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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Architect - **Company:** GREY WOLF GROUP INC - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $218,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, Disaster Recovery, Fault Tolerance, Identity and Access Management, OpenShift, Cloud Services, Software Asset Management, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft Power Automate, Uipath, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Enterprise Integration, Automation Anywhere, Devsecops - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b0834658487a5bac ## About the Role Do you have experience in Vendor relationship management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, The successful candidate possesses deep technical expertise across cloud platforms, enterprise systems, security architecture, and automation technologies, with the ability to troubleshoot complex configuration issues across diverse IT environments., * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. * 10-15 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise IT architecture, systems engineering, cloud architecture, or related technical disciplines. * Experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale IT systems and architectures. * Experience with software asset management and license compliance programs. * Experience managing technology vendors and third-party service providers. * Experience deploying, configuring, and supporting RPA platforms (or similar platforms / technologies) in production environments. * Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, security architecture, identity management, and risk management. * Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Ability to prepare technical documentation and present architectural recommendations to leadership and stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Openshift, Kubic, etc. * Experience with enterprise automation and RPA tools such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Microsoft Power Automate, or similar technologies. * Knowledge of federal government IT environments, security frameworks, and compliance requirements. * Professional certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CISSP, ITIL, or equivalent. * Experience supporting DevSecOps, infrastructure automation, and enterprise integration initiatives. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Enterprise Architecture * Cloud Architecture and Administration * Cybersecurity and Security Architecture * Vendor and Contract Management * Software Asset and License Management * Robotic Process Automation (RPA) * Systems Integration * Technical Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis * Infrastructure Design and Implementation * Technical Documentation and Presentation * Strategic Technology Planning * Risk Assessment and Mitigation, * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * System architecture: 10 years (Preferred) Security clearance: * Top Secret (Required) ## Description The Senior IT Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise technology architectures that enable secure, scalable, and reliable business operations. This position provides technical leadership for infrastructure, cloud environments, software and license management, vendor management, and automation platform deployment. The Senior IT Architect serves as a key advisor on enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technologies while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry best practices., * Design, develop, and maintain enterprise IT architecture strategies, standards, and roadmaps. * Provide technology planning and technical architecture support for enterprise systems and cloud environments. * Develop and manage software and license management plans, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements and organizational policies. * Provide vendor management support, including evaluation, selection, performance monitoring, and coordination of technology vendors and service providers. * Install, configure, deploy, and maintain approved Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools in production environments. * Develop and implement RPA platform support plans, operational procedures, and governance frameworks. * Design secure system architectures that comply with applicable cybersecurity requirements, industry standards, and organizational policies. * Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and security evaluations for new and existing systems. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex configuration, integration, and performance issues across cloud and hybrid environments. * Support cloud infrastructure design and implementation activities, including migration, optimization, and operational support. * Collaborate with stakeholders, project teams, developers, cybersecurity personnel, and system administrators to ensure successful solution delivery. * Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for modernization and process improvement initiatives. * Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, implementation plans, and operational procedures. * Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and system resiliency planning efforts. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technical staff and project teams., The Senior IT Architect operates on the client-site and may support multiple projects simultaneously. ## Related Videos - [Building Well-Architected applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/691-building-well-architected-applications) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [How to achieve web automation with UiPath](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/310-how-to-achieve-web-automation-with-uipath) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) - [RPA crash course for .Net developers – intro into the world of RPA from the perspective of a .Net developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/271-rpa-crash-course-for-net-developers-intro-into-the-world-of-rpa-from-the-perspective-of-a-net-developer) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)