Card (CAC); Secret security clearance required.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and constructive feedback.
• Strong communication and general soft skills.
• Professional and respectful conduct, including giving and receiving feedback respectfully.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach that contributes to a can-do culture.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Git distributed version control systems, such as GitLab.
• Familiarity with Persistent Systems technology, such as Cloud Relay or MPU-5.
• Strong senior mentorship and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide integration and hands-on training support for devices and sensors.
• Develop and maintain updated software and hardware configurations.
• Perform end-to-end testing to validate integrated system performance, security, and reliability.
• Develop user and administrator guides for integrated applications, systems, and configurations.
• Maintain server and client devices and applications.
• Provide local and remote support for integrated systems and software.
• Conduct network-centric system administration.
• Integrate enterprise communications architecture with tactical networking devices.
• Perform other system development, integration, and support duties as assigned.
• Integrate tactical radios, sensors, and mission systems into existing network infrastructures, including cloud, hybrid, and edge environments.
• Recommend system enhancements to improve mission readiness and reduce technical risk for stakeholders.
• Develop edge, cloud, and hybrid mission-centric system architectures that are independent of, or fill operational gaps in, current operational systems.
• Break operational requirements into functional, nonfunctional, data type, and protocol requirements.
• Drive system requirements, design, policy development, authorization, acceptance, and transition of technologies integrated into operational systems and environments, including COTS hardware.
• Provide senior mentorship and technical guidance, including constructive feedback.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements where possible.
• Income protection benefits.
• Resources supporting professional growth and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal