Solutions Architect

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Manassas, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Best Practices, Business Analysis, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Computer Network Defense (CND), Cryptography, Develop Methodologies, Docker, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Functional Testing, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), GSEC - GIAC Security Essentials Certification, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Knowledge Transfer, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microservices, Microsoft Windows Azure, Operational Support, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Prototyping, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner, Security Architecture, Service Delivery, Strategic Planning, Support Documentation, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, User Documentation, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Manassas, Virginia
POSTED
13 days ago
Overview:

Now Hiring at AMERICAN SYSTEMS

 

Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development. 

 

Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success. 

Responsibilities:

An Average Day:
As the Solutions Architect III you will design and oversee the implementation of complex technology solutions that align with business objectives. In this role you will use strategic thinking to bridge the gap between business requirements and technical execution while ensuring scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions. This position is instrumental in ensuring that the managed IT environments meet the needs of the customer, while also ensuring seamless integration within our service delivery pipelines. You will serve as a technical visionary, driving architectural decisions that support both immediate project needs and long-term organizational growth. You will be a strategic technical leader who architects scalable, secure, and efficient IT environments that support distributed workforce operations while ensuring seamless end-user experiences across all locations. Additionally, in this role you will:

  • Gather, analyze, and translate business requirements into technical solutions that address specific business problems and goals
  • Create comprehensive solution designs including architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and implementation roadmaps
  • Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, platforms, frameworks, and products based on business needs, technical constraints, and cost considerations
  • Ensure solutions adhere to organizational architecture standards, security requirements, and compliance regulations
  • Guide development teams through implementation challenges and serve as the primary technical authority for projects
  • Collaborate with business leaders, product managers, developers, and other IT teams to align solutions with organizational objectives
  • Assess existing systems and processes to identify improvement opportunities and technical debt reduction strategies
  • Identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies before and during implementation
  • Create functional prototypes to validate architectural approaches and demonstrate technical feasibility
  • Maintain comprehensive solution documentation including rationale for key decisions, constraints, and future considerations
  • Conduct training sessions and create documentation to support knowledge transfer to implementation and support teams
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative approaches that create competitive advantages
  • Serve as an on-site technical liaison, providing responsive support for ad-hoc client requests to maintain strong working relationships
  • Perform situational troubleshooting and issue resolution to maintain goodwill and ensure continued access to client systems
Qualifications:
  • As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
  • Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
  • Will be subject to a federal background investigation.
  • 10+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with a focus on designing and implementing complex cloud solutions.
  • Must hold a current 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP)
  • Expert understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.), proficient in infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.), and deep experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Has designed several scalable, high-performance architectures, possesses a strong understanding of microservices, serverless, and other cloud-native approaches.
  • Expert understanding of cloud security best practices, identity and access management, encryption, and compliance.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate technical solutions to diverse stakeholders.
  • Extensive experience with Agile development methodologies and iterative development cycles.
  • Must be able to travel regularly, both domestically and internationally, international travel will require a current US Passport.
Pay Transparency Statement: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $135,000.00/Yr. - USD $190,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement: EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

About the Company

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AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States, with approximately 1,400 employees nationwide. Based in the Washington, DC, suburb of Chantilly, VA, the company provides systems engineering, technical and managed services to government and private sector customers. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named “Contractor of the Year” at the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards in October, 2007.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Internet Services
FOUNDED
1975