Senior Systems Architect (Top Secret)

Praescient Analytics is a leader in delivering advanced analytic, data engineering, and technology integration solutions in support of the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community, and federal law enforcement. Our mission is to empower analysts and decision-makers through data-driven insights, enabling faster and more effective mission outcomes., Praescient Analytics is seeking a Senior Systems Architect to support a Task Order with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). This individual will be responsible for the design, integration, and optimization of the OPIS system architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with DoD Software Factory and cloud standards., * Design and maintain system architecture across application, data, and infrastructure layers

• Ensure system scalability, reliability, and performance in a cloud-based (AWS) environment

• Lead architectural decisions for DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD integration

• Support system integration across components (IWA, DoR, FDR) and external systems

• Guide modernization efforts, including data migration and system transition activities

• Ensure architecture supports automated testing, performance requirements, and security compliance

• Maintain architecture documentation and ensure alignment with Government standards, * Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated

• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success

• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise

• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain

• A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

• CompTIA Security+ certification

• 10+ years of experience in systems architecture or engineering

• Experience designing and implementing AWS-based architectures, including high-availability and scalable systems

• Experience designing enterprise-scale applications

• Experience with cloud architectures (AWS or equivalent)

• Experience with Java-based systems and distributed architectures

Desired Qualifications

Experience with:

• Document management systems (FileNet or similar)

• Batch processing frameworks (Spring Batch)

• Microservices or modular architectures

• Experience supporting DoD Software Factory environments

• Agile development environments

• Experience with data migration and legacy system transition

• AWS architecture patterns (multi-tier, microservices, event-driven systems)

• Cloud-native design (auto-scaling, fault tolerance, distributed systems)

• Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection. Our team of experts-skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering-brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.