IT Infrastructure Architect

IT Infrastructure Architect Job Location s

US-MD-Bethesda | US-VA-Chantilly

• Requisition :
• Position Category:
  Information Technology
• Clearance:
  Public Trust

• Develop and maintain enterprise infrastructure blueprints (network, storage, compute, cloud, virtualization).
• Ensure infrastructure designs comply with NIST 800-53 security controls and organizational policies.
• Architect hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud) with a focus on scalability, resilience, and compliance.

• Integrate NIST 800-53 control requirements into infrastructure planning and implementation.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure secure configurations and continuous monitoring.
• Support audits, assessments, and accreditation processes (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP).

• Identify and mitigate risks in infrastructure design and deployment.
• Conduct security impact analyses for infrastructure changes.
• Maintain documentation of security controls, configurations, and system boundaries.

• Partner with IT leadership, system owners, and compliance officers to align infrastructure with business needs.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and administrators on secure infrastructure practices.
• Lead infrastructure projects from design through implementation and ongoing support.

• Stay current with emerging technologies, federal security standards, and best practices.
• Recommend enhancements to improve performance, security, and compliance posture.
• Drive automation and modernization initiatives to streamline infrastructure management.

This role is contingent upon successful award of the associated contract.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field and 8 years of experience, Master's degree and 6 years of experience, or Ph.D. and 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure design and architecture.
• Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls and compliance frameworks (FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Expertise in networking, virtualization, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and enterprise storage.
• Experience with identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and secure system design.
• Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  practices and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Power Shell).
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or Microsoft/AWS/Azure Architect certifications are highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust as required for the contract.
• This is a remote capable position, however, candidates must live in the DC/MD/No
  
  VA local area.

• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into technical solutions.
• 6-8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure design and architecture is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Experience working in federal or regulated environments.

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$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.