July 24, 2026

Systems Architecture SME

Galapagos Federal Systems Washington, District of Columbia

Serve as a recognized technical authority and industry leader in a specialized area of systems architecture or information technologyProvide expert analysis, research, and advisory support for exceptionally complex technical problems and processesAct as a technical expert on executive-level project teams, delivering technical direction, Architecture interpretations, Alternative solution recommendationsProvide expertise in one or more IT domains, such as Cybersecurity and security engineering, Information systems architecture, Telecommunications and network systems design, Systems integration and implementation, Software development methodologies, Communications and network systems managementPerform highly specialized technical tasks involving advanced and emerging technologiesServe as a technical consultant to one or multiple projects within area of expertiseSupport architecture reviews, design decisions, and technology trade studiesCoordinate with contract management and government personnel to ensure technical problems are clearly defined, Solutions meet customer and mission requirementsSupport development of technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectural standardsEnsure solutions align with DoD, IC, and DIA security and compliance requirements Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance15+ years of progressive technical experience, including experience as a senior technical expert, lead engineer, or enterprise architect within Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environmentsDemonstrated ability to solve highly complex, enterprise-level technical challengesDeep expertise in one or more of the following technical domains Cybersecurity, Systems architecture, Network engineering, Systems integration, Software engineering, or Security engineeringExperience advising senior government leadership, program executives, and executive stakeholders on technical strategy and enterprise solutionsExperience supporting large-scale, mission-critical enterprise systemsExperience supporting enterprise and Intelligence Community mission architecturesAbility to mentor and provide technical leadership to senior engineers, architects, and technical teams Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical disciplineEquivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

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