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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Information Systems Architect - **Company:** Modoc Tribal Enterprises Authority - **Location:** Bedford Park, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Business Process Model and Notation, Information Systems, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Federal Enterprise Architecture, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Togaf, SC Clearance, Information Technology, DODAF - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us17cc6a0d3fe996e2b07b8d30205b5d7e ## About the Role Red Cedar TG is seeking a dynamic, proactive, and self-starting Senior Information Systems Architect to join our team. Missing a certification for this position? Red Cedar TG will work with candidates that are otherwise fully qualified to help them obtain required certifications such as CompTIA Sec+, ITIL, CISSP, and other required certifications." The salary range for this position is $85,000-$110,000 annually and is dependent on geographical location, qualifications, and experience., * MA/MS degree in an IT or related discipline * 5-7 years of experience; may substitute work experience * Ability to obtain a US government Secret clearance * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to work individually as well as with cross functional teams * Excellent oral and written communication skills Desired * Experience with Air Mobility Command (AMC), US Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) or Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) business, C2, or IT systems * Exposure to IT systems requirements, analysis, and engineering * Experience with Microsoft Office and Visio * Exposure to enterprise architecture frameworks such as DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework (FEAF), or The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) * Exposure to Business Process Modeling Notation, flow charting, or other process mapping approaches ## Description We're looking for a seasoned Information Systems Architect who can operate with real autonomy - someone who thrives on complex, high-stakes work and doesn't need a roadmap to know where to go next. In this role, you'll be the architectural driving force behind our application systems and IT infrastructure, shaping how they're designed, built, and evolved over time. You'll work directly with users and stakeholders to understand what they truly need, then translate those requirements into high-quality solutions that deliver real results. Collaboration is at the heart of this role: you'll partner closely with developers and engineers to build out application roadmaps, align development plans, and ensure every system and infrastructure component integrates seamlessly with the next. The technology landscape never stops shifting, and you'll be the one keeping us ahead of it - monitoring emerging trends and advancements, and using that insight to continuously refine our solutions so they stay aligned with both industry standards and where the business is headed. Because our systems, applications, and services are so tightly interwoven, you'll need to deeply understand how they interact, carefully evaluating the downstream impact of any change or addition before it's made. You'll also own the quality bar - analyzing systems, conducting usability testing, and validating performance and reliability, all while enhancing scalability and meeting rigorous security requirements. This role is built for someone who can handle complex, important work with minimal oversight. You'll be trusted with wide latitude for independent judgment, and expected to bring the expertise and confidence to make sound decisions on your own. If you're the kind of person who sees the whole system, anticipates what's next, and takes ownership without needing to be told how - we want to talk to you. ## Related Videos - [Grappling With Clunky Old Software? 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