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# Application Architect

- **Company:** Silosmashers, Inc.
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 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
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_f274420f12

## About the Role

Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract., * 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.

## 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.


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