Missile Defense Systems Architect, Senior
Listed on 2026-06-18
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Overview
Missile Defense Systems Architect, Senior
At Booz Allen, you can use your background in mission-critical operations and expertise in modern software development ecosystems to work in a complex and dynamic environment that supports national defense capabilities. Youll translate external interfaces and operational needs into resilient, scalable, and secure technical solutions, lead the building of a software prototype solution using Agile development, and drive modernization, interoperability, and long-term sustainability through system architecture.
YouHave
- 10+ years of experience developing software architectures, Agile methodologies planning, and executing system integration of complex systems
- 5+ years of experience with the design, development, testing, or analysis of Missile Defense Weapons Systems or Fire Control Systems
- Experience supporting overall engineering integration of systems engineering and integration efforts for the DoD, government agencies, or commercial programs
- Experience with containerization and orchestration using tools such as Kubernetes and Agile methodologies, or the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
- Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining software messaging bus systems using protocols and frameworks such as Java Message Service (JMS), Zenoh, MQTT, gRPC, or Protocol Buffers (Proto Buf)
- Experience developing software within an Agile framework and Dev Sec Ops infrastructure as part of a Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline
- Knowledge of Systems Modeling Language (SysML), DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), Zero Trust principles, and cybersecurity frameworks
- Ability to effectively lead a cross-functional team, and demonstrate initiative to complete complex tasks to achieve program goals in a fast-paced environment
- Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience with OPIR or Missile Warning Operations
- Experience architecting and implementing cloud-based solutions and cloud-based development to enable scalable, efficient, and reliable systems
- Experience with risk assessments and threat modeling techniques
- Experience with code quality and static analysis tools such as Sonar Qube, Clippy, cargo-deny, or cargo-audit
- Experience with secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation
- Knowledge of DoD 5000.01 or 5000.02
- Ability to display a personal or professional Git Hub profile demonstrating projects
- TS/SCI clearance
- Masters degree
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.
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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $ (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
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