Chief Systems Architect

Chief Systems Architect | Gaithersburg, MD, United States | Hybrid | $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 This employer is a globally recognized technology leader serving government and commercial clients with innovative digital solutions. They are known for their distinctive approach to outthinking and outbuilding the status quo, driven by a mission-critical focus. The Role • Serve as the lead technical authority guiding architectural design, systems integration, and enterprise strategy for a high-visibility geospatial intelligence initiative. • Drive 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 across multiple task orders. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions meeting performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements. • Guide technical decision-making across geographically dispersed teams to ensure consistent design patterns and DevSecOps practices. • Represent the program in high-level technical exchanges with the customer and Intelligence Community stakeholders. What You'll Need • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to pass a Polygraph examination. • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 12-15 years of progressive experience in systems architecture, software development, or enterprise IT. • Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing complex, mission-critical enterprise architectures within the Intelligence Community. • Deep expertise in cloud architecture (AWS/C2S/IC GovCloud), data integration, and secure multi-domain systems. • Experience working with geographically dispersed Agile teams and familiarity with SAFe ceremonies. • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53), zero-trust architectures, and cloud security principles. What's On Offer • Competitive salary ranging from $131,300.00 to $237,350.00. • Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans. • Opportunity to shape the future of geospatial intelligence initiatives for a leading organization. • A dynamic environment that encourages innovative thinking and collaboration. Apply via Haystack today!