Software Systems Architect

Kegman Inc. is a Women Owned/Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Melbourne, FL and provides engineering and technical support services to U.S. Government clients. We are seeking a Software Systems Architect to join the team supporting the Air Force Technical Applications Center at Patrick Space Force Base in Melbourne, Florida.

NOTE: This is not a remote/telework job. This job requires the selected applicant to have an active U.S. Government-issued security clearance at time of hire and, therefore, requires U.S. citizenship.

Kegman is seeking a skilled Software Systems Architect to serve as the principal technical advisor to the government program manager. This is a critical leadership role focused on migrating decades-old legacy applications to a modern, secure, and scalable enterprise-grade cloud platform.

Responsibilities

Serve as the principal technical advisor, defining the target IT architecture, providing strategic direction, and hands-on guidance to team members. Define the complete technical vision, architectural roadmap, and governance framework for an enterprise-grade AWS (or similar) cloud platformDevelops and lead the architectural roadmap and strategy for modernizing and migrating decades old legacy applications to the cloud, focusing on re-platforming, data transformation, and performance optimizationEnsure the cloud platform is secure, scalable, and compliant with stringent government requirements, while managing cost-efficient operations, and implementing best practicesEstablish technical standards and proactively identify and mitigate architectural risksEvaluates scalability, resilience, and futureproofing of architectural platformsTranslate complex technical concepts for a wide range of stakeholders and customers.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other relevant field of studyRelevant 5+ years of experience Certifications: AWS Solutions Architect Associate, TOGAF Standard, MCSE, CISSPStrong understanding of enterprise IT architecture principles. Proven experience as a technical advisor and leader on large-scale modernization projectsDemonstrated experience in designing, migrating, and managing enterprise-grade cloud platforms (AWS or similar) through the software development life cycleDemonstrated experience with modernizing legacy applications, including re-platforming/re-architectingStrong grasp of programming languages for modern systemsHands-on experience in network administration or IT systemsDeep understanding of cloud architecture, including security, scalability, and complianceExcellent collaboration and communication skills to effectively lead cross-functional teamsFamiliarity with technical reviews, audits and methods to detect vulnerabilities

Preferred Qualifications

AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification

OTHER:

U.S. citizenship required. Must have a fully adjudicated (not an interim) Government clearanceMust pass a drug test

Kegman Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Kegman will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

Please be aware many of our positions require an active security clearance. Security clearances are be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment that requires a security clearance will be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet and maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that Kegman may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

Kegman maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where permitted by law.

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