Technical Lead (Systems Engineer) - Northern, VA Area; Must hav with Security Clearance

Technical Lead (Systems Engineer) Northern Virginia Full-Time On-site Position Contingent Upon Award Join Synertex and bring your expertise to a mission that matters. We're looking for a Technical Lead (Systems Engineer) with a background in enterprise architecture, system integration, and technical leadership to support critical federal and intelligence community initiatives. If you're passionate about aligning technology with mission outcomes and thrive in a strategic, hands-on leadership role-this opportunity is for you. RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as the senior technical advisor for systems engineering efforts across complex IT initiatives Lead integration and development efforts aligned with enterprise architecture and strategic objectives Oversee the full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept through deployment and sustainment Provide hands-on guidance in areas such as cloud, virtualization, and enterprise platform optimization Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of system designs with mission needs Contribute to architectural reviews, risk assessments, and technical planning Mentor junior engineers and support technical knowledge-sharing across teams Ensure compliance with relevant IC or DoD standards, policies, and frameworks REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, including leadership roles Experience in system integration, enterprise architecture, and IT lifecycle development Proficiency with systems modeling tools and engineering methodologies Strong understanding of cloud technologies, virtualization, and enterprise platforms Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working in intelligence community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) environments Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as DoDAF or TOGAF Certifications in systems engineering or cloud platforms (e.g., INCOSE CSEP, AWS Solutions Architect) Background in leading cross-functional technical teams supporting mission-critical operations Join a mission-driven team advancing resilient and scalable systems architecture for national defense and intelligence operations. Apply today and become part of Synertex's legacy of innovation, leadership, and excellence.