Technical Architect - Active Top Secret required

General Dynamics Information Technology•Washington, DC

5d•$165,750 - $224,250•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to serve as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership, aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals. This role requires the ability to operate independently at both the strategic and technical levels, including performing hands-on engineering work to validate approaches, reduce risk, accelerate decision-making, and conveying proof-of-value benefits to leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
10+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems administration.
Expertise in technology architecture, strategy, and integration.
Strong grasp of enterprise architecture frameworks, compliance standards, and security.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical debt, and drive innovative solutions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Active Top Secret clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (retired in 2011)
Azure or AWS Solution Architect
Active CISSP or CSSIP
Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership on aligning technology strategy with organizational objectives.
Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks.
Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions.
Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance.
Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions.
Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Competitive pay
Paid time off
Variety of medical plan options
Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
Full flex work weeks where possible
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.