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# Senior Systems Architect (Top Secret)

- **Company:** Praescient Analytics
- **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Batch Processing, Cloud Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Data Migration, Document Management Systems, Distributed Systems, Integrated Windows Authentication, Fault Tolerance, IBM Software, Software Factory, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Cloud Platform System, Autoscaling, Cloudformation, Event Driven Architecture, Terraform, Spring Batch, Devsecops, Microservices
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9029427/senior-systems-architect-top-secret

## About the Role

* 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)

## Description

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 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


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