Systems Architect

Jasint•Annapolis Junction, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Architect with deep expertise in Global Command and Control System (GCCS) and Joint Planning and Execution Services (JPES) to support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) command and control (C2) environments. This role will lead the design, integration, and evolution of distributed, secure, and data-driven architectures supporting joint warfighting capabilities across strategic, operational, and tactical domains.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in DoD systems engineering or architecture roles
Demonstrated experience with: GCCS (GCCS-J, GCCS-M, or GCCS-A) architectures and data flows
Demonstrated experience with: JPES / JOPES modernization efforts
Demonstrated experience with: C2 systems integration within Combatant Commands or Joint environments
Strong understanding of: DoDAF framework and architecture artifacts
Strong understanding of: DISA infrastructure and enterprise services
Strong understanding of: Zero Trust, RMF, and cybersecurity architectures
Experience designing systems in cloud (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and hybrid environments
Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and multi-level security (MLS) architectures
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
AWS/Azure
AI/ML
Specialty Security+ / CISSP (DoD 8570/8140 compliant)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DISA programs (e.g., GSM-O, GCCS-J modernization, JADC2 initiatives)
Knowledge of Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP) and execution workflows
Experience with data fabrics, APIs, and event-driven architectures
Familiarity with AI/ML integration in DoD decision-support systems
Master’s degree
INCOSE CSEP / ESEP
AWS/Azure Architect certifications
Strategic thinking with mission-focused architecture design
Ability to operate in complex, classified environments
Strong communication skills across technical and operational stakeholders
Proven leadership in multi-contractor, matrixed environments

Responsibilities

Architect and design end-to-end C2 systems integrating GCCS, JPES, and related mission applications
Lead system-of-systems engineering across joint, interagency, and coalition environments
Define and implement data integration and fusion strategies across DISA and Combatant Command systems
Develop cloud-enabled and hybrid architectures supporting both enterprise and DDIL (Disconnected, Degraded, Intermittent, Low-bandwidth) environments
Ensure compliance with DoD Zero Trust Architecture, RMF, and Cross Domain Solution (CDS) requirements
Translate operational requirements into scalable technical architectures and design artifacts (OV-1, SV-1, SV-6, etc.)
Provide technical leadership in DevSecOps environments (e.g., Platform One, Kubernetes-based ecosystems)
Support AI/ML-enabled data analytics integration into C2 workflows and decision support tools
Interface with stakeholders across DISA, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, and Service Components
Lead technical reviews, architecture boards, and design decision processes