Enterprise Architect Team Lead

Requires US Citizenship
Employment Term and Type: Regular, Full Time
Required Security Clearance: TS with SCI eligibility
Required Education: B.S. degree

The Opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to support the mission objectives and needs of our customer, with work locations at several sites in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area.  The position is contingent upon award of the Office of the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO) DCIO for Information Enterprise (IE) and Special Access Program Information Technology (SAP IT) Support Services Task Order.

The Enterprise Architect will be responsible for developing and maintaining enterprise IT architecture while leading a team of architects and engineers in support of the DoD CIO. This role requires a highly experienced provessional with deep expertise in enterprise architecture, IT modernization, and systems integration within the federal government. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, strategic guidance, and architectural oversight to ensure IT investments align with mission objectives and regulatory requirements.

 Responsibilities:

• Design and implement enterprise IT architectures that align with DoD CIO objectives, cybersecurity frameworks, and federal IT policies.
• Develop architectural roadmaps, standards, and frameworks to support IT modernization efforts.
• Lead and mentor a team of diversely skilled architects and engineers, providing guidance on best practices, emerging technologies, and architectural methodologies.
• Assign tasks, oversee project execution, and ensure alignment with program goals and timelines.
• Oversee the integration of new and existing IT systems, ensuring interoperability, scalability, and security.
• Support cloud migration, Zero Trust Architecture implementation, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with DoD CIO Leadership, IT teams, and external stakeholders to align enterprise architecture with mission needs.
• Provide expert recommendations on IT investments, risk management, and governance strategies.
• Ensure IT architectures adhere to DoD cybersecurity policieis, acquisition regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Support system accreditation, risk assessments, and enterprise governance initiatives.

• Must hold a current Top Secret clearance and be SCI eligible.
• BA/BS and 10 years relevant experience. Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of education.
• Current DoD 8140 – Intermediate Certification
• Solution architecture, solution development, and architecture framework experience (TOGAF, DODAF, FEAF)
• Knowledge of DoD IT policies, cybersecurity frameworks (Zero Trust, RMF), and cloud computing strategies.
• Strong professional leadership traits, including experience mentoring, advising, and coaching customer and internal teams.
• Familiarity of DOD and commercial enterprise environments

• Master’s Degree in IT Management, System Engineering, or related fields.
• PMP, ITIL, TOGAF, or CISSP certification
• Familiarity with AI/ML, automation, and emerging technologies relevant to DoD IT modernization.

• Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting, Standing, Near Acuity, Speaking with colleagues and customers, Listening, Sight, Use of hands/fingers.

This position description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. This and all positions are eligible for organization-wide transfer. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.


Company Overview: Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state-of-the-art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter.  With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.

ATG offers a generous compensation package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), group life insurance, educational reimbursement, among other benefits.

We value our employees and strive to offer many opportunities for professional growth.

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability