Lead Systems Architect / DTAM / (Hybrid) [Contingent]

1. Provide technical and management leadership for major system and technology initiatives
2. Establish project goals, technical strategies, and execution plans aligned with DTAM objectives
3. Direct and oversee task execution to ensure technical requirements and delivery objectives are achieved
4. Lead application architecture, modernization, development, and operational management activities
5. Establish, document, and maintain architecture standards, governance artifacts, and technical frameworks
6. Oversee application testing, security integration, operations, maintenance, and cloud migration activities
7. Support implementation of DevSecOps practices and scalable agile methodologies
8. Guide cloud-native, API-based, microservices, and containerized architecture strategies
9. Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership across multiple project assignments
10. Evaluate technical performance and recommend improvements impacting project growth and modernization efforts

• 10-14 years of relevant systems architecture, enterprise architecture, or large-scale application modernization experience
• Experience leading major technology assignments and serving as a technical expert across multiple initiatives
• Strong knowledge of application architecture and design oversight principles
• Experience with DevSecOps integration, automated testing, and security-focused development practices
• Experience planning and executing cloud and multi-cloud migration activities
• Experience with infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems
• Hands-on experience with microservices, API-based, serverless, and containerized architectures
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture concepts and enterprise security integration
• Experience supporting cloud-native platforms and enterprise modernization initiatives
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:

• Certifications:

• TOGAF certification
• Cloud Architecture certification (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• CISSP certification
• Big data certification from AWS, Google, or Azure
• Cloud database certification
• Data analytics certification

• Experience supporting federal government modernization initiatives
• Experience working within Agile and scaled Agile environments

Please Note: We maintain an on-camera policy for all virtual company meetings to foster engagement and collaboration. Reasonable exceptions may be granted with prior approval from Human Resources and/or the applicable manager or client.

We offer exceptional comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability); 401(k); Health and Wellness Benefits; and Paid Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Holiday Time. You're eligible for bonuses throughout the year as part of our incentive program for innovation, and business development. All employees are also considered for an annual raise, commensurate with performance and company commitment., Salary Range: - $140K - $185K commensurate with the candidate's skills, experience, location, and qualifications.

About iWorks: iWorks Corporation, founded in 2005, is a leading provider of information technology and professional services to the federal government. We are a recognized leader in personnel security and vetting solutions, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps, data analytics, and cloud solutions. Our continuous process improvement approach, combined with our business and technology expertise, results in innovative solutions., iWorks is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment for all employees and ensuring the security and well-being of our clients. As part of our standard hiring process, we may conduct background checks and drug screenings on potential candidates to assess their suitability for employment.