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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Enterprise Architect, Lead - **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,800.0 - $257,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Engineering, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Software Architecture, Ansible, Cloudera, Togaf, Integration Frameworks, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations, Terraform, DODAF, Devsecops, Serverless Computing, Databricks, Microservices - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://justjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/16809124?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F16809124%2FEnterprise-Architect-Lead-Virginia-Mclean ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience in software delivery across key areas, such as development, cyber security, data engineering and analytics, and operations * Experience in designing, developing, and implementing comprehensive enterprise architecture frameworks for large-scale organizations, including systems, data, applications, and infrastructure * Experience in ensuring compliance with U.S. government cyber compliance, including Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Requirements Guides (SRG), System Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), and mitigating risks in technology implementation and operations * Knowledge of enterprise IT Operations across cloud, on premise, and hybrid environments supporting a wide range of capabilities, including DevSecOps, MLOps, and application and data management * Knowledge of delivering software applications, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, integration platforms, and emerging technologies, such as AI and machine learning * Ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively with executives, IT teams, and business units to align technology solutions with organizational goals * TS/SCI clearance * HS diploma or GED * AWS Associate, Azure Intermediate, DoD 8570 IAT Level III, or 8140 Certification Nice If You Have: * Experience with COTS data platform technology, such as Palantir, Databricks, or Cloudera * Experience with Agentic platforms * Experience with solutions architecture * Experience in business development * Knowledge of common software architecture patterns, such as microservices, layered, event-driven, or serverless * Knowledge of DoDAF or ToGAF * Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code frameworks, such as Terraform or Ansible * Bachelor's degree preferred; Master's degree a plus ## Related Videos - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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