Systems Architect

Job Description

Description

SAIC, a leading provider of systems development & deployment, targeting & intelligence analysis, systems engineering & integration, and training capabilities and solutions for the Intelligence Community, is seeking creative and dedicated professionals to fulfill their career goals and objectives while delivering mission excellence on programs of national importance.

*This contract is expected to be awarded in early 2025.

SAIC is currently seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Systems Architect with a strong background in both on-premise and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be an expert in designing scalable, secure, and efficient solutions that align with business goals and technological advancements by leveraging their multi-cloud and cross domain expertise. This position is in Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Strategic Development: Support formulation and execution of a coherent infrastructure strategy, encompassing on-premises data centers and multi-cloud environments.
• Architecture Design: Supporting design and implementation of robust infrastructure architectures, ensuring they meet current and anticipated business requirements.
• Hybrid Integration: Support development of strategies for integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud services, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
• Technology Assessment: Assess and recommend new technologies or upgrades to existing infrastructure, based on cost-benefit analyses and business needs.
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity: Support the establishment and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity strategies for on-premises and cloud environments.
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure infrastructure architecture adherence to compliance standards and best practices for both on-premises and cloud.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work with business and IT leaders to understand strategic business needs and translate them into actionable infrastructure initiatives.
• Cost Management: Optimize infrastructure spending by leveraging cost-effective solutions without compromising on reliability or security.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to the infrastructure team, leading capacity planning, and ensuring skill development aligns with technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.
• Bachelors degree with over 10 years of Systems Architect experience.
• Minimum of 5 + years in IT infrastructure and supporting enterprise-scale infrastructure.
• Proven experience designing and managing on-premise data center operations, including understanding of server hardware, storage systems, networking, and data center facilities.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, including the design and deployment of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.
• Solid experience with hybrid or multi-cloud integrations and cloud migration methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of virtualization technologies and containerization (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in enterprise network architecture design, including segmentation, load balancing, and network security.
• Extensive experience with Agile software development, DevSecOps pipelines.
• Familiarity with IT service management (ITSM) and IT infrastructure library (ITIL) practices.
• Experience with automated configuration and deployment tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Understanding of modern security practices and how they are applied in both on-premises and cloud environments.

Desired:

• Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, or VCP.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.