Technical Architect - Active Top Secret required

Gdit

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to serve as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership, aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals. This role requires the ability to operate independently at both the strategic and technical levels, including performing hands-on engineering work to validate approaches, reduce risk, accelerate decision-making, and conveying proof-of-value benefits to leadership.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership on aligning technology strategy with organizational objectives.
Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks.
Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions.
Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance.
Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions.
Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

10+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems administration.
Expertise in technology architecture, strategy, and integration.
Strong grasp of enterprise architecture frameworks, compliance standards, and security.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical debt, and drive innovative solutions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (retired in 2021)

Preferred :

Azure or AWS Solution Architect

Active CISSP or CSSIP

Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator

Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Technical leadership and mentoring
Adaptability and innovation

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

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