Information System Project Architect

Job#: 3058205

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking an experienced Information System Project Architect to support the Joint Staff J7 Joint Training DevSecOps pipeline, core infrastructure, and data center operations in Suffolk, Virginia. This position supports the Deputy Directorate Joint Training (DDJT) and serves as a technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and guiding enterprise technology solutions that align with mission objectives.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of enterprise architecture expertise, cloud and DevSecOps knowledge, cybersecurity experience, and program leadership capabilities. This individual will lead technical strategy, oversee complex engineering initiatives, and collaborate with stakeholders across operational and technical domains to deliver secure, scalable, and mission-critical solutions.

Location: Suffolk, VA (100% Onsite)

Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility Required

Compensation: $160,000 - $170,000 Salary | $76 - $81/hr W2

Customer: Joint Staff J7 (JS J7) Joint Training Environment

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, documentation, and implementation of enterprise technology solutions that address complex business and mission requirements.
• Develop high-level and detailed system architectures for infrastructure, applications, cloud environments, and DevSecOps platforms.
• Evaluate existing environments and recommend modernization strategies that improve performance, security, scalability, and operational effectiveness.
• Establish architectural standards, best practices, and governance processes.

Technical Strategy & Innovation

• Define and execute technical roadmaps aligned with organizational goals and mission objectives.
• Analyze customer requirements and operational challenges to develop innovative and sustainable technology solutions.
• Provide recommendations on emerging technologies, cloud adoption, infrastructure modernization, and system integration initiatives.

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Lead cross-functional engineering and technical teams through the full project lifecycle.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to architects, engineers, developers, and administrators.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with customer requirements.

DevSecOps & Cloud Technologies

• Support DevSecOps initiatives including CI/CD pipeline development, automation, infrastructure-as-code, and application lifecycle management.
• Architect solutions leveraging AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Guide API integration strategies and enterprise application connectivity.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

• Ensure solutions comply with security requirements and industry best practices.
• Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and programmatic risks.
• Support cybersecurity initiatives related to infrastructure protection, system hardening, compliance, and accreditation efforts.
• Design secure, scalable architectures that meet availability and performance requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams, leadership, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Communicate technical concepts and project status effectively to executive leadership and customer representatives.
• Gather, analyze, and validate requirements to ensure solutions align with stakeholder expectations.

Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Develop architecture documentation, design packages, technical reports, and implementation plans.
• Conduct feasibility analyses and technology assessments.
• Capture and share lessons learned, best practices, and technical standards across the organization.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Masters degree or MBA is highly desirable.

Experience

• Bachelors degree with 10+ years of relevant experience; or
• Masters degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs, systems, or mission environments.
• Experience developing enterprise IT strategies, technology architectures, and modernization initiatives.
• Proven success leading complex technical projects and cross-functional engineering teams.

Security Clearance

• Active Top Secret Clearance required.
• SCI eligibility required.

Required Certifications

DoD IAT Level III Certification (One Required)

• CISSP
• CCSP
• CASP+ CE
• CCNP

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Suffolk, VA, US

Job Type:

Infrastructure and Security

Date Posted:

November 3, 2026

Pay Range:

$76 - $81 per hour

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