Chief Systems Architect

Chief Systems Architect | Arnold, MO, United States | Hybrid We're hiring on behalf of a globally recognised leader in the defense and intelligence sectors that leverages technology-enabled services and mission software to support critical missions. This organization is dedicated to providing its customers with the cutting-edge tools and technologies needed to navigate an ever-evolving security landscape and protect people and critical assets. The Role • Serve as the lead technical authority for architectural design, systems integration, and enterprise strategy on a high-visibility geospatial intelligence initiative. • Develop and implement a scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise architecture aligned with current and future geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) missions. • Provide architectural guidance and ensure alignment across multiple task orders to maintain consistency, interoperability, and compliance. • Lead the evolution of architectural frameworks and system-of-systems designs in collaboration with customer leadership and mission stakeholders. • Offer authoritative recommendations on technology integration, standards adoption, and data flow optimization. • 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 examination. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with 12-15 years of relevant experience (or Master's with 10-13 years). • 10+ years of progressive experience in systems architecture, software development, solution engineering, or enterprise IT. • Deep expertise in cloud architecture (AWS/C2S/IC GovCloud), data integration, and secure multi-domain systems. • Proven experience designing and managing complex, mission-critical enterprise architectures within the Intelligence Community. • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53), zero-trust architectures, and cloud security principles. What's On Offer • Opportunity to lead architectural design for a high-visibility GEOINT initiative. • Collaborate with customer leadership and stakeholders to shape future mission capabilities. • Work within a dynamic and mission-focused environment. • Potential for professional growth and engagement with emerging technologies. Apply via Haystack today!