Enterprise Architect w/Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities & Qualifications

The Enterprise Architect drives alignment between NCIS IT capabilities and DoD/DoN Enterprise Architecture (EA) standards. The Enterprise Architect ensures technology modernization, application rationalization, and cloud-readiness initiatives are coordinated across NCIS's IT portfolio.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Minimum of8years ofexperiencein enterprise IT architecture, systems design, or IT strategic planning. 3+ years supporting federal or DoD enterprise architecture initiatives.

• In-depth understanding of enterprise architecture principles, application rationalization, data integration, and system interoperability.

• Familiar with DoD EA policies, DODAF Department of Defense Architecture Framework views, and system modernization strategies.

• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

• Certifications such as TOGAF, DODAF Department of Defense Architecture Framework , or FEAF Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework training strongly preferred.

• ITIL Foundation or PMP is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree inin Information Systems, engineering, Architecture, or a related field.Master'spreferred

Clearance

• ActiveTopSecret

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop andmaintainthe NCIS Enterprise Architecture roadmap.

• Align application modernization with DoD/DON architecture standards (e.g., DODAF Department of Defense Architecture Framework).

• Collaborate with data governance and cybersecurity teams on enterprise integration.

• Assess emerging technologies for NCIS mission applicability.

• Lead efforts toeliminateredundant tools and drive system consolidation.

• Support IT Portfolio Management and strategic IT investment planning.

• Ensure alignment of technical solutions with NCIS and ITD objectives.

COMPETENCIES

• Enterprise Architecture Design

• IT Modernization & Integration

• Strategic Planning

• Data Governance & System Interoperability

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location:Quantico, VA(NCIS Headquarters)

• Type of environment:Office

• Noise level:Medium

• Work schedule:On-site (Full-Time) - the Program Manager is expected tointerfacedirectly with Government leadership and oversee daily operations across NCIS ITD functional areas, most of which are headquartered at Quantico.

• Amount of Travel:Up to 10% annually.While primarily based at NCIS HQ in Quantico, occasional travel is necessary for program oversight across NCIS's distributed operations.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

ActiveTopSecret

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $195,000 - $245,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Additional Job Information

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We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Job Locations US-VA-Quantico

ID 2025-8324

Category Information Technology

Type Regular Full-Time