Enterprise Architect (SME)

The SME-level architect for the Scalable GEOINT enterprise, with top-tier expertise in Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Designs solutions to complex application , system administration, and network problems. Directs the analysis, development, operation, and installation of complete computer systems., * Design and develop solutions to complex application problems, system administration issues, or network concerns; perform systems management and integration functions.

• Communicate with staff or clients to understand system requirements; investigate component suitability and recommend component use.
• Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
• Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems, and the installation of operating systems, network or application software, and hardware.
• Install, manage, configure, troubleshoot, and ensure availability of Army Active Directory services.
• Integrate hardware-stack appliances with software to optimize availability while preserving security and simplicity; identify technology that simplifies applications and external integrations.
• Build appropriate redundancy and resilience into system design and engineering, and identify shortcomings in the architecture.
• Evaluate, recommend, and support transition of the architecture to DoW cloud-based infrastructure such as AWS GovCloud and C2S.
• Collaborate with external providers and mission partners (including NGA Maven, AGDF, and NARs) on planned changes, change deployments, accreditation plans, projected hardware/software recapitalization and future infrastructure needs, and responses to mission-impacting incidents.
• Incorporate security throughout all work: develop certification test procedures, evaluate and implement security configurations through security checklists and vulnerability scanning, and ensure audit integration and change management.

• Minimum 15+ years of Windows engineering and architecture experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Top-tier, expert-level proficiency managing Windows Server environments and Active Directory, and advising on GPO changes.
• Advanced Microsoft certifications, e.g., MCSE or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
• Active Final TOP SECRET clearance at start of work, with eligibility for SCI access.
• DoWM 8140.03 baseline certification at start of performance; CE certification or certificate of training in the relevant technology before privileged access to Government systems.