Lead Enterprise Architect (226)
Description
OVERVIEW
iTech AG is looking for a Lead Enterprise Architect to provide support to our federal government customer. The Lead Architect will design and implement enterprise-scale architectures that align with GSA’s modernization goals.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the design of scalable, secure, and modular architectures.
- Ensure cloud-native adoption, scalability, and security in line with Agile and DevSecOps principles.
- Provide architectural oversight for enterprise projects.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
- Advocate and implement DevSecOps best practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience in architecture domains.
- Strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS and modern frameworks.
- Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, and PHP.
- Experience defining the architecture of cloud-deployed applications (AWS preferred).
- Experience with containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, or other similar tooling.
- Experience defining and driving SecDevOps best practices within large teams.
- Experience establishing legacy modernization and migration roadmaps for large-scale applications.
- Experience building applications using service-oriented, microservice, and/or API-based architectures at an enterprise scale.
- Experience with event-driven applications using queues, service-bus, and other related patterns.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Expert in collaborating with team members.
- Ability to gather and keep federal government clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the public sector or federal projects
- Knowledge of FedRAMP compliance and cloud security protocols
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
- Certifications: AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or equivalent
SECURITY CLEARANCE
- Ability to obtain and maintain public trust clearance or higher.
- Existing GSA clearance is not required but is nice to have.
- Pursuant to a government contract, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.