About us: Navaide: Catalysts for a Stronger Tomorrow
At Navaide, we exist to empower organizations to evolve and adapt in a rapidly changing world. By combining human ingenuity with transformative technology, we develop innovative solutions that drive progress for the people and systems that strengthen our nation. Our mission is rooted in agility, scalability, and a commitment to exceeding expectations, ensuring impactful results for our clients and communities.
Position: Enterprise Architect (Active DOD Secret Clearance)How You Will Make an Impact:
Navaide is seeking a seasoned and motivated Senior Systems/Enterprise Architect (EA) with demonstrated experience to provide EA support within the Department of Defense (DoD). Seeking solution-oriented individuals who work well independently and are able to effectively collaborate with technical teams to document and produce DoD Architecture Framework (DODAF) artifacts. The EA will assist the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Procurement (DASN(P)) in its mission by providing System Architecture & Enterprise Architecture support for an IT portfolio that consists of 25 systems.
This is a hybrid position (mostly remote), but candidates must live within local commuting area of the Pentagon, Arlington, VA / Washington, DC, and be available to travel to the Pentagon on an as-needed basis (10%-30% estimated). Candidates must also possess a US DoD Secret-level Security Clearance.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead DoD Business Enterprise Architecture (BEA) and Business Process Modeling initiatives.
- Lead EA initiatives and facilitate Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) to document and stay current on system architecture changes within the DON acquisition and procurement domain.
- Develop and describe the Enterprise Architecture in the context of the EA Modernization Roadmap for the Department of the Navy Acquisition domain and portfolio of systems.
- Assess Business Process Reengineering (BPR) compliance requirements and that enable annual funding certifications for systems in the Department of the Navy (DON) Acquisition (ACQ) domain.
- Act as liaison between DoN acquisition ITPM/FAM, DASN-P eBusiness team, Program Managers, system owners, business process owners, and DoN CIO to obtain and relay information used in developing and maintaining department’s Enterprise Architecture
- Develop and maintain the system and enterprise architecture library using System Architect and DoDAF add on licenses.
- Create and maintain existing EA architecture views.
- Expand the use of Enterprise Architecture by enhancing and promoting its operational value.
Relevant Skills & Experience:
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, active listening, assertiveness, negotiation, conflict resolution skills
- Sharp, motivated, aligned to Navaide's Vision, Mission, and Core Principles
- Expert proficiency in developing and maintaining System and Enterprise Architecture (EA) views and supporting artifacts in support of DoD Architecture Framework (DODAF).
- Familiarity with the ARIS enterprise architecture software suite.
- Expert proficiency in maintaining the integrity and currency of all architecture documentation and workflows and providing system, software, and technical recommendations that enhances system processing, data storage, data access, and application development.
- Ability to architect solutions to accommodate complex business needs and design architecture to align technologies from network, compute, storage, platform, cloud, database, software, systems, security, mail, and others.
- Expert proficiency in in analyzing and producing documentation that reveals the interdependencies between processes, technologies, applications, and data.
- Expert proficiency in architecting solutions using Amazon Web Services for 'cloud-scale,' high availability, reliability, and security.
- Demonstrated skills in system rationalization and performing technical stack assessments in support of DoD IT Portfolio system migration to Cloud hosting environments.
- Serve as a mentor to share knowledge and provide coaching while learning from others.
- Familiarity with the following DoD Data Visualization Tools: Advana & Jupiter (preferred).
- Understanding of DON Procure to Pay End to End (E2E), acquisition, procurement, and contracting domain (preferred).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)
Requirements:
- 5+ years of relevant Systems Engineering or System Architect experience
- 5+ years of experience developing Enterprise Architecture for IT Portfolios.
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in an IT related field preferred.
- Enterprise Architect Certification
Security Clearance:
Candidates must possess a US DoD Secret-level Security Clearance
Travel:
This position is mostly remote, but candidates must live within local travel distance of the Pentagon, and be available to travel to the Pentagon on a as needed basis (10%-30% estimated)
What We Offer:
Navaide is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace where our team members can thrive. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and ability to work at a sustainable pace.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Company perks such as flex spending, wellness initiatives, etc.
- 401(K) matching
About Our Culture:
Navaide honors integrity, curiosity, diligence, and collaboration in everything we do. We believe in building strong relationships with our clients, communities, and teammates, united by a shared purpose of creating a stronger tomorrow. Navaide is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Click on button on the top right to apply.
For more about us, please check out the following links:
About Navaide
Other Opportunities
Employee Benefits
Connect with us on LinkedIn!
Equal Opportunity Employer: Navaide is an EEO Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
E-Verify Participation:
E-Verify Participation Poster
IER Right to Work Poster
Similar Jobs
What We Do
NavAide = Navigational Aide Throughout history navigational aids have been used in the art of directing vessels through uncharted territories. We are here to serve as aides and advisors. We help our clients face challenges and navigate complex transitions. We understand dynamic business landscapes and leverage proven development methodologies to bring cutting edge technology to our clients. We have experience with implementation of large-scale Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) enterprise products, as well as development of custom software solutions to help our clients integrate and modernize legacy applications. We can assist with any and all aspects of the implementation lifecycle, which include requirements gathering and analysis, design and blueprinting, development, testing, data cleansing, data migration, deployment, and post go-live sustainment. NavAide is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status. We’re always looking for the best people who desire a meaningful and rewarding career. Contact us today for information on how to become a part of the team.
