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Job description
Req ID: RQ
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
Skills:
Enterprise Architecture (EA), Information Technology (IT) Systems, Technical Support
Experience:
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to serve as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership, aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals. This role requires the ability to operate independently at both the strategic and technical levels, including performing hands‑on engineering work to validate approaches, reduce risk, accelerate decision‑making, and conveying proof-of‑value benefits to leadership.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership on aligning technology strategy with organizational objectives.
Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks.
Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions.
Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance.
Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions.
Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
10+ years of experience in enterprise IT systems administration.
Expertise in technology architecture, strategy, and integration.
Strong grasp of enterprise architecture frameworks, compliance standards, and security.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage technical debt, and drive innovative solutions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (retired in 2021)
Preferred
Azure or AWS Solution Architect
Active CISSP or CSSIP
Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking and problem‑solving
Technical leadership and mentoring
Adaptability and innovation
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace
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The likely salary range for this position is $165,750 - $224,250. 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.
Total Rewards at GDIT
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work
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