Lead Enterprise Architect - TOP SECRET Clearance

Req ID:385072NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect - TOP SECRET Clearance to join our team in Arlington, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).Job Summary:NTT DATA is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to serve as the senior technical advisor for the client’s network, cloud, application, and enterprise technology strategy and design. The right candidate combines practical architecture leadership with enough engineering depth to translate mission and business needs into secure, scalable, interoperable solutions, guide technical teams, develop business cases and roadmaps, and help the client evaluate and integrate new technologies. This role does not require expertise in every cloud, platform, or tool in the environment.Job Duties:Lead development and maintenance of enterprise technology strategy, target architecture, architecture standards, roadmaps, taxonomies, reference patterns, and conceptual and logical designs.Collaborate with Government stakeholders to identify business, functional, and technical requirements for new or enhanced enterprise capabilities.Lead network, cloud, and application architecture and design efforts that integrate with the client’s enterprise environment and support mission objectives.Develop or support business cases, alternatives analyses, ROI assessments, trade studies, technology evaluations, and recommendations for new technologies and services.Guide development and review of System Design Documents, Detailed Design Documents, technical requirements, architecture diagrams, implementation plans, and other engineering artifacts.Ensure architectures address security, scalability, resiliency, interoperability, performance, flexibility, operational supportability, and alignment with client standards.Work with network, cloud, security, identity, mobility, collaboration, and operations teams to resolve cross-domain design issues and transition approved solutions into production.Apply Agile and Scrum practices to architecture and engineering initiatives and communicate technical recommendations clearly to both executive and engineering audiences.Mentor architects and engineers and provide practical technical leadership during reviews, proofs of concept, modernization efforts, and complex issue resolution.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a closely related technical field.In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, at least 15 years of relevant IT architecture and engineering experience is required.Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering and at least five years of network architecture experience.Minimum 5 years of experience leading enterprise architecture or solution architecture for complex, integrated IT environments.Minimum 5 years of experience with cloud architecture and integration in a hybrid/multi cloud environment.Minimum 5 years of experience translating business and functional requirements into architecture decisions, standards, designs, and implementation guidance.Minimum 5 years of experience developing business cases, technology recommendations, or ROI/alternatives analyses.Minimum 5 years of experience with Federal security, compliance expectations and secure-by-design architecture principles.Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain SCI accessPreferred Qualifications:Architecture experience spanning several of the following: enterprise networking, hybrid or multi-cloud, identity and access management, mobility, collaboration, application integration, monitoring/logging, or automation.Experience with architecture frameworks or modeling practices such as TOGAF, ArchiMate, DoDAF, or equivalent practical methods.Experience supporting Federal modernization, engineering-to-operations transition, technical governance, or architecture review boards.Relevant cloud, architecture, security, or networking certification.Experience supporting DHS, CISA, or another highly regulated or classified Federal environment.NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $117,232 - $195,388. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.About NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, .NTT DATA endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.Job SummaryJob number: 385072Date posted : 2026-08-04Profession: OtherEmployment type: Full time