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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Solutions Architect - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Holloman Air Force Base, NM, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $146,000.0 - $234,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Computing Platforms, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Distributed Systems, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, SC Clearance, Containerization, Devsecops - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9087648/lead-solutions-architect ## About the Role * This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top-Secret clearance and SCI eligibility. The candidate must maintain the clearance. * Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM or Management field with 12+ years of experience, or 10 years experience with Masters or 7 years with PhD. Four (4) years experience will be considered in lieu of degree. * Experience developing technical solutions for enterprise, cloud, or hybrid computing environments. * Experience supporting systems integration across software, infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity domains. * Knowledge of systems engineering principles, system lifecycle processes, and architecture development. * Experience working directly with Government customers to define technical solutions and resolve complex engineering challenges. * Strong understanding of satellite ground systems, command and control systems, or other mission-critical operational environments. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to both engineering and Government stakeholders. * Understanding of DoD acquisition, contracting, finance, budgeting, and technical review processes. * Strong communication, leadership, analytical, and organizational skills. * Ability to operate in secure, high-tempo environments. * Must possess a relevant architecture or cloud certification, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, INCOSE CSEP/CSE, CISSP, or an equivalent industry-recognized technical certification. Desired Qualifications * Master's degree or advanced in a related technical discipline. * Experience supporting United States Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command (SSC), or similar DoD space programs. * Experience with cloud platforms, containerized environments, DevSecOps, or digital engineering practices. * Experience with architecture modeling tools or MBSE methodologies. * Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture, RMF, and secure system design principles. ## Description * Develop end-to-end technical solutions supporting satellite ground systems, mission operations, and enterprise services. * Translate operational and customer requirements into scalable system architectures and implementation strategies. * Collaborate with systems engineering, cybersecurity, software development, and infrastructure teams to ensure proposed solutions are technically feasible and aligned with mission objectives. * Evaluate existing system architectures and recommend modernization strategies supporting cloud, hybrid, and distributed computing environments. * Define integration approaches for new capabilities across mission systems, software applications, infrastructure, and external interfaces. * Support system architecture reviews, technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and engineering working groups. * Identify technical risks, integration challenges, and architectural dependencies while recommending mitigation strategies. * Ensure solution designs incorporate cybersecurity best practices, Zero Trust principles, and applicable DoD security requirements. * Support development of technical documentation, architecture products, CONOPS, and engineering artifacts. * Provide technical guidance throughout solution implementation to ensure alignment with architectural objectives and customer requirements. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Organizational Change Through The Power Of Why - DevSecOps Enablement](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/478-organizational-change-through-the-power-of-why-devsecops-enablement) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)