Senior Information Systems Architect

Modoc Tribal Enterprises Authority•Scott AFB, IL

6d•$80,000 - $120,000

About The Position

In this role, you will serve as the architect behind our organization’s application systems and IT infrastructure—designing, shaping, and sustaining the technology that powers our operations. You won’t simply maintain systems; you will create the framework that ensures our information systems are scalable, secure, and built to evolve alongside our business needs. You will translate user needs and operational processes into thoughtful, high-quality technical solutions. By collaborating closely with developers and engineers, you will help define application roadmaps, align development strategies, and ensure seamless integration across platforms and infrastructure. Your work will directly influence how effectively our systems communicate, perform, and grow. As technology advances, you will remain forward-focused—monitoring emerging tools, trends, and best practices to ensure our solutions remain modern, efficient, and aligned with both industry standards and organizational goals. You will assess how systems, applications, and services interact across the environment, carefully evaluating the impact of enhancements, updates, or new implementations. This role calls for deep analytical thinking and technical expertise. You will evaluate system performance, conduct usability testing, strengthen scalability, and ensure security requirements are met with precision. Operating with minimal supervision, you will take ownership of complex and mission-critical initiatives, exercising independent judgment and strategic insight to drive continuous improvement across our technology landscape.

Requirements

Master’s degree in an IT or related discipline
5-9 years of experience; may substitute work experience
Ability to obtain a US government Secret clearance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work individually as well as with cross functional teams
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Air Mobility Command (AMC), US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) or Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC) business, C2, or IT systems
Exposure to IT systems requirements, analysis, and engineering
Experience with Microsoft Office and Visio
Exposure to enterprise architecture frameworks such as DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework (FEAF), or The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)
Exposure to Business Process Modeling Notation, flow charting, or other process mapping approaches