Chief Systems Architect

Chief Systems Architect | Columbia, IL, United States | Hybrid | $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 This employer is a leading technology solutions provider for government and commercial customers, known for driving innovation in mission-critical areas. They are seeking a visionary Chief Systems Architect to guide a high-visibility geospatial intelligence initiative, focusing on scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise architectures. The Role • Serve as the lead technical authority for architectural design, systems integration, and enterprise strategy on a significant geospatial intelligence project. • Develop and evolve architectural frameworks and system-of-systems designs aligned with long-term intelligence strategies. • Provide authoritative recommendations on technology integration, standards adoption, and data flow optimization. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex business needs into robust technical solutions. • Conduct architecture reviews and provide governance to ensure compliance with federal frameworks and cybersecurity mandates. • Drive cloud-native solution strategies, including containerization and CI/CD pipelines in secure environments. What You'll Need • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a Polygraph. • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 12-15 years of relevant experience, or Master’s with 10-13 years of experience. • 10+ years of progressive experience in systems architecture, software development, or enterprise IT. • Deep expertise in cloud architecture (AWS/C2S/IC GovCloud), data integration, and secure multi-domain systems. • Proven experience designing and implementing complex enterprise architectures within the Intelligence Community. • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience presenting technical concepts to diverse audiences. What's On Offer • Opportunity to lead technical direction for a critical national intelligence program. • Collaborative work environment with geographically dispersed Agile teams. • Support for professional development and certifications. • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Apply via Haystack today!