General Dynamics Information Technology
Senior IT Systems Solution Architect IV (System Architect)
General Dynamics Information Technology, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Job Description
GDIT is the leading systems integrator in the Zero Trust Defense sector market—developing and delivering innovative solutions to government customers. Our Zero Trust business continues experiencing rapid growth, and this is an opportunity to join our team and be a part of creating Cybersecurity solutions that make a real impact.
Responsibilities
Leading the design, development, and operation of Zero Trust security solutions
Ensuring alignment of designs with customer requirements and DoD Zero Trust Execution Roadmap
Creating blueprints for IT systems, including hardware, software, networking, and data storage
Choosing appropriate technologies and components to meet the defined requirements
Integrating system components into a large-scale distributed network
Monitoring and optimizing system performance to ensure efficiency and stability
Designing systems that can handle increasing demands and future growth
Implementing Zero Trust security measures to protect the network, data, applications, and systems from unauthorized access and threats
Staying up to date with industry standards and best practices to ensure that systems are designed and implemented correctly
Leading a team of engineers to ensure successful implementation of the system and integration into the customer environment
Diagnosing and fixing problems with existing systems, as well as identifying and implementing solutions for future challenges
Creating clear and concise documentation for system architecture designs and implementation
Basic Qualifications
Expertise in designing, implementing, and integrating large scale Zero Trust solutions
Strong knowledge of DoD Zero Trust requirements, as defined in the DoD Zero Trust Execution Roadmap
Leadership, problem‑solving, critical thinking, and project management skills
Understanding various system architectures (monolithic, microservices, etc.)
Experience deploying Zero Trust solutions in a high‑scale distributed environment
Effective communication and collaboration skills are needed to work with various stakeholders
Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make critical design decisions
Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python)
Required Skills / Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of experience in systems engineering with strong emphasis on senior‑level roles
Current Secret clearance
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
Expertise in system design, integration, and administration
Expertise implementing Zero Trust capabilities such as user/device management, ICAM, network access control, micro‑segmentation, and ABAC
Deep understanding of Zero Trust Network Architecture and the components involved
Strong understanding of DoD IT standards, industry trends, and best practices for ensuring system reliability and security
Proficiency in frameworks and tools, as well as a strong understanding of system architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices
Experience implementing on‑premise, cloud, and hybrid‑cloud systems
Experience deploying and integrating systems in DoD environments
Desired Skills / Knowledge
Certification such as Certified Technical Architect (CTA), Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA), The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF 9), and Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr)
Certifications in cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Experience working in DoD DDIL environments
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
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, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full‑flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace
The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 – $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
https://gdit.com/tc .
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Responsibilities
Leading the design, development, and operation of Zero Trust security solutions
Ensuring alignment of designs with customer requirements and DoD Zero Trust Execution Roadmap
Creating blueprints for IT systems, including hardware, software, networking, and data storage
Choosing appropriate technologies and components to meet the defined requirements
Integrating system components into a large-scale distributed network
Monitoring and optimizing system performance to ensure efficiency and stability
Designing systems that can handle increasing demands and future growth
Implementing Zero Trust security measures to protect the network, data, applications, and systems from unauthorized access and threats
Staying up to date with industry standards and best practices to ensure that systems are designed and implemented correctly
Leading a team of engineers to ensure successful implementation of the system and integration into the customer environment
Diagnosing and fixing problems with existing systems, as well as identifying and implementing solutions for future challenges
Creating clear and concise documentation for system architecture designs and implementation
Basic Qualifications
Expertise in designing, implementing, and integrating large scale Zero Trust solutions
Strong knowledge of DoD Zero Trust requirements, as defined in the DoD Zero Trust Execution Roadmap
Leadership, problem‑solving, critical thinking, and project management skills
Understanding various system architectures (monolithic, microservices, etc.)
Experience deploying Zero Trust solutions in a high‑scale distributed environment
Effective communication and collaboration skills are needed to work with various stakeholders
Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make critical design decisions
Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python)
Required Skills / Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of experience in systems engineering with strong emphasis on senior‑level roles
Current Secret clearance
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
Expertise in system design, integration, and administration
Expertise implementing Zero Trust capabilities such as user/device management, ICAM, network access control, micro‑segmentation, and ABAC
Deep understanding of Zero Trust Network Architecture and the components involved
Strong understanding of DoD IT standards, industry trends, and best practices for ensuring system reliability and security
Proficiency in frameworks and tools, as well as a strong understanding of system architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices
Experience implementing on‑premise, cloud, and hybrid‑cloud systems
Experience deploying and integrating systems in DoD environments
Desired Skills / Knowledge
Certification such as Certified Technical Architect (CTA), Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA), The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF 9), and Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr)
Certifications in cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Experience working in DoD DDIL environments
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
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, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full‑flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace
The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 – $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
https://gdit.com/tc .
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
#J-18808-Ljbffr