Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Technical Solutions

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Business, Innovation, Innovative Products

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Senior IT Systems Solution Architect (Zero Trust)– TS/SCI Required

Transform technology into opportunity as a Senior IT Systems Solution Architect (Zero Trust)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 Senior IT Systems Solution Architect (Zero Trust), you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a PC Systems Specialist joining our team to support INSCOM Army.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Senior IT Systems Solution Architect (Zero Trust), your work at GDIT will empower Army Intelligence’s most critical missions. You will be responsible for the lifecycle of personal computer systems, supporting classified environments where reliability and security are paramount. Your technical expertise will directly contribute to advancing enterprise IT operations.

• Lead/Manage/Support: Drive the analysis, design, and implementation of Zero Trust capabilities. Evaluate requirements, assess alternatives, and architect solutions that enable secure, modernized mission operations.
• Collaborate: Partner closely with engineers, cybersecurity SMEs, and government stakeholders to integrate Zero Trust principles across enterprise systems, ensuring interoperability and mission alignment.
• Drive: Champion Zero Trust adoption, mapping strategic objectives to actionable technical milestones and aligning architecture with mission outcomes.
• Utilize: Apply deep technical experience across ICAM, ZTNA, SEIM, SOAR, and enterprise security tools to deliver resilient, scalable, and policy‑compliant cybersecurity solutions

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define, develop, and maintain enterprise Zero Trust architecture, technical documentation, and integration strategies.
• Perform requirements analysis, due diligence, and solution design to support Zero Trust modernization initiatives.
• Build work breakdown structures and delivery schedules, tracking milestones, risks, and interdependencies.
• Plan and guide the integration of Zero Trust components—including identity, devices, networks, applications, data, and analytics—into existing Army INSCOM systems.
• Ensure solutions align with cybersecurity frameworks, DoD policies, regulatory requirements, and operational constraints.
• Lead cross-functional technical teams, providing architectural direction and ensuring alignment across engineering, cybersecurity, and operations.
• Manage risk, scope, and progress using structured project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or GitLab.
• Conduct architecture assessments and develop recommendations for Zero Trust technologies and implementation pathways.
• Drive transparent communication across stakeholders, ensuring decisions and dependencies are documented and traceable.
• Provide consultative support on identity, access, data usage, workflow conflicts, and policy adherence..

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your expertise to GDIT and grow in a career that makes an impact. As a Senior IT Systems Solution Architect, you will need:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in IT systems architecture, enterprise architecture, or related technical leadership roles. 5+ years of experience managing cybersecurity projects, including Zero Trust implementation and ICAM integration.
• Technical skills:
  • Practical knowledge of Zero Trust principles and recognized cybersecurity frameworks, translating them into delivery plans and policy enforcement.
  • In-depth working knowledge in one or more cybersecurity technology domains such as: Identity, Credentialing, and Access Management (ICAM), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Security Event Incident Management (SEIM), Security Orchestration Automation and Response (SOAR)
  • Proficiency with structured PM tools and governance practices to manage scope, schedule, risk, and budget.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills; ability to lead technical teams and manage complex projects.
• Security clearance level: TS/SCI
• Required Certification(s):
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II/8140 Computing Environment (CE) Certification as determined by the Program Manager is required prior to support on contract.
  • IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification PMI-ACP, CISSP, CCSP, GSLC, CASP, Security+, or Zero Trust/ICAM-focused
  • Preferred Computing Environment certification: PMP or PMI-ACP
• Role requirements:
  • On customer site daily support.
  • Candidates must be willing and able to attain a CI Polygraph for certain positions as determined by the contract.
  • The position may require lifting of objects (i.e., IT Hardware), reaching/bending/kneeling (i.e., plug-in cables), and other moderately strenuous activity.
  • Travel may be required to support the mission.

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.

Join us and make an impactful difference while advancing your career with GDIT.

#GDITINSCOM

#I2TS4

#GDITArmy

The likely salary range for this position is $157,250 - $212,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Fort Belvoir

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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