Systems Architect

Lead Solution ArchitectLocation: McLean, VADepartment: [e.g., IT / Engineering / Infrastructure]Security Clearance: Secret, TS/SCI requiredReports To: Program MangerAbout the RoleDell Federal is seeking a visionary Lead Solution Architect to spearhead the design, integration, and deployment of our next-generation, on-premise private cloud ecosystem. In this highly visible leadership role, you will be the technical authority responsible for harmonizing multiple disparate technology families—including diverse operating systems (Linux/Windows), storage arrays, software-defined networking, and unified communications (voice/video)—into a cohesive, secure, and resilient infrastructure.You will lead the charge in shifting our infrastructure paradigms toward an Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps-driven deployment strategy, utilizing modern bare-metal provisioning platforms like Tinkerbell to automate from the silicon up. Because this platform serves mission-critical operations, you will design the environment to meet strict DoD/IC security standards, integrating Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) to ensure secure, controlled data transfer across multi-level security enclaves. Operating within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), you will align complex technical roadmaps with business objectives, guiding cross-functional agile teams from architectural design through execution.Key Responsibilities- Private Cloud Architecture & Integration: Design and oversee the implementation of a highly available, multi-tenant on-premise private cloud capable of securely hosting both enterprise Linux and Windows Server workloads at scale.- Network Automation & S Architect automated provisioning workflows from bare-metal up to the hypervisor/OS layer using platforms such as Tinkerbell, Canonical MAAS, or similar IaaS provisioning tools.- GitOps & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Define, champion, and enforce a Git-centric (GitOps) deployment strategy. Ensure all infrastructure and OS-level configurations are version-controlled in Git and executed via automated, declarative CI/CD workflows.- Cross Domain & DoD/IC Security: Architect