The Role
Design, accredit, and optimize secure systems handling extremely sensitive data across multiple network fabrics and global/hybrid-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Oracle). Strengthen on‑prem architectures, optimize cloud cost/performance, and support system accreditation and configuration management for classified programs.
Summary Generated by Built In
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are needing a Systems Architect who can design, accredit, and optimize systems that protect extremely sensitive data across multiple network fabrics. In this role, you’ll shape global and hybrid‑cloud architectures, strengthen on‑prem environments, and leverage AWS, Azure, and Oracle to deliver secure, efficient, and scalable solutions.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are needing a Systems Architect who can design, accredit, and optimize systems that protect extremely sensitive data across multiple network fabrics. In this role, you’ll shape global and hybrid‑cloud architectures, strengthen on‑prem environments, and leverage AWS, Azure, and Oracle to deliver secure, efficient, and scalable solutions.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- Accrediting systems that handle extremely sensitive data.
- Accrediting systems on multiple network fabrics.
- Designing, developing, or maintaining systems that handle extremely sensitive data.
- Designing, developing, or maintaining systems on multiple network fabrics.
- Cloud Service Providers (CSP) offerings, specifically AWS, Azure, and Oracle.
- Optimizing cloud hosted systems for cost and performance efficiencies
- Designing, developing, or maintaining systems used globally
- Hybrid cloud architectures
- Designing or maintaining on prem architectures.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
- Working with Service of Common Concern (SoCC) programs.
- Designing and standardizing DevOps processes.
- Working with the Customer's suite of tools.
- Supporting IC and DoW programs
- Working with the Customer's Configuration Management Database (CMDB) processes and procedures.
- Working with the Customer's system accreditation suite of tools.
- Certification(s): Cloud Service Provider certifications
What We Offer You
- Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
- Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
- 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
- 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
- Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.
SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.
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About
At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
- Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
- Accrediting systems that handle extremely sensitive data
- Accrediting systems on multiple network fabrics
- Designing, developing, or maintaining systems that handle extremely sensitive data
- Designing, developing, or maintaining systems on multiple network fabrics
- Experience with Cloud Service Providers: AWS, Azure, Oracle
- Optimizing cloud-hosted systems for cost and performance efficiencies
- Designing, developing, or maintaining systems used globally
- Hybrid cloud architectures
- Designing or maintaining on-prem architectures
- Working with Service of Common Concern (SoCC) programs
- Designing and standardizing DevOps processes
- Familiarity with Customer Configuration Management Database (CMDB) processes and system accreditation tools
- Cloud Service Provider certification(s)
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The Company
What We Do
Ardent Principles, Inc. is a people-focused IT and management consulting firm for commercial and government clients, specializing in IT services and program management, and offering advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and staff augmentation.
