ARKA Group, LP
IT Enterprise Applications Lead (W)
ARKA Group, LP ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today. Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now! Position Overview
We are seeking a visionary and hands‑on leader to drive our Enterprise Application Services function. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and strategic alignment of our business‑critical applications—including SAP, engineering tools, collaboration platforms, and integrated systems. The ideal candidate will blend deep technical expertise with strategic foresight, guiding application lifecycle management while fostering cross‑functional collaboration and vendor partnerships. We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates. Responsibilities
Oversee end‑to‑end support for business applications, including ERP (SAP), engineering tools, and collaboration platforms (e.g., M365, Teams). Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across the application portfolio. Ensure high availability, performance, and user satisfaction through proactive monitoring and support. Design and manage application integrations across enterprise systems, ensuring data integrity and seamless workflows. Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to maintain robust, compliant, and scalable architectures. Supervise database administration activities, including performance tuning, backup/recovery, and lifecycle upgrades. Partner with platform owners to optimize cloud/on‑prem hosting strategies. Develop and execute multi‑year application roadmaps aligned with business and IT strategy. Create and manage an inventory of all enterprise applications, including SaaS systems, for support, license, and compliance efficiencies. Lead application consolidation efforts to reduce complexity, cost, and technical debt. Champion modernization initiatives, including upgrades, cloud migration, and process automation. Manage relationships with software vendors, negotiating contracts, renewals, and service levels. Oversee license compliance, usage optimization, and cost control across the application landscape. Build and mentor a high‑performing team of application analysts, engineers, and administrators, from scratch. Serve as a strategic partner to business units, translating needs into scalable technology solutions. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related subject, or equivalent experience; master’s preferred. 5+ years of experience in enterprise applications, including ERP, collaboration tools, and application integration. Proven leadership in managing a large application landscape, consolidation efforts, and vendor management. Strong understanding of ERP (prefer SAP) architecture and support models. Experience with M365 and engineering tool ecosystems (e.g., PLM, CAD platforms). Knowledge of database technologies (SQL Server, Oracle, etc.) and integration frameworks (e.g., APIs, middleware). Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills. Preferred
Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or regulated industries. Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, and DevOps methodologies. Working knowledge of compliance frameworks such as CMMC, NIST, or SOX, and their impact on enterprise applications. Experience operationalizing process discipline through ITIL‑aligned service delivery, change management, and audit readiness. Location
Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home, all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City and Boston, making great day trips and weekend getaways possible. What We Offer
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages. Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts. 401(k) retirement plan with industry‑leading company contributions. 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events. 13 paid holidays. Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs. Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance. Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. 4 weeks paid parental leave. Employee assistance program (EAP). EHS/Environmental Requirements
This job operates in a professional office environment. The employee routinely uses hands to keyboard, communicates, listens to, and interprets instructions and remains stationary for extended periods. The role may require moving around the campus and occasionally lifting items weighing up to 25 lb. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants are invited to request an accommodation. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or call 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources. ITC & Security Clearance Requirements
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance. Visa Restrictions
No visa sponsorship is available for this position. Pre‑employment Screenings
Employment with any ARKA company in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a credit check, background check, and drug screen.
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ARKA Group, LP ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today. Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now! Position Overview
We are seeking a visionary and hands‑on leader to drive our Enterprise Application Services function. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and strategic alignment of our business‑critical applications—including SAP, engineering tools, collaboration platforms, and integrated systems. The ideal candidate will blend deep technical expertise with strategic foresight, guiding application lifecycle management while fostering cross‑functional collaboration and vendor partnerships. We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates. Responsibilities
Oversee end‑to‑end support for business applications, including ERP (SAP), engineering tools, and collaboration platforms (e.g., M365, Teams). Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across the application portfolio. Ensure high availability, performance, and user satisfaction through proactive monitoring and support. Design and manage application integrations across enterprise systems, ensuring data integrity and seamless workflows. Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to maintain robust, compliant, and scalable architectures. Supervise database administration activities, including performance tuning, backup/recovery, and lifecycle upgrades. Partner with platform owners to optimize cloud/on‑prem hosting strategies. Develop and execute multi‑year application roadmaps aligned with business and IT strategy. Create and manage an inventory of all enterprise applications, including SaaS systems, for support, license, and compliance efficiencies. Lead application consolidation efforts to reduce complexity, cost, and technical debt. Champion modernization initiatives, including upgrades, cloud migration, and process automation. Manage relationships with software vendors, negotiating contracts, renewals, and service levels. Oversee license compliance, usage optimization, and cost control across the application landscape. Build and mentor a high‑performing team of application analysts, engineers, and administrators, from scratch. Serve as a strategic partner to business units, translating needs into scalable technology solutions. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related subject, or equivalent experience; master’s preferred. 5+ years of experience in enterprise applications, including ERP, collaboration tools, and application integration. Proven leadership in managing a large application landscape, consolidation efforts, and vendor management. Strong understanding of ERP (prefer SAP) architecture and support models. Experience with M365 and engineering tool ecosystems (e.g., PLM, CAD platforms). Knowledge of database technologies (SQL Server, Oracle, etc.) and integration frameworks (e.g., APIs, middleware). Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills. Preferred
Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or regulated industries. Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, and DevOps methodologies. Working knowledge of compliance frameworks such as CMMC, NIST, or SOX, and their impact on enterprise applications. Experience operationalizing process discipline through ITIL‑aligned service delivery, change management, and audit readiness. Location
Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home, all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City and Boston, making great day trips and weekend getaways possible. What We Offer
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages. Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts. 401(k) retirement plan with industry‑leading company contributions. 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events. 13 paid holidays. Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs. Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance. Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. 4 weeks paid parental leave. Employee assistance program (EAP). EHS/Environmental Requirements
This job operates in a professional office environment. The employee routinely uses hands to keyboard, communicates, listens to, and interprets instructions and remains stationary for extended periods. The role may require moving around the campus and occasionally lifting items weighing up to 25 lb. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants are invited to request an accommodation. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or call 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources. ITC & Security Clearance Requirements
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance. Visa Restrictions
No visa sponsorship is available for this position. Pre‑employment Screenings
Employment with any ARKA company in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a credit check, background check, and drug screen.
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