Senior Systems Architect -TS/SCI with Polygraph

*Position is currently located in Elkridge, MD and will relocate to another site in the National Capital Region in Summer 2026*

Transform technology into opportunity a Systems 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 Systems Architect, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.   

HOW A SYSTEMS ARCHITECT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:  

• Manage fact finding, analysis and development of final reports and delivery of presentations related to information technology.   

• Responsible for designing, leading and managing the delivery of mission critical systems and software products.     

• Conduct organizational analysis and evaluations to determine functional requirements  

• Work closely with versatile systems and engineering specialists to prioritize customer requirements, define goals, and refine business objectives.    

• Coordinates with Network, Security, and Program/Project Management to ensure team alignment on key initiatives and dependencies between groups.  

• Brief and convey technical information to customer leadership and stakeholders.   

• Interface directly with other system owners, customer leads, and end users to elicit new ideas and innovations that can be built into future systems deliveries.  

• Develop and apply engineering and design methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and advanced system requirements, hardware/software interfaces, and applications and solutions.  

• Senior level experience with design, development, implementation and maintenance of large-scale systems, preferably across multiple hardware platforms and data centers  

• The individual should have a strong understanding of the critical role a Systems Architect plays in delivering value to end users   

• Participates in special projects as required  

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:  

• Required Education and Experience: BA/BS + 10 years  

• Certifications: DoD Approved Baseline 8570 IAT level II certification is required prior to start date.  

• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph  

• Required Technical Skills: Evaluate information as it relates to requirements determination, conceptualization, design, development, testing, verification and validation, documentation, and implementation.  

• Required Skills: Windows systems, Linux, RedHat 6.5, Oracle, SQL Server 2012, Microsoft IIS, MS Hyper-V/VMWare/ESx/Xen Hypervisors, Windows Server 2012r2/2016, Database, and Data Management, Storage, Switching, Firewall, and Security Systems.  

• Hands on engineering experience with NetApp and other storage technologies and concepts  

• Experience with SAN, NAS and iSCSI storage implementations  

• Experience with capacity planning and sizing storage and backup environments  

• Experience in performance tuning and optimizing storage and backup environments  

• Experience with data center migrations and storage replication technologies  

• Location: On Customer Site   

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   

 GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

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