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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Architect - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $165,750.0 - $224,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Biometrics, Data Security, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Windows Servers, Systems Integration, Technical Debt, Information Technology - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://gdit.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site/job/USA-DC-Washington/Chief-Technology-Engineer---Technical-Advisor---Active-Top-Secret-required_RQ217147-1/apply ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). * 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems administration. * Expertise in technology architecture, strategy, and integration. * Strong grasp of enterprise architecture frameworks, compliance standards, and security. * Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical debt, and drive innovative solutions. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders. * Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (retired in 2021) Preferred: Azure or AWS Solution Architect Active CISSP or CSSIP, * Strategic thinking and problem-solving * Technical leadership and mentoring * Adaptability and innovation, Years of Experience 10 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification ## Description Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats., We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to serve as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership, aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals. This role requires the ability to operate independently at both the strategic and technical levels, including performing hands-on engineering work to validate approaches, reduce risk, accelerate decision-making, and conveying proof-of-value benefits to leadership., * Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership on aligning technology strategy with organizational objectives. * Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks. * Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions. * Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance. * Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts. * Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions. * Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. ## Related Videos - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Biometric Phone Chargers, $40m Domain Names & AI Movies Winning Awards - Peter Kröner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1810-biometric-phone-chargers-40m-domain-names-ai-movies-winning-awards-peter-kroner) - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Resolving technical debts in software architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1680-resolving-technical-debts-in-software-architecture) - [AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100340-ai-driven-development) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - What Development and Tattoos Have in Common and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1380-wearedevelopers-live-what-development-and-tattoos-have-in-common-and-more) ## 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) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)