Engineer / Solutions Architect

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for an experienced and highly skilled Engineer / Solutions Architect with an active Secret clearance to provide strategic technical leadership in designing, integrating, and optimizing secure IT solutions for government systems. This position will be on-site 5 days a week in Merrifield, VA.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, serving as a subject matter expert across multiple domains

Shape and influence the organization's strategic direction through visionary planning and collaboration with stakeholders

Design, implement, and align solution architectures with Data and Enterprise Architecture standards, ensuring compliance and modernization

Lead development and documentation of formalized solution methodologies, maintain architecture repositories, and promote best practices

Conduct research on emerging technologies to recommend cost-effective, flexible solutions that drive innovation across cloud, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and enterprise platforms

Collaborate closely with delivery teams, project managers, vendors, and government stakeholders to estimate, plan, and oversee solution implementation and integration

Model business and system processes to provide technical artifacts such as system diagrams, detailed design documents, workflow diagrams, and project plans

Provide ongoing technical guidance during solution implementation within Agile cross-functional teams, managing risks and communicating with senior leadership

Review and advise on architectural designs from other architects to ensure adherence to

Drive modernization of legacy systems and align technology initiatives with mission objectives, fostering collaboration across development, product owners, and government teams

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with 12+ yrs experience with large integrated projects

Required Skills and Experience

Extensive experience in developing strategic systems architecture

Experience in system design and development

Experience in system and network design and development

Ability to produce requirement artifacts : data flow diagrams, UML modeling techniques include sequence, component, deployment and domain models

A background in software development with ability to code at some level and knowledge of APIs and SDKs

A technical architecture background with an understanding of high-level networks, routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and operating systems

Strong experience with, web servers, API gateways, cross-domain solutions, service-oriented architectures, web services (REST), microservice patterns, service buses and integration patterns, security practices used in federal spaces

Proven experience with databases and data storage including NoSQL and SQL database

Familiarity with cross-domain solution architectures, data labeling, and secure data transfer protocols.

Experience working in secure environments, preferably within the DOJ, and understanding of FISMA, NIST, or RMF compliance.

This individual will understand the vision and communicate technology solutions along with roadmaps to achieve modernization results

Familiarity with REST, Java, and ColdFusion

Experience with Agile / Scrum methodologies and leading cross-functional teams.

Clearance Required : Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect :

During the Interview Process

Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and / or team

Camera must be on

A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

During the Hiring Process

Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

Background check, to include :

Criminal history (past 7 years)

Verification of your highest level of education

Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including :

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

Training, Education and Certification Assistance

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

• Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability / vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $210,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 / Yr.

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Location US-VA-Fairfax

ID 2025-6985

Category IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering & Operations

Position Type Full-Time