Systems Architect

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Architect to join our team supporting U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Tek Synap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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• Design and oversee end-to-end system architectures supporting federal programs and mission systems
• Translate agency business, functional, and mission requirements into technical architectures and solution designs
• Ensure compliance with federal policies, standards, and frameworks (e.g., FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP)
• Develop architecture artifacts including system diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and design specifications
• Support cloud, hybrid, and on-premises architectures in accordance with agency cloud adoption strategies
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, program managers, cybersecurity teams, and contractors
• Provide technical oversight during system development, integration, testing, and deployment
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and vendors consistent with federal acquisition and security requirements
• Support system modernization, legacy system replacement, and data integration initiatives
• Participate in technical reviews, architecture boards, and design approval processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, IT architecture, or enterprise systems
• 3+ years supporting federal government or public sector IT programs
• Strong knowledge of federal IT standards and compliance requirements
• Experience designing systems in cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation for government audiences
• Strong communication skills for interacting with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Experience supporting civilian or DoD agencies
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, FEAF, DoDAF)
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, RMF, Zero Trust, and federal cybersecurity controls
• Experience with FedRAMP-authorized cloud services (AWS Gov Cloud, Azure Government, GCP)
• Architecture or cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, TOGAF, CISSP)
• Active or ability to obtain a government security clearance (if required by contract)
• Must be available to be onsite at the USPTO office in Arlington, VA within 48 hours of customer request

• Federal IT governance and compliance awareness
• Systems-level thinking and risk management
• Stakeholder engagement and technical leadership
• Documentation and audit readiness

Location:

Arlington, VA

Type of environment:
Hybrid

Travel Requirements:
At least 10%; travel to Arlington, VA should be feasible and sustainable for the candidate (proximity to the DC metro area is strongly preferred)

Work Schedule:

Day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

Must be available to be onsite at the USPTO office in Arlington, VA within 48 hours of customer request