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Senior Enterprise Architect

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About NDi:

Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

Job Description:

The Senior Enterprise Architect leads the development and integration of enterprise architecture strategies across business, application, data, technology, and security domains. The position establishes long-term enterprise architecture roadmaps to support modernization, digital transformation, and investment planning. It contributes to governance frameworks by defining reference architectures, standards, and principles. The architect collaborates with stakeholders to align architecture with organizational priorities and provides oversight to ensure scalability, interoperability, and consistency with enterprise goals. The role also manages the deployment and maintenance of enterprise architecture tools.

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Must possess an active TS clearance at the time of application, be willing and able to obtain SCI access, and pass a CI polygraph.
  • Candidate must be able to work onsite five days a week at one of the following locations: Washington, D.C.; Huntsville, Alabama; or Clarksburg, West Virginia

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT architecture, including a minimum of four (4) years in a senior or lead architect role driving enterprise-wide IT transformation efforts.
  • Proven experience in large-scale architecture development, including cloud computing, data center modernization, network architecture, and integration across multi-cloud environments.
  • Certification in federal enterprise architecture frameworks such as DODAF.
  • Hands-on experience working within federal or highly regulated environments.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity architecture and ensuring systems are designed to comply with industry standards and federal regulations (e.g., FISMA, NIST).

Qualifications:

  • Experience in enterprise data architecture and integrating modern technologies such as microservices and APIs into architecture design.
  • Strong background in ITIL with advanced leadership skills in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

  • Identifies design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommends changes or enhancements.
  • Leads the development and integration of enterprise architecture strategies that align business, application, data, technology, and security domains.
  • Establishes and maintains long-term enterprise architecture roadmaps to guide modernization, investment planning, and digital transformation.
  • Contributes to enterprise governance frameworks by defining reference architectures, standards, and principles that support mission and business outcomes.
  • Partners with stakeholders across business and IT functions to ensure enterprise architecture reflects organizational priorities and operational realities.
  • Provides architectural oversight for major initiatives to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide objectives, scalability, and interoperability.
  • Oversees the deployment and maintenance of enterprise architecture tools.
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Compensation and Benefits:

At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job.

Veterans First Commitment:

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization.

Commitment to :

NDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, , , , , , , , , veteran or military status, citizenship, , or any other basis prohibited by law in all phases of the employment process and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As a federal government contractor, NDi complies with all applicable affirmative action requirements.

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