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Senior Systems Architect - Cloud

Requisition ID
2025-23422
Category
Engineering
Location : Location
US-VA-Arlington
Travel Requirement
N/A
Entity : Name
Bowhead Integration and Logistics Svc

Overview

SENIOR SYSTEMS ARCHITECT - CLOUD (NAUT):

 

Bowhead seeks a Senior Systems Architect - Cloud to support our customer on the Nautical contract in the Arlington, VA area. This role requires leading the architectural design and implementation of cloud-native solutions for mission-critical Department of Defense applications while driving strategic migration of legacy DoD systems to secure cloud environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead architectural design and implementation of cloud-native solutions for mission-critical DoD applications and legacy system migrations to secure cloud environments
  • Design and oversee end-to-end cloud architecture strategies across AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and other FedRAMP-authorized cloud platforms
  • Implement and maintain security controls compliant with NIST, FISMA, DoD security frameworks, and DOD Directive 8140
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing DoD applications to determine optimal migration pathways and develop cost-efficiency strategies
  • Oversee development and coordinate technical solutions for requirements, ensuring compatibility within the customers infrastructure
  • Work closely with government stakeholders, customer, and external stakeholders in working groups, technical exchange meetings, and other forums
  • Chair/co-chair meetings and working groups on behalf of government representatives as directed
  • Create and maintain detailed architectural documentation, migration plans, security compliance reports, and IT services documentation
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior architects, development teams, and customer support personnel
  • Identify and mitigate technical and security risks throughout migration processes and recommend GOTS/COTS software applications
  • Participate in customer governance processes and recommend life cycle management processes for automated information systems
  • Maintain/report on cryptology based systems.
  • Resolve problems, allocate resources, manage personnel, and monitor performance to meet contract requirements
  • Provide daily control and supervision of employees with planned replacement information at least 15 calendar days prior to replacement
  • Provide information within 24 hours of an unplanned replacement
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution; or 10+ Years experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum 16+ years of systems architecture experience with 8+ years specifically in cloud architecture
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience managing 10+ personnel for IT and/or cybersecurity efforts in DoD environments
  • Minimum 5 years experience working with DoD systems and understanding of military operational requirements
  • Expert knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with emphasis on government cloud environments including AWS GovCloud and Azure Government
  • Proficiency in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture, API design, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices
  • Experience with database migration strategies, data architecture, and legacy system integration
  • Knowledge of networking technologies including routing, firewalls, VPNs, and hybrid cloud connectivity
  • Meets the Core and Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Tasks (KSATs) defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework for Work Role 802 (NIST: OV-PM-002) and Work Role 632 (NIST: SP-SYS-002)
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CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Required: CompTIA Security+, AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Desired: CISSP, SABSA, DAWIA PM Practitioner, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), FITSP-D, GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA), GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF), (ISC)2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

 

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds on occasion.
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period amounts of time.
  • Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

 

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level with SCI eligibility and maintain SAP eligibility. Due to work requirements, this position will not entertain work from home capabilities. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.

 

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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UIC Commercial Services, LLC is a holding company under Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC), an Alaska Native Corporation providing a wide variety of services including a full range of construction services, design and architecture services, environmental consulting, permitting and compliance and remediation, oil and gas support, ocean-going cargo and shipping services and specialized companies. Several of our companies are SBA 8(a) certified, small disadvantaged businesses and offer substantially competitive rates. Collectively, we offer a breadth of services which we perform with a focus on quality results. UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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