Chief Systems Architect

Chief Systems Architect | Hartford, IL, United States | Hybrid | $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 This employer is a leading technology solutions provider for government and commercial clients, renowned for its innovative approach to complex challenges. They are seeking a distinguished Chief Systems Architect to spearhead critical geospatial intelligence initiatives, ensuring the development and implementation of advanced, secure, and resilient enterprise architectures. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence strategic technical direction and drive technological advancements in a high-impact environment. The Role • Serve as the lead architect for a primary task order, providing architectural guidance and alignment across the broader program to ensure consistency and interoperability. • Act as the principal systems architect and strategic technical advisor on enterprise systems design, cloud integration, and architecture modernization. • Lead the development and evolution of architectural frameworks and system-of-systems designs aligned with long-term geospatial intelligence strategies. • Provide authoritative recommendations on technology integration, standards adoption, and data flow optimization. • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions that meet performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements. • Guide technical decision-making across geographically dispersed teams to ensure consistent design patterns and best practices. What You'll Need • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to pass a Polygraph examination. • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field with 12-15 years of progressive experience, or a Master’s with 10-13 years of experience. • 10+ years of experience in systems architecture, software development, solution engineering, or enterprise IT. • Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing complex, mission-critical enterprise architectures. • Deep expertise in cloud architecture (AWS/C2S/IC GovCloud), data integration, and secure multi-domain systems. • Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53) and cloud security principles. What's On Offer • Opportunity to lead architectural design for high-visibility geospatial intelligence initiatives. • Collaborate with customer leadership and mission stakeholders on strategic technical direction. • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and continuous learning opportunities. • Competitive compensation package including comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits. Apply via Haystack today!