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# Senior/Principal IT Solutions Architect - IT Infrastructure and Systems, Onsite

- **Company:** Sandia Corporation
- **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $117,500.0 - $235,700.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Data Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Network Administration, Server Administration, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Scripting, Information Technology, Web Technologies, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3479357314&tx=TT4441TTV&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

* A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a required US DOE Q-level security clearance, * Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent.
 * Familiarity with hardware/software requirements generation for verification, validation and qualification.
 * Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary, multi-disciplinary team setting for a common purpose.
 * Proven experience in managing IT infrastructure, including server and network administration across Windows and Linux environments.
 * Strong background in systems administration and troubleshooting complex IT systems.
 * Experience developing and deploying applications or tools that support infrastructure and operational needs.
 * In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity controls implementation and security plan development, with the ability to collaborate effectively with ISSO personnel.
 * Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to effectively motivate and manage diverse teams across multiple disciplines and departments.
 * Proven experience in project management, successfully guiding initiatives from inception to completion.
 * Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, and scripting, including web technologies.
 * Strong critical and creative thinking abilities, with a proven capacity to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
 * Demonstrated ability to operate independently and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
 * Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary, multi-disciplinary team setting for a common purpose.

## Description

The Integrated Stockpile Evaluation (ISE) Planning, Information and Data Systems team is seeking an IT Solutions Architect to lead a cross-functional team responsible for managing and advancing our IT infrastructure and systems administration, alongside cybersecurity initiatives. As part of a mission-driven team dedicated to ensuring the safety, reliability, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile, you will play a critical role in overseeing and enhancing our infrastructure, including server administration, network management, and application development.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

 * Lead strategic initiatives focused on IT infrastructure management, including server and network administration across Windows and Linux environments, ensuring robust, secure, and efficient systems.
 * Manage and mentor a diverse team of IT, cyber, and computer engineering professionals, fostering collaboration across disciplines.
 * Oversee the development and deployment of applications and tools that support infrastructure and operational needs.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in infrastructure and security.
 * Provide expert guidance on infrastructure utilization and systems administration best practices.
 * Lead key projects, including cyber-related initiatives, while partnering with the ISSO who manages security plan development and compliance.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite., Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.