IT Solutions Architect

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and motivated IT Solutions Architect to lead the design, documentation, and migration of enterprise IT and systems management solutions from on-premises Windows Server environments to the U.S. Navys Microsoft Azure environment.

In this high-impact role, you will join a multidisciplinary team of systems and network engineers supporting the U.S. Navys digital transformation efforts. Your mission will be to modernize and optimize legacy server platforms through strategic divestment or migration to the cloud.

What Youll Work On

• Identify opportunities to retire legacy on-premises technologies.
• Guide our Navy client through a seamless transition to scalable, secure, and efficient cloud-based services.
• Lead the design of end-to-end Azure-based architectures for Windows Server-based enterprise IT systems and management tools.
• Collaborate with systems and network engineering teams to assess current-state environments and identify migration dependencies.
• Develop detailed workload migration plans, including timelines, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with technical and program managers to ensure alignment of architecture plans with broader project goals and timelines.
• Define and document cloud architecture standards, best practices, and technical patterns for Azure workloads.
• Provide guidance and oversight during implementation phases to ensure architectural compliance.
• Assist in developing business cases and TCO or ROI analyses for cloud migration initiatives.
• Scale delivery of modern systems engineering best practices, including Digital Engineering, Automation, and Orchestration across both systems and network solutions.
• Identify and document unfunded business requirements.
  
  

Join us. The world cant wait.

You Have

• 7 years of experience in enterprise IT architecture with a strong focus on Windows Server environments
• 5 years of experience managing enterprise Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, MECM, WSUS, and their Azure equivalents
• 3 years of experience designing and implementing Azure-based solutions
• Experience developing comprehensive IT infrastructure automation using scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python or automation tools such as Ansible or Terraform
• Experience working in cross-functional and matrixed teams
• Ability to automate the installation and operation of Windows Server-based applications and solutions
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.11 IAT Level II Certification such as CompTIA Security CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, or SSCP Certification within 30 days of hire date
  
  

Nice If You Have

• Experience applying core systems engineering concepts, processes, practices, and procedures in technical assignments
• Experience across enterprise-level platforms encompassing servers, storage, networking, software, and application services or equivalent depth within a single technical domain
• Experience collaborating and coordinating with senior-level stakeholders and organizational leaders
• Ability to mentor junior team members, fostering their growth and technical excellence
• Possession of excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Advanced Cybersecurity Certification such as CASP or CISSP Certification
  
  

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allens benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individuals particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allens total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, youll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, youll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
  
  

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.