Solutions Architect

SAIC

Springfield, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Automation, Best Practices, CCSP - Cisco Certified Security Professional, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Association, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Design Flows, DevOps, Docker, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Protection, Federal Government, Firewalls, GIAC - Global Information Assurance Certification, GSEC - GIAC Security Essentials Certification, Hardware Virtualization, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, JavaScript, Leadership, Load Balancing, Microservices, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Virtual Server, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Server, Network Security, Operations Processes, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, REST (Representational State Transfer), Requirements Management, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Analysis, Security Architecture, Security Compliance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Strategic Planning, System Integration (SI), System Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Top Secret Clearance, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), VPN (Virtual Private Network), Virtualization, Windows PowerShell, Work From Home

LOCATION

Springfield, VA

POSTED

Today

Job ID: 2611603

Location: Springfield, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-17

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Enterprise Architect

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated Solutions Architect to support an enterprise IT environment. This position focuses on designing, developing, implementing, and optimizing innovative solutions to address complex business and mission challenges. The Solutions Architect will oversee the overall architecture, integration, and strategy of IT systems, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security for all delivered solutions.

The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including stakeholders, project managers, technical specialists, and leadership, to create and deliver effective technical roadmaps. This role requires a deep understanding of enterprise IT environments, modern technologies, on-prem and cloud platforms, and best practices in solution design.

All work must be performed on-site in Springfield, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design and Architecture: Design and develop enterprise solutions by defining architecture, system integration strategies, workflows, and technical roadmaps
Technical Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in IT solution architecture, guiding technical teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and technical standards
System Integration: Develop strategies to integrate existing on-premises systems with cloud platforms, third-party tools, and mission-critical applications
Containerization and Virtualization Strategy: Architect solutions leveraging Kubernetes and other virtualization technologies to meet enterprise scalability and security requirements
Process Optimization: Analyze existing systems for improvements, recommend innovative solutions, and implement scalable designs across infrastructure and applications
Security Compliance: Ensure solutions comply with organizational security policies, including compliance with RMF (Risk Management Framework) and federal IT security frameworks
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather requirements, develop tailored solutions, and ensure the delivery of high-impact results
Documentation and Standards: Develop and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, including system flows, integration designs, and technical guidelines
Automation and DevOps: Incorporate DevOps practices into solution design, automating deployment pipelines and optimizing operational processes for efficiency
Quality Assurance: Conduct performance testing, vulnerability analysis, and system validation to ensure delivered solutions meet performance, cost, and scalability goals

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Certifications (CWF Requirements):

Candidates must satisfy Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (CWF) ID 651 (Enterprise Architect - Intermediate Level) or ID 621 (Software/Cloud Architect - Intermediate Level) requirements, as outlined by Navy COOL
- This requirement can be met by possessing one or more of the following qualifying certifications:
  - Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
  - Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
  - CompTIA Cloud+
  - CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+)
  - Federal IT Security Professional-Designer-NG (FITSP-D)
  - GIAC Defensible Security Architecture (GDSA)
  - GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
- OR This requirement can be met through:
  - A Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or a related field

Experience:

5-9 years of professional experience managing and supporting enterprise-level IT environments

Technical Skills:

Deep expertise in enterprise architecture principles, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform), and virtualization technologies
Experience in designing and implementing REST APIs, microservices architecture, and modern integration patterns
Knowledge of DevOps tools and methodologies, such as CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Ansible
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including firewalls, VPN, load balancers, and network security
Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript
Familiarity with compliance frameworks like RMF, NIST, and ISO 27001, with experience tailoring solutions to meet federal security mandates

Clearance Requirement:

Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly

Work Environment and Notes:

On-Site Work: All work must be conducted on-site in Springfield, VA
Program Scope: Supports on-premises enterprise IT environments, including virtualized Windows servers, MS SQL Server databases, and networking layers
Subcontractor Role: Responsibilities and compensation vary based on the subcontract agreement, with a competitive salary aligned to market rates and role-specific requirements

SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

About the Company

SAIC

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions. We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Computer/IT Services

FOUNDED

2013

WEBSITE

https://jobs.saic.com/

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