Lead Systems ArchitectAt B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME)–level Lead Systems Architect to define and govern the System of Systems (SoS) architecture for the U.S. Census Bureau's Decennial Transformation and Application Modernization (DTAM) effort.
This role provides technical and management leadership on major architecture and engineering assignments, establishing goals and plans that meet project objectives across on-premises, SaaS, and multi-cloud environments. The Lead Systems Architect performs gap analyses, develops architecture roadmaps and standards, and ensures solutions are cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with USCB Enterprise Architecture. Decision-making and domain knowledge may have a critical impact on overall program implementation. May supervise others.ResponsibilitiesReview and assess current Decennial and enterprise systems architecture footprints across on-prem, SaaS, and multi-cloud, and perform a gap analysis with documented findings and recommendationsDevelop, document, and maintain a system architecture and engineering roadmap and associated schedulesEstablish and maintain systems architecture and engineering standards, processes, and procedures for SoS service providers, including coding standards for auditing and loggingDevelop and maintain Decennial systems engineering plans, including the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP), Systems Engineering Plan, and Software Developer GuideCreate and maintain a Decennial Census Program Interface Catalog with all interface definitions and detailDevelop and maintain the Decennial SoS architecture and Line of Business Architecture documentsLead application rationalization and system assessments, mapping current/intended states to target states based on established architecture standards, templates, and patternsEstablish, update, and maintain architecture artifacts in alignment with USCB Enterprise ArchitecturePlan, coordinate, and participate in ongoing architecture and engineering reviews to verify alignment with standards and guidelinesCollaborate with internal and external service providers, solution providers, and third-party vendors to implement architecture processesSupport program risk management by identifying, documenting, analyzing, and managing architecture-related risks and issuesEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field15+ years of experience providing technical and management leadership on major systems architecture assignments (SME level)Required SkillsExpert experience designing System of Systems (SoS) and enterprise architectures across hybrid on-prem and multi-cloud environmentsDemonstrated ability to perform architecture gap analyses, develop roadmaps, and establish standards, patterns, and reference architecturesExperience developing SEMP, interface catalogs, and Line of Business / SoS architecture documentationStrong background in application rationalization and modernization strategyExperience aligning solutions with enterprise architecture frameworks and governance boardsCertificationsDesired:The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)Cloud Architecture certification (AWS / Azure / Google)Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Desired SkillsExperience with large-scale federal modernization or data-centric cloud transformation programsFamiliarity with DevSecOps, microservices, containerization, and cloud-native design patternsExperience leading Engineering Working Group (EWG) or Technical Review Board (TRB) sessionsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive briefing to senior Government stakeholdersSecurity ClearanceU.S. Citizenship requiredMore About B&ANotable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S.
Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.Benefits and ProgramsB&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance.
These include:The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and moreA formal mentorship programJob shadowing and cross training opportunitiesBrand Ambassador programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and moreMonthly teambuilding eventsB&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and moreAt B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.EEOB&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.EEO is the LawB&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.