Application Architect

Silosmashers, Inc.

Arlington, VA, United States

about 1 month ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

8 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.dice.com

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Applications Architecture Microsoft Azure Software Documentation Zero Trust Network Access Software Engineering Systems Integration Enterprise Software Applications Cloud Platform System Information Technology

Job description

The Application Architect will support DHS CISA in designing, integrating, and modernizing mission-critical applications. This role provides technical leadership in defining architecture standards, ensuring systems meet security requirements, and guiding development teams through implementation., * Define and document enterprise application architectures and integration strategies.

Lead system design to ensure scalability, reliability, and security.
Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and cloud engineers to align solutions with DHS mission needs.
Support modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and Zero Trust adoption.
Conduct technical reviews, validate solutions, and provide guidance on secure coding practices.
Prepare system documentation, architecture diagrams, and interface specifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
8+ years of experience in application design and architecture.
Demonstrated expertise in enterprise software design, system integration, and cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Gov).
Strong understanding of NIST, DHS, and FedRAMP security frameworks.
Professional certification (e.g., AWS/Azure Architect, CISSP, or equivalent) required.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.