IT Infrastructure Architect, Lead

IT Infrastructure Architect, LeadThe Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Architect to lead the modernization of the Air Force’s Air Operations Center(AOC)weapon system, a critical command and control (C2) capability. This architect will shape the next‑generation by modernizing hybrid cloud, data, and application ecosystems, advancing automation, and redesigning infrastructure to improve operational agility and resiliency in highly contested environments.In this role, you will drive technical roadmaps aligned to AOC warfighter architectures, evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, and guide the evolution of enterprise‑scale C2 infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in secure, cloud‑enabled environments, systems integration across legacy and modern platforms, and mission‑focused engineering that directly enhances AOC readiness, data interoperability, and decision superiority for warfighters.What You’ll Work On: Design and enhance enterprise infrastructure architectures across cloud, on‑prem, and hybrid environments.Lead technical planning and CONOPS development supporting mission and operational requirements.Integrate secure practices, including hardening, RMF alignment, and vulnerability mitigation, into all infrastructure designs.Support DevSecOps pipelines, container platforms, and modernized development environments.Evaluate and integrate new technologies, ensuring alignment with organizational mission, security standards, and digital engineering practices.Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver resilient, scalable solutions.Join us. The world can’t wait.You Have: 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure architectureExperience providing enterprise-level IT architecture and engineering servicesExperience with team leadership and personnel management encompassing a varied set of operational technology domains and staff membersExperience with virtualization, networking, enterprise compute stacks, RMF or NIST frameworks, secure architecture principles, and cloud service models such as IaaS, PaaS, or SaaSKnowledge of Agile software development life cycles and IT enterprise support components to enable DevOps-based application deliveryKnowledge of DevSecOps tools and modern application hosting environmentsAbility to work in a very dynamic DoD client operational environment with mission-focused support and quick reactionary needsTS/SCI clearanceBachelor’s degreeDoDI 8570.01 Level III Information Assurance System Architect and Engineer (IASAE)Certification such as CISSP-ISSEP or AP CertificationNice If You Have: Experience providing executive-level technical briefings and presentations to senior government personnelExperience modernizing large, complex, or distributed mission support systemsExperience with DevOps and ITIL-based operations methodologiesExperience facilitating IT systems to meet cybersecurity Assessment and Authorization (A&A) compliance standards for DoD RMFExperience supporting DoD, AOC, or similar mission environmentsExperience with digital engineering, data integration, and enterprise architecture frameworks Knowledge of Windows Server technologies, Docker container-based technology deployment and delivery, IT performance management and monitoring, IT infrastructure automation, including Ansible, and virtualization technologiesCloud Security or Cloud-related Technology CertificationClearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information;TS/SCI clearance is required.CompensationAt Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity StatementAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.Candidate AI Usage PolicyAI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided. Work ModelOur people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.SummaryLocation: Rome, NYType: Full time