Enterprise Architect with Security Clearance

Description Job Title: Enterprise Architect Location: Fairfax, VA
Clearance Required: Secret Plateau GRP is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Enterprise Architect to lead the development, integration, and maintenance of enterprise-level systems, applications, security protocols, and network configurations in support of Army applications hosted in cloud environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in cloud architecture (GovCloud), virtualization, cybersecurity, and Department of Defense (DoD) compliance frameworks. This position plays a key role in ensuring robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure for mission-critical operations. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain enterprise architecture for systems, applications, security, and network infrastructure supporting Army cloud operations.
Plan and implement comprehensive network and system security measures, including: Firewall configurations Cryptographic solutions Host security enforcement File system integrity and access control User account provisioning and deprovisioning Act as subject matter expert (SME) for: GovCloud environments Virtualization technologies Windows and Linux Operating Systems MS SQL Server NIPRNET/Internet connectivity Interface and troubleshoot system and security issues with: DISA GCDS Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) CSSPs Akamai Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) Direct future technical architecture decisions, including cloud migration strategies and enhancements to cloud-hosted datacenter operations.
Exercise and maintain Continuity of Operations (COOP) capabilities in GovCloud environments.
Develop and present integrated architecture products using DoDAF standards, including: Graphical Textual Tabular artifacts Use tools such as MS Visio and/or Sparx Systems for architectural documentation.
Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, systems engineering, and IT infrastructure, particularly within DoD environments.
Demonstrated experience managing secure, cloud-based systems supporting Army or DoD applications.
Strong working knowledge of: DoDAF architecture framework GovCloud operations Virtualization platforms Windows/Linux system administration Cloud network security practices Proven ability to lead architecture strategy, perform systems integration, and ensure system continuity and compliance in high-security environments.Preferred Qualifications: Professional certifications in cloud architecture or enterprise systems (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, TOGAF).
Experience designing and supporting Army enterprise systems such as TAMIS, GCSS-A, or other logistics and operational platforms.
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure CI/CD pipelines. Plateau does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to Plateau or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. Plateau is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, gender identification, sex, sexual orientation, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, parental status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are unable to sponsor at this time. Candidates applying for this job must be authorized to work for any employer in the US, independently. If you need an accommodation seeking employment with Plateau, please email . Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.