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Cambridge International Systems Inc

Designs and delivers cyber-physical security solutions

Deputy Solution Architect

IT OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeStafford, VA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must be proficient in using computers, enterprise architecture tools, collaboration platforms, and other technologies pertinent to the position.
  • A master's degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics, including Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems, plus 10 years of relevant professional experience; or an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in a qualifying quantitative field plus 14 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Experience must include research, design, and development of computer and network software or specialized utility programs, including database maintenance within an application area, as applicable.
  • Experience applying programming concepts in a professional or academic setting and applying modern software development methodologies such as Agile, DevOps, or DevSecOps.
  • 10 or more years of progressive experience in IT systems architecture, engineering, and integration, with significant experience supporting USMC, Naval, or DoD enterprise environments.
  • Strong experience with solution architecture, enterprise IT infrastructure, systems integration, and System-of-Systems environments.
  • Knowledge of the Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN), SAFe practices, technical baselines, traceability, capability decomposition, and technical roadmapping.
  • Experience with Program Increment Planning, backlog refinement, Agile, DevOps, or DevSecOps methodologies, and collaboration with Program Managers, Release Train Engineers, and Enterprise Architects.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity, infrastructure, platforms, interoperability, and technical dependencies in DoD enterprise environments.
  • Must have a current and active DoD TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
  • Must comply with applicable medical or travel requirements for domestic travel, as required by governing authorities.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Solution Intent by documenting, maintaining, and validating the technical baseline.
  • Track traceability by connecting mission capabilities and technical enablers directly to MCEN compliance requirements.
  • Guide solution architectures to support seamless interoperability across enterprise portfolios.
  • Identify and design infrastructure, cybersecurity, platforms, and other technical enablers required for future capabilities.
  • Collaborate with Program Managers, Release Train Engineers, and Enterprise Architects to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
  • Assist in developing Program Increment and multi-Program Increment technical roadmaps.
  • Refine and prepare backlogs by ensuring backlog items meet established quality definitions before Program Increment Planning ceremonies.
  • Provide day-to-day data preparation and administrative support to the Lead Solution Architect.
  • Translate high-level architectural concepts into actionable backlog structures.
  • Support capability decomposition and maintain visibility of technical dependencies and runway.
  • Travel between company offices, customer sites, and government installations as required.
  • Transport and use work equipment, such as laptops, during site visits.
  • Communicate with team members, customers, and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.

Desired Qualifications

  • Certified SAFe Architect or equivalent.
  • SAFe Solution Train Engineer or SAFe Practice Consultant certification.
  • CISSP or CISM certification.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure DevOps Engineer Expert.
  • CCNP Enterprise, CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, or equivalent expert-level transport networking certification.
  • Formal DoDAF Framework training or TOGAF certification.
  • INCOSE CSEP certification.
  • CCZT or vendor-specific Zero Trust training.
  • DevSecOps Foundation or Certified DevSecOps Professional certification.
  • CDMP or foundational Cloud Data Architect training.

About the Company

Cambridge International Systems Inc

Designs and delivers cyber-physical security solutions

Cambridge International Systems designs and delivers capacity-building and security solutions across cyber and physical domains, working in sectors such as critical infrastructure, border security, aviation, threat finance, banking, and health security. It uses holistic discovery to understand complex environments and then deploys integrated, multi-domain solutions that address people, processes, and technology, with advisory, implementation, and ongoing support. With nearly 30 years of experience in high-stakes environments, it focuses on end-to-end capacity-building and holistic problem-solving rather than isolated tools, serving clients globally. Its goal is to reduce risk from sophisticated threats and strengthen security and resilience to enable successful operations.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Arlington, WV
Founded
1994

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