IT Systems Engineer – Architect

Job overview

The IT Systems Engineer – Architect role is onsite in Columbia, Maryland. Compensation is not specified. The engineer supports applied research and experimentation projects intended to develop and implement next-generation IT tools, systems, and capabilities for cyber operations. The role coordinates technical work across external entities, administrators, engineers, developers, testers, government personnel, and mission partners. It contributes by shaping system architecture and engineering plans, guiding implementation and integration, and maintaining the technical integrity and security of project deliverables.

What you'll do

• Evaluate, develop, and deliver technical input to systems engineering
• develop technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation
• interact with Government personnel on systems engineering considerations and issues
• oversee technical integrity of work and deliverables
• communicate with program personnel, Government overseers, and senior executives
• guide system development and implementation planning, including engineering management and integration and test plans
• analyze complex information and resolve problems
• provide engineering guidance to technical staff and build relationships with Government agencies and mission partners
• deliver briefings on complex topics
• contribute to complex research projects
• apply knowledge of cloud/AWS and DoD Architecture Framework
• build systems from the ground up, including network architecture and systems engineering.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

it systems engineer

systems architect

columbia md

vmr strategic solutions

onsite

full-time

systems engineering

system architecture

cyber projects

cloud/aws

dod architecture framework

ts/sci polygraph

cissp

10 years experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires at least 10 years of systems engineering experience, a bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or a related discipline, an active CISSP, CASP+CE, or CSSLP certification meeting the stated DoD 8570 IASAE Level II minimum, and active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.

About the employer

VMR Strategic Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.