What are the responsibilities and job description for the Enterprise Architect position at A2 Federal?
Job Description
The SME-level architect for the Scalable GEOINT enterprise, with top-tier expertise in Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Designs solutions to complex application, system administration, and network problems. Directs the analysis, development, operation, and installation of complete computer systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and develop solutions to complex application problems, system administration issues, or network concerns; perform systems management and integration functions.
Communicate with staff or clients to understand system requirements; investigate component suitability and recommend component use.
Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems, and the installation of operating systems, network or application software, and hardware.
Install, manage, configure, troubleshoot, and ensure availability of Army Active Directory services.
Integrate hardware-stack appliances with software to optimize availability while preserving security and simplicity; identify technology that simplifies applications and external integrations.
Build appropriate redundancy and resilience into system design and engineering, and identify shortcomings in the architecture.
Evaluate, recommend, and support transition of the architecture to DoW cloud-based infrastructure such as AWS GovCloud and C2S.
Collaborate with external providers and mission partners (including NGA Maven, AGDF, and NARs) on planned changes, change deployments, accreditation plans, projected hardware/software recapitalization and future infrastructure needs, and responses to mission-impacting incidents.
Incorporate security throughout all work: develop certification test procedures, evaluate and implement security configurations through security checklists and vulnerability scanning, and ensure audit integration and change management.
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Required Skills
Minimum 15 years of Windows engineering and architecture experience.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
Top-tier, expert-level proficiency managing Windows Server environments and Active Directory, and advising on GPO changes.
Advanced Microsoft certifications, e.g., MCSE or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
Active Final TOP SECRET clearance at start of work, with eligibility for SCI access.
DoWM 8140.03 baseline certification at start of performance; CE certification or certificate of training in the relevant technology before privileged access to Government systems.
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About A2 Federal
A2 Federal is dedicated to augmenting the United States' national security efforts, domestically and abroad. We specialize in intelligence, language, and information technology/cyber services to support the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and other agencies across the federal government.
The SME-level architect for the Scalable GEOINT enterprise, with top-tier expertise in Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Group Policy. Designs solutions to complex application, system administration, and network problems. Directs the analysis, development, operation, and installation of complete computer systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and develop solutions to complex application problems, system administration issues, or network concerns; perform systems management and integration functions.
Communicate with staff or clients to understand system requirements; investigate component suitability and recommend component use.
Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems, and the installation of operating systems, network or application software, and hardware.
Install, manage, configure, troubleshoot, and ensure availability of Army Active Directory services.
Integrate hardware-stack appliances with software to optimize availability while preserving security and simplicity; identify technology that simplifies applications and external integrations.
Build appropriate redundancy and resilience into system design and engineering, and identify shortcomings in the architecture.
Evaluate, recommend, and support transition of the architecture to DoW cloud-based infrastructure such as AWS GovCloud and C2S.
Collaborate with external providers and mission partners (including NGA Maven, AGDF, and NARs) on planned changes, change deployments, accreditation plans, projected hardware/software recapitalization and future infrastructure needs, and responses to mission-impacting incidents.
Incorporate security throughout all work: develop certification test procedures, evaluate and implement security configurations through security checklists and vulnerability scanning, and ensure audit integration and change management.
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Required Skills
Minimum 15 years of Windows engineering and architecture experience.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
Top-tier, expert-level proficiency managing Windows Server environments and Active Directory, and advising on GPO changes.
Advanced Microsoft certifications, e.g., MCSE or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
Active Final TOP SECRET clearance at start of work, with eligibility for SCI access.
DoWM 8140.03 baseline certification at start of performance; CE certification or certificate of training in the relevant technology before privileged access to Government systems.
,
About A2 Federal
A2 Federal is dedicated to augmenting the United States' national security efforts, domestically and abroad. We specialize in intelligence, language, and information technology/cyber services to support the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and other agencies across the federal government.