{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5196af0d7b0ee79952be498e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5196af0d7b0ee79952be498e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5196af0d7b0ee79952be498e","title":"Technology Architect Leader – Large-Scale IT Modernization Program","description":"Your Impact\nOwn your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. Make an impact by providing services that help the government ensure the well being and support of U.S. citizens.\nJob Description\nGDIT is seeking a Solutions Architect to provide technical leadership and support across enterprise architecture, solution specification, design, and innovation. You will need to possess strong knowledge of information technology and commercial solutions; and have significant experience designing and developing technical solutions in multiple disciplines, like data center, cloud, voice and network communications, technical security, AI and cyber security. You will also need to have a proven track record of proposal delivery, excellent communications skills, and a strong customer service orientation.\nDuties include but are not limited to:\nPlanning and designing solutions and procedures pertaining to security applications and technology within the diplomatic security space.\nEvaluation of department countermeasures policies/procedure and make recommendations for applying technology and applications to enhance technical security.\nPlanning and designing cloud platforms/applications that will enhance diplomatic security capabilities.\nEvaluation of the department’s application of technology and make recommendations for modernization.\nRegularly collaborate with the department’s senior executives and present technical vision that includes modernization, efficiency, and overall understanding of the department’s mission.\nPlanning and designing cloud platforms/applications that will enhance procedures and data collection for countermeasures programs.\nAct as technical liaison between customer technical points of contact and GDIT project staff to facilitate IT strategic planning.\nCoordinate “reach back” with technical subject matter experts (SME) within GDIT to obtain specific knowledge or expertise to address technical issues.\nRespond to technical questions and research requests from customers and programs. Perform business case analysis to support decision making process.\nMaintain technical proficiency by keeping current with the latest technologies, trends, standards, & products.\nThis role serves as the senior technical leader for a large-scale IT modernization program supporting global mission requirements. The role spans Cloud & Data Center Services, Networking & Telecommunications, and End User / Customer Support Services.\nKey Responsibilities:Strategic Technical Leadership\nEstablish and govern a unified enterprise architecture for cloud, network, and end-user capabilities.\nAlign modernization outcomes with CIO priorities, including secure connectivity, AI-enabled operations, and technical-debt reduction.\nNetworking & Telecommunications\nLead the end-to-end design, architecture, and implementation of advanced network and telecommunication systems that encompass domain services, virtual private networks (VPNs), terrestrial and satellite data/voice networks, structured cabling, and both physical and wireless local area networks (LAN/WAN) to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and alignment with organizational objectives\nOversee IT strategy and security compliance for critical communication infrastructures, including the development of policies and procedures, risk assessments, federal IT security compliance (e.g., FISMA), and operational continuity across global data centers, field network deployments, operations centers, and tactical command operations, while driving innovation in telecommunications and radio network solutions\nEnhance network resilience with Zero Trust approaches and observability improvements.\nCloud & Data Center Modernization\nLead the strategic design, implementation, and management of FedRAMP-authorized enterprise public cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and multi-cloud strategies, ensuring robust data center operations, secure storage solutions, container lifecycle management, and alignment with overarching enterprise cloud architecture and DevSecOps methodologies\nOversee the development and enforcement of IT security frameworks, including operationalizing Federal IT security policies, conducting risk assessments, managing assessment and authorization (A&A) activities, implementing cybersecurity engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with Federal government mandates and accessibility requirements such as Section 508 and 504.\nLead cloud transformation and modernization across hybrid/multi-cloud environments.\nOversee modernization of legacy platforms and data environments.\nEnd User Services Modernization\nLead the design and implementation of comprehensive, scalable solutions for end-user computing and support services, including centralized device management, mobile access support, and the integration of Tier 0, 1, and 2 help desk operations, with a focus on automation and multi-channel support capabilities.\nDesign and enforce IT security measures and compliance frameworks to safeguard systems and data, ensuring alignment with Federal IT security requirements through risk assessments, compliance reporting, cybersecurity engineering, and user training initiatives\nModernize enterprise service delivery using automation and AI-enabled support.\nImprove SLAs, XLAs, and global user experience.\nExpected Outcomes:90 Days\nEstablish a unified architecture baseline and governance structure.\n6 Months\nDemonstrate measurable improvements in service performance and user satisfaction.\n12 Months\nDeliver visible modernization outcomes and support program growth.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree and 10+ years of IT leadership experience\nSecret Clearance at minimum\nExtensive experience with Department of State, Intelligence agencies, or Department of War agencies\nExperience in enterprise modernization, solution delivery, and government IT environments\nITIL (Foundations or higher)\nHybrid Role, must be local to Washington DC.\nPreferred Qualifications & Certifications:\nCISSP\nCCNP\nAWS, Azure, or GCP Professional certifications\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE\n\nAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.\n\nGrowth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities\nSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals\nRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off\nCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace\n\nOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY\n\nExplore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n10 + years of related experience\nmay vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\nCertification\nTravel Required\nLess than 10%\nCitizenship\nU.S. Citizenship Required\nSalary and Benefit Information\nThe likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nView information about benefits and our total rewards program.