Enterprise Architecture Analyst with Security Clearance

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Snowcreek Consulting is seeking a junior Enterprise Architecture Analyst responsible for supporting the analysis, design, and development of enterprise and systems architectures in support of the DoD Chief Information Officer (CIO) Special Access Program Information
Technology (SAP IT). This role ensures that architecture strategies align with mission requirements, federal and DoD policies, and emerging technologies across classified environments.

The position supports strategic planning, governance, and modernization efforts using frameworks such as DoDAF, the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), MBSE, and ICAM. This position requires five days per week of in-office work in Arlington, VA, and may include periodic work from other Government facilities in the National Capital Region.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Enterprise and Systems Architecture Leadership o Support enterprise architecture assessments to identify risks, gaps, and inefficiencies in current SAP IT environments. o Define target architecture states and create comprehensive transition roadmaps that align with DoD CIO strategy and mission priorities. o Collaborate with stakeholders to define architecture direction for IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, data systems, and emerging technologies.

Architecture Development and Documentation o Apply the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) to model enterprise, operational, and system viewpoints that complement DoDAF architecture products. o Architect and document data, cloud, software, security, and ICAM solutions that support
SAP IT's operational goals. o Create and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs), design specifications, and integration strategies.

Governance and Framework Alignment o Establish and enforce enterprise architecture governance processes, including change management and architecture board reviews. o Align systems architecture development with DoD-wide guidance such as the DoD ICAM
Reference Architecture, RMF policies, and the Fulcrum Strategy.

Emerging Technologies and MBSE Integration o Guide the implementation of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital twins, and digital threads into SAP IT architecture workflows. o Learn to apply modeling languages such as SysML and UAF, and architecture tools (e.g.,
Cameo, Sparx EA). o Evaluate the scalability and integration potential of new technologies including AI/ML, cloud-native services, and cross-domain solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication o Collaborate with program stakeholders, DoD Components, and IC partners to ensure interoperability and architecture alignment. o Support delivery of technical briefings, architecture presentations, and white papers to leadership and technical teams. o Support the development and delivery of enterprise architecture training and awareness materials.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information
Technology, or a related technical field.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Exposure to the DoDAF, the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), ICAM, RMF, cybersecurity architecture, and cloud/network integration.
Exposure to architecture modeling tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx Enterprise
Architect).
Understanding of data governance, cybersecurity, and cross-domain architecture design.
Demonstrated competency applying the Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) to develop and integrate enterprise, operational, and system architecture viewpoints.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree or relevant technical certifications (e.g., TOGAF, DoDAF Certification, OMGCertified
UAF Practitioner, CISSP, AWS Solutions Architect).
Experience with SAP IT programs or supporting classified DoD/IC environments.
Experience with enterprise architecture tools such as Innoslate.
Experience with NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, or cross-domain IC infrastructure.
Familiarity with federal digital engineering initiatives and DevSecOps environments.

CLEARANCE REQUIRED: US Citizenship required. Must hold an active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and eligibility for SAP access prior to start.