Lead Systems Architect / Integration Engineer

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

BI Full 6C (T4)

Job Family:

Systems Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Complex Systems, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Information Assurance, Networking Technologies, Systems Integration

Certifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) - ISC2, TOGAF Foundation - The Open Group

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Systems Engineer Expert at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements support US Customs and Border Protection. With a career in systems integration and engineering you’ll will support initiatives across the portfolio enabling the overall mission effect of multiple technology solutions in diverse operational models.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Integration Engineer with Cyber you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Systems Engineer with systems integration and cybersecurity experience joining our team to provide multi-domain technical leadership and coordination; oversee technical aspects of field deployments and consult with program management on dependency risks; apply systems engineering methodology to solution customization for emerging requirements, technology innovation insertion, and operations and maintenance process/procedures.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

● Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing Information and Operational Technology (OT and IT) systems

● Provide technical multi-domain leadership and systems integration expertise in support of customer’s critical mission capabilities

●The System Engineering Chief Architect is responsible for technical coordination of Power Systems, Structural Engineering, Communication and Network Engineering, Subject Matter Experts while incorporating their own expertise to resolve technical challenges to include requirements and dependency management, through collaborative problem solving with all relevant stakeholders.

● Support market growth efforts as a subject matter expert in systems engineering and integration on proposal development.

● Work alongside a team of diverse functional subject matter experts to include Project/Program managers, contract capture teams, technologists, and leadership.

● Lead a small team of field technologists to build, field, and maintain CBP deployed capabilities

● Communicating with program, portfolio, and government leadership on technical status with an understanding of costs and schedule constraints.

● Drive technical and process innovation into solutions creating a culture of innovation through practical roadmaps and planning.

● Provide Cyber and Information Assurance leadership to the portfolio and program.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

● Education: Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent work experience

● Required Experience: 15+ years of related experience in systems engineering related work and must have at least five years leading technical aspects of systems integration programs  

● Security Clearance Level: DHS-CBP Background Investigation is preferred.

●Required Skills and Abilities:

• 10+ years in networking technologies.
• 5+ years of Information Assurance or Cybersecurity experience
• Candidates should have a functional understanding of a subset of the following technical skills: AI/ML Computer Vision, power systems, structural engineering, wireless networking, sensing technologies such as electro-optical, thermal, fiber optics, radio frequency, LIDAR, and computing systems, large scale systems design, data engineering, information and cyber security, and C2 systems.
• Communication (including executive level interface), work autonomously and in groups, highly organized, deadline-oriented, continuous-improvement mindset.
• Proven ability to lead development of technical data packages such as a system description, Interface Control Document (ICD), CONOPS, related appendices and detail artifacts such as an API SDD, OV-1s, and systems and enterprise architecture packages.
• Experience managing the system engineering lifecycle, including trade studies, analysis of alternatives, proofs of concepts, and operational pilots.
• Location: Hybrid with 10% travel to customer sites and local offices.

● Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience working in US Customs or Border Protection programs or projects highly desired.
• Advanced networking certifications (active or expired) such as the CCND.
• Experience working in a DDIL (Denied, Disrupted, Intermittent, and Limited Impact) environment strongly preferred.
• Active CISSP or equivalent
• Systems Engineering and/or Enterprise Architecture industry certification(s).

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home

● 401K with company match

● Comprehensive health and wellness packages

● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $182,750 - $247,250. 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:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Herndon - 13857 Mclearen Road (VAS091)

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 30 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.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.