Chief Systems Architect

Chief Systems Architect | Saint Louis, MO, United States | Hybrid | $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 We're hiring on behalf of a leading technology provider to the intelligence community, renowned for its mission-critical solutions and advanced technological services. This organization is at the forefront of supporting defense and intelligence customers with innovative cyber, logistics, security operations, and analytics capabilities. They foster a culture of relentless innovation, pushing boundaries to ensure their clients are equipped to tackle evolving global threats. The Role • Serve as the lead technical authority for architectural design and enterprise strategy on a high-visibility geospatial intelligence initiative. • Guide the development and evolution of architectural frameworks and system-of-systems designs aligned with long-term GEOINT strategies. • Provide authoritative recommendations on technology integration, standards adoption, and data flow optimization. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable, secure, and resilient technical solutions and modern architectures. • Drive cloud-native solution strategies, including containerization and CI/CD pipelines in secure environments. • Represent the program in high-level technical exchanges and governance boards with customer and Intelligence Community stakeholders. What You'll Need • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to pass a Polygraph. • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field with 12-15 years of progressive experience in systems architecture, software development, or enterprise IT, or a Master's with 10-13 years of experience. • Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing complex, mission-critical enterprise architectures within the Intelligence Community. • Deep expertise in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS/C2S/IC GovCloud), data integration, and secure multi-domain systems. • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53), zero-trust architectures, and cloud security principles. • Experience working with geographically dispersed Agile teams, including SAFe ceremonies. What's On Offer • Opportunity to lead architectural design for a critical, high-visibility program. • Collaborative environment with mission stakeholders and other contractors. • Professional development through exposure to emerging technologies and advanced architectures. • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Apply via Haystack today!