> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3912909-storage-architect-senior](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3912909-storage-architect-senior). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Storage Architect (Senior) - **Company:** CACI International Inc. - **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $103,800.0 - $218,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon S3, Backup Devices, Cloud Storage, Computer Programming, Data Governance, Distributed Systems, NetApp Applications, Data Storage Technologies, SC Clearance, Storage Technologies, Data Management - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466871264&tx=UT5854THV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience in related fields, such as storage architecture, infrastructure engineering, systems administration, data center design, or enterprise architecture; equivalencies considered. * Active Secret Clearance * Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise storage architectures for large-scale, geographically distributed environments * Demonstrated expertise in storage technologies including SAN, NAS, object storage, and modern backup and recovery platforms * Strong knowledge of capacity planning, data protection strategies, and high-availability storage design * Excellent leadership abilities with proven experience planning and leading major storage infrastructure initiatives, functioning as a subject matter expert, and supervising architecture teams Desired: * Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State * Professional certifications such as Dell EMC Proven Professional, NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer (NCIE), or similar storage architecture certifications * Experience with cloud storage solutions (AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage, Google Cloud Storage) and hybrid storage architectures * Knowledge of data governance, compliance frameworks, and experience designing storage infrastructure for 300+ geographically distributed facilities ## Description CACI is seeking a Senior Storage Architect for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence. The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance., * Lead design of server and storage filer infrastructure supporting distributed high-volume data storage across 350+ global facilities * Design comprehensive strategies for enterprise storage systems, setting standards for operations, programming, and security compliance * Design enterprise backup services including off-site redundant backup storage, integrity checks, and audit processes to ensure data protection and recoverability * Design storage solutions leveraging modern technologies to improve scalability, performance, and reliability for mission-critical operations * Integrate new storage systems with existing infrastructure, ensuring optimal system performance supporting 40,000+ users * Design comprehensive backup and restoration infrastructure utilizing modern platforms, ensuring adherence to industry best practices * Design storage infrastructure with integrity checks and audit processes ensuring Department of State compliance and data governance requirements * Develop storage capacity planning models and forecasting strategies to support enterprise growth and modernization initiatives * Collaborate with security teams, database administrators, and application owners to ensure storage architectures meet data protection, performance, and integration requirements * Function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments, planning and leading major storage architecture initiatives while mentoring team members and supervising infrastructure design activities