Application Architect

Application ArchitectLocation: On-Site - Arlington, VA Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract.Summary: The Application Architect will support DHS CISA in designing, integrating, and modernizing mission-critical applications. This role provides technical leadership in defining architecture standards, ensuring systems meet security requirements, and guiding development teams through implementation.Responsibilities:Define and document enterprise application architectures and integration strategies.Lead system design to ensure scalability, reliability, and security.Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and cloud engineers to align solutions with DHS mission needs.Support modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and Zero Trust adoption.Conduct technical reviews, validate solutions, and provide guidance on secure coding practices.Prepare system documentation, architecture diagrams, and interface specifications.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).8+ years of experience in application design and architecture.Demonstrated expertise in enterprise software design, system integration, and cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Gov).Strong understanding of NIST, DHS, and FedRAMP security frameworks.Professional certification (e.g., AWS/Azure Architect, CISSP, or equivalent) required.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.