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# Enterprise Architect (SME)

- **Company:** A2 Federal Inc.
- **Location:** Augusta, GA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Geospatial Intelligence, Apache Maven, Windows Servers, Software Requirements Analysis, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9262235/enterprise-architect-sme

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

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.