Chief Systems Architect

Chief Systems Architect | St. Louis, MO, United States | Hybrid | $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 We're hiring on behalf of a leading technology and services company that supports defense and intelligence customers, enabling them to protect critical assets and people. This dynamic organization is at the forefront of cybersecurity, logistics, and decision analytics, committed to providing cutting-edge tools and technologies in an ever-evolving security landscape. The Role • Serve as the lead architect for a primary task order, providing overarching architectural guidance and ensuring consistency across the program. • Act as the principal systems architect and strategic technical advisor for enterprise systems design, cloud integration, and architecture modernization. • Drive the development and evolution of architectural frameworks and system-of-systems designs to support long-term geospatial intelligence (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 compliant technical solutions. • Guide technical decision-making across geographically dispersed teams, ensuring consistent design patterns and DevSecOps practices. What You'll Need • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to pass a Polygraph examination. • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline with 12-15 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 10-13 years of experience. • 10+ years of progressive 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. • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53), zero-trust architectures, and cloud security principles. What's On Offer • Opportunity to lead technical strategy for high-visibility geospatial intelligence initiatives. • Work with a team known for its innovation and commitment to mission success. • Collaborative environment supporting geographically dispersed Agile teams. • Professional development opportunities to stay at the forefront of technology. Apply via Haystack today!