Computer Hardware Architect Security Clearance

Position: Computer Hardware Architect with Security Clearance
Position Title:

Computer Hardware Architect

Location:

San Diego, CA Duration: 6-month contract to hire Compensation: $72.11-$86.53/hour ($150-$180k)

Job Description:

Insight Global is seeking a skilled and motivated Computer Hardware Architect to support the design, implementation, and sustainment of secure command and control (C2) solutions in classified environments. This role is critical to delivering reliable, mission-ready hardware systems for both fixed secure facilities and field/remote deployments. The ideal candidate will work closely with government stakeholders and cross-functional technical teams, providing hands-on architectural expertise across the full system lifecycle while operating primarily onsite in secure facilities.

Functional

Description:

• Design and implement the hardware components for command and control solutions which can be deployed to secure facilities and field/remote locations.

• Work onsite in a classified environment. Remote work supported only in limited capacity (short duration, NIPR) and with approval of the sponsor

• Work directly with stakeholders in a technical role; lead or participate in planning, technical exchange meetings, and design reviews with customers

• Evaluate user requirements and recommend appropriate systems and equipment

• Collaborate with other technology teams to design hardware systems and components
• Incorporate DoD Cybersecurity and Physical Security policies in the design and sustainment of the command and control solutions.

• Solve hardware-related problems with the goal of supporting a wide range of technological advancements

• Create models and designs of new systems

• Produce functional and engineering diagrams, schematics and technical drawings

• Troubleshoot processes related to computer hardware functionality

• Present and explain designs to managers, clients, and fellow employees

• Work in a lab to run tests, analyze the results, and recommend courses of action

• Monitor the production and installation of computer hardware systems

• Perform validation reviews to ensure that hardware installations meet stakeholder requirements

• Perform quality assurance reviews to ensure that computer hardware designs are accurate

• Perform verification reviews to ensure that hardware installations are compliant with approved design

• Produce documentation to support installation Certification:
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Required:

meet DoD IAT Level 1 (CompTIA Security + and OS/Computing Environment certification)

• Other desirable certifications:
o Certified Data Center Design Professional (CDCDP)
o Certified Hardware and Technology Engineer (CHTE)
o CompTIA IT Fundamentals
o CompTIA A+
o CompTIA Project+ o CompTIA IT Operations Specialist Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• 5+ years of experience with implementation and understanding of Engineering principles in a professional environment

• 5+ years of experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of computer system architectures

• Critical thinking

• Reading comprehension

• Creativity

• Technical Writing

• Presentations to management

• Working in Small Groups

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to dynamically prioritize tasks

• Organized with attention to detail and accuracy

• CAD Skills Desired