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Title: Software Architect/SME (Top Secret) Location: Falls Church, VA United States Job Description: Full Part/Time: Full time Job Req: RQ213436 Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Cloud Infrastructure, DevSecOps, Docker Kubernetes Design, Software Solutions Certifications: None Experience: 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Software Architect/Subject Matter Expert Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Software Engineering, SME. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As a Software Engineer, SME you will help ensure the success of the Army mission. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT We are seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a large-scale Army software sustainment and modernization program, focused on sustaining a number of key programs and transitioning legacy systems into secure, cloud-based enterprise solutions. The Software Architect shall design and implement secure, scalable, and robust data analytics and application solutions for the ARNG portfolio; develop and maintain business, systems, and information processes to support enterprise mission needs; and develop IT rules and requirements that describe baseline and arenaflex architectures. Software Engineering Leadership Lead full-lifecycle software engineering (requirements through sustainment). Define enterprise engineering standards aligned to Agile/DevSecOps. Develop and maintain SDLC plans ensuring traceability, auditability, and DoD/Army compliance. Agile & DevSecOps Build and mature DevSecOps pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment. Implement arenaflex/CD to accelerate secure delivery. Mentor cross-functional teams in Agile practices. Army Force Management Expertise Apply deep knowledge of the Army Force Management Model (TAA, PPBE, GFM DI, DFS, DFE, D2R). Translate Army/Joint requirements into engineering priorities. Coordinate with HQDA G-3/5/7 GFIM CMO and stakeholders for aligned capabilities. System Sustainment & Modernization Oversee sustainment of legacy systems (DRRS-A, FMS, IMA, ARNG DLP, MUP). Guide modernization, decommissioning, and transition to enterprise solutions. Direct infrastructure consolidation and migration to DoD cloud environments. Data & Compliance Establish data quality and performance measurement processes. Produce required documentation (CSDs, TIPs, Release Plans, FRDs, RTMs) for auditability and certification. Strategic Collaboration & Enterprise Design Define "as-is," transition, and "to-be" enterprise architecture for all applications. Drive collaboration with government, mission partners, and industry on product end states. Leverage commercial tools and best practices to accelerate capability delivery. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, systems engineering, or related field from a university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or a nationally recognized accreditor Required Certification(s):The candidate must possess SecurityX or CASP+ or CCSP or Cloud+ or CSSLP or FITSP-D or GDSA or GSEC or CISSO or CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP or GCIA or GCLD or GCSA or GICSP. Experience: Required 8+ years of progressive experience in software development, with a minimum of three or more years in a software or data architect role. Required hands-on experience with data analytics technologies, including data warehousing, extract, transform, load (ETL) tools, and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop). Technical skills: Expertise in software development lifecycle management, system architecture, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure), and enterprise system integration. Familiarity with modern tools such as Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitLab/GitHub, Docker, and automated test frameworks. Desired/Preferred Experience: It is desired that the Software Architect has the following qualifications: Experience managing service operations as a service manager against SLAs on a DoW/Defense TO/contract. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, and experience with command-line tools for automation and data manipulation. Experience with COOP/Continuity of Government (COG) planning. Expertise in designing and implementing solutions using cloud platforms such as arenaflex Web Services (AWS), Azure, or arenaflex Cloud. ITIL Managing Professional certification Security clearance level: Active DoD Top Secret US citizenship required Work Location: Onsite support in Falls Church, VA. (hybrid option) GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. 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, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace The likely salary range for this position is $195,240 - $264,148. 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. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Falls Church Additional Work Locations: 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. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, 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 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Apply tot his job

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