Solutions Architect at General Dynamics Information Technology

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:

Solutions Architect

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Application Development, Solution Architecture, Systems Engineering

Certifications:

None

Experience:

20 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Transform technology into opportunity as a Solutions Architect with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Solutions Architect you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Solutions Architect joining our team to evolve and maintain network infrastructure for the Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration.

HOW A SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

•    Identifies solutions based on business and technical criteria, analyzes alternatives based on trade space, and implements designs
•    Researches current and emerging technologies and process methodologies and proposes changes and tailoring where needed
•    Assesses the system and business process architectures currently in place and works with staff to recommend improvements
•    Ensures technical architecture teams deliver efficient and effective system solutions to support business goals and objectives
•    Develops, enhances, and maintains established service design procedure and process by applying process frameworks and methodologies
•    Prepares and presents test plan, technical presentations, and analyst briefings
•    Identifies customer requirements, analyzes alternatives, and conducts product recommendations related to software, platform, and network configurations
•    Provides updates to stakeholders on project cost, schedule, and quality in comparison to stakeholder objectives
•    May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals
•    May serve as a team or task lead
•    Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in solutions architecture

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

•     Education: Doctorate/PhD (Substitutions will be based on additional years of experience)

•    Required Experience: 20+ years of related experience 

•    Required Technical Skills: Demonstrated ability with Solution Architecture, Software Development, Systems Engineering, Application Development, Technical Documentation 

•    Security Clearance Level:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Possess Q or TS level clearance (or their equivalency) with the ability to obtain a Q level clearance
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain such clearance as a condition of employment

•    Required Skills and Abilities: Proficient Written and Oral Communication; Organization, Problem Solving, Communication, and Teamwork.

•    Location: On-site in Germantown, MD

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

•    401K with company match
•    Comprehensive health and wellness packages
•    Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
•    Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
•    Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
•    Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

#WeAreGDIT #solutionsarchitect #NNSAITOPS

The likely salary range for this position is $202,462 - $273,920. 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:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Germantown

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 30 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.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.