Lead Enterprise Architect (DMV Area and Pensacola, FL)

Lead Enterprise Architect

Expression is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to support the execution of a long-term Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) enterprise engineering and operations support program.

The Lead Enterprise Architect is the subject matter expert for network and cloud architecture and design. This role leads application and network architecture and design efforts, advises the Government on IT system strategy, develops business cases and ROI analyses for new technologies, and researches and evaluates emerging networking technologies to support the CISA mission.

Work Location:

• Onsite in the DMV area and Pensacola, Florida.

Security Clearance:

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Must obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness (Entry-on-Duty) determination prior to receiving unescorted access to Government facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead application and network architecture and design across CISA enterprise IT (SDN/SD-WAN, IAM, mobility, collaboration, cloud hosting, and communications).
• Develop and maintain the enterprise technology strategy, target architecture, network taxonomy, and architecture standards.
• Develop business cases and determine Return on Investment (ROI) for new technologies and solutions.
• Advise on IT system strategy and produce conceptual and logical designs and System Design Documents (SDDs).
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and apply Agile and Scrum frameworks on projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or information systems.
• Experience in network engineering and a minimum of 5 years in network architecture.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an additional 10 years of experience in IT architecture and engineering, for a total of 15 years.
• Subject matter expertise in network and cloud architecture and design.
• Demonstrated experience developing business cases / ROI, architecting solutions to meet business and functional requirements, and applying Agile/Scrum; broad knowledge of application development frameworks and methodologies.

Benefits:

Expression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:

• 401k matching
• PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
• Education reimbursement up to $10,000/yr
• Complimentary life insurance
• Generous PTO and 11 days of holiday leave
• Onsite gym facility and trainer
• Commuter Benefits Plan
• In-office Cold Brew Coffee

About Expression:

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, AI/ML, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.

We make sure to provide everyone with the tools and opportunities to grow while working on some of the newest technologies in the industry. We get excited about celebrating our professionals' milestones, accomplishments, promotions, overcoming challenges, and many other aspects that make an engaging collaborative environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Expression is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please submit your request to our Human Resources department through the application portal.