Systems Architect – SECRET Clearance Required - Security Clearance Required
Overview
Work Where it Matters
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.
As an ASE employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values.
You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Job Summary :
The Systems Architect on the DOD USA INDOPACOM ITS2 Project plays a pivotal role in providing enterprise architecture support to the Director of the USINDOPACOM Command, Control, Communications, and Cyber Directorate (J6).
This position is essential for guiding the strategic architectural direction informed by the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF).
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities :
The Systems Architect is responsible for offering subject matter expertise to plan and coordinate future capabilities that facilitate information sharing, collaboration, and interoperability within federated, franchised, or centralized business models.
The role involves analyzing use cases and delivering architecture artifacts and recommendations. These contributions are critical to the production of DoDAF products that create enterprise architecture models and reports, particularly in the areas of Information Assurance (IA) and Cybersecurity.
Further responsibilities include developing and maintaining architecture Implementation Plans that support technical, operational, and governance requirements, encompassing integrated schedule updates and program and project milestones.
The architect also analyzes alternatives and provides recommendations based on emergent technologies to enhance C4 architecture within the USINDOPACOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Additionally, the Systems Architect must compile and deliver a Monthly Status Report (MSR). This report includes a list of accomplishments, identification of any task issues, problem areas, and necessary actions required by the government, ensuring transparency and ongoing alignment with USINDOPACOM strategic objectives.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications :
- Active Secret clearance
- IAW DoDM 8410.03, must meet intermediate proficiency level.
- Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAM-I certifications :
- CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)
- Security+ CE
- CND (Certified Network Defender)
- Cloud+ GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
- HCISPP (Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner)
- Must have at least 3 years of general knowledge or experience with geographical combatant command(s) or similar theater-wide architectures and extensive relevant program management experience comparable to this requirement.
- Must have experience with IT project management and architecture development (i.e. DoDAF), preferably in a DoD environment.
- Experience using Microsoft Office tools (Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
Posted Salary Range
132000 to 146000
Benefits Information
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.
com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Job : Information Technology
Travel : None
Organization : ASE - Akima Systems Engineering
Clearance : SECRET
Work Type : On-Site
Remote : No
ReqID : 2024-11919