\nAbout Our Work\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.\nJoin our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.\nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans","company":"General Dynamics Information Technology","rawCompany":"generaldynamicsinformationtechnology","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T15:43:28.569Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"11-3021.00","title":"Computer and Information Systems Managers","slug":"computer-and-information-systems-managers"},{"code":"15-1241.00","title":"Computer Network Architects","slug":"computer-network-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technology Architect Leader – Large-Scale IT Modernization Program","description":"Your Impact\nOwn your opportunity to work alongside federal civilian agencies. 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You will also need to have a proven track record of proposal delivery, excellent communications skills, and a strong customer service orientation.\nDuties include but are not limited to:\nPlanning and designing solutions and procedures pertaining to security applications and technology within the diplomatic security space.\nEvaluation of department countermeasures policies/procedure and make recommendations for applying technology and applications to enhance technical security.\nPlanning and designing cloud platforms/applications that will enhance diplomatic security capabilities.\nEvaluation of the department’s application of technology and make recommendations for modernization.\nRegularly collaborate with the department’s senior executives and present technical vision that includes modernization, efficiency, and overall understanding of the department’s mission.\nPlanning and designing cloud platforms/applications that will enhance procedures and data collection for countermeasures programs.\nAct as technical liaison between customer technical points of contact and GDIT project staff to facilitate IT strategic planning.\nCoordinate “reach back” with technical subject matter experts (SME) within GDIT to obtain specific knowledge or expertise to address technical issues.\nRespond to technical questions and research requests from customers and programs. 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The role spans Cloud & Data Center Services, Networking & Telecommunications, and End User / Customer Support Services.\nKey Responsibilities:Strategic Technical Leadership\nEstablish and govern a unified enterprise architecture for cloud, network, and end-user capabilities.\nAlign modernization outcomes with CIO priorities, including secure connectivity, AI-enabled operations, and technical-debt reduction.\nNetworking & Telecommunications\nLead the end-to-end design, architecture, and implementation of advanced network and telecommunication systems that encompass domain services, virtual private networks (VPNs), terrestrial and satellite data/voice networks, structured cabling, and both physical and wireless local area networks (LAN/WAN) to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and alignment with organizational objectives\nOversee IT strategy and security compliance for critical communication infrastructures, including the development of policies and procedures, risk assessments, federal IT security compliance (e.g., FISMA), and operational continuity across global data centers, field network deployments, operations centers, and tactical command operations, while driving innovation in telecommunications and radio network solutions\nEnhance network resilience with Zero Trust approaches and observability improvements.\nCloud & Data Center Modernization\nLead the strategic design, implementation, and management of FedRAMP-authorized enterprise public cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and multi-cloud strategies, ensuring robust data center operations, secure storage solutions, container lifecycle management, and alignment with overarching enterprise cloud architecture and DevSecOps methodologies\nOversee the development and enforcement of IT security frameworks, including operationalizing Federal IT security policies, conducting risk assessments, managing assessment and authorization (A&A) activities, implementing cybersecurity engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with Federal government mandates and accessibility requirements such as Section 508 and 504.\nLead cloud transformation and modernization across hybrid/multi-cloud environments.\nOversee modernization of legacy platforms and data environments.\nEnd User Services Modernization\nLead the design and implementation of comprehensive, scalable solutions for end-user computing and support services, including centralized device management, mobile access support, and the integration of Tier 0, 1, and 2 help desk operations, with a focus on automation and multi-channel support capabilities.\nDesign and enforce IT security measures and compliance frameworks to safeguard systems and data, ensuring alignment with Federal IT security requirements through risk assessments, compliance reporting, cybersecurity engineering, and user training initiatives\nModernize enterprise service delivery using automation and AI-enabled support.\nImprove SLAs, XLAs, and global user experience.\nExpected Outcomes:90 Days\nEstablish a unified architecture baseline and governance structure.\n6 Months\nDemonstrate measurable improvements in service performance and user satisfaction.\n12 Months\nDeliver visible modernization outcomes and support program growth.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree and 10+ years of IT leadership experience\nSecret Clearance at minimum\nExtensive experience with Department of State, Intelligence agencies, or Department of War agencies\nExperience in enterprise modernization, solution delivery, and government IT environments\nITIL (Foundations or higher)\nHybrid Role, must be local to Washington DC.\nPreferred Qualifications & Certifications:\nCISSP\nCCNP\nAWS, Azure, or GCP Professional certifications\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE\n\nAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.\n\nGrowth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities\nSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals\nRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off\nCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace\n\nOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY\n\nExplore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n10 + years of related experience\nmay vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\nCertification\nTravel Required\nLess than 10%\nCitizenship\nU.S. Citizenship Required\nSalary and Benefit Information\nThe likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. 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