Lead Enterprise Solutions Architect

Lead Enterprise Solutions ArchitectWe are looking for a Lead Enterprise Solutions Architect to join our team supporting Joint Service Provider (JSP) Engineering and Development for the Enterprise (ED-E) contract in Arlington, VA.TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. 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If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP"."As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration".Responsibilities & QualificationsResponsibilitiesServe as the trusted advisor to executive leadership, aligning enterprise architecture strategy with organizational mission, vision, and strategic goals.Develop, produce, and maintain a comprehensive enterprise architecture vision, principles, and organizational standards.Maintain current and target inventories of major organizational assets and features, referred to as the "operating model."Track interrelationships between enterprise assets and support the mapping of the current-to-future state via a "transition plan" or modernization roadmap.Direct, supervise, and mentor enterprise architects and associated personnel across architecture-related activities.Maintain a centralized repository of enterprise architecture documentation, including models, standards, roadmaps, and inventories.Lead enterprise-wide architecture governance and maturity management initiatives.Analyze transformational investments, business plans, and portfolio strategies for architectural alignment and recommend improvements as necessary.Participate in business and technical segment architecture development, including solution architecture as required.Provide subject matter expertise in frameworks and modeling tools such as DoDAF and SysML.Apply deep knowledge in one or more of the following: business process modeling, data architecture, application/software architecture, infrastructure, security architecture, or ontology development.Contribute to the development of service taxonomies and semantic web technologies (e.g., OWL) to enhance organizational understanding and interoperability.Required QualificationsExperienceExtensive experience in enterprise architecture roles with a focus on strategy alignment, governance, and architecture development across business and technical domains.Broad understanding of enterprise architecture history, evolution, theory, and frameworks.Demonstrated proficiency with architecture modeling tools, industry standards, and relevant technical domains (e.g., DoDAF, SysML).Deep knowledge in at least one area such as business, data, application, infrastructure, security, or ontology-based architectures, with working knowledge of the others.CertificationsNot required, though familiarity with architecture frameworks and modeling languages is expected.EducationMaster's Degree in Enterprise Architecture or related field, or multiple certifications in enterprise architecture.An MBA with a technical degree may substitute for the master's degree requirement.ClearanceMust possess an active Secret clearance at time of application.OverviewThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Location: Arlington, VAType of environment: OfficeNoise level: MediumWork schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.Amount of Travel: Less than 10%The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.U.S. CitizenSecret clearanceOther InformationPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.Equal Employment OpportunityIn order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.