Senior Systems Architect (Top Secret)

Location: Remote
Clearance: Top Secret
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Praescient Analytics
Praescient Analytics is a leader in delivering advanced analytic, data engineering, and technology integration solutions in support of the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community, and federal law enforcement. Our mission is to empower analysts and decision-makers through data-driven insights, enabling faster and more effective mission outcomes.
Position Overview
Praescient Analytics is seeking a Senior Systems Architect to support a Task Order with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). This individual will be responsible for the design, integration, and optimization of the OPIS system architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with DoD Software Factory and cloud standards.
U.S. Citizenship is required.*
Key Responsibilities
Design and maintain system architecture across application, data, and infrastructure layers
Ensure system scalability, reliability, and performance in a cloud-based (AWS) environment
Lead architectural decisions for DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD integration
Support system integration across components (IWA, DoR, FDR) and external systems
Guide modernization efforts, including data migration and system transition activities
Ensure architecture supports automated testing, performance requirements, and security compliance
Maintain architecture documentation and ensure alignment with Government standards
Required Qualifications
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
CompTIA Security+ certification
10+ years of experience in systems architecture or engineering
Experience designing and implementing AWS-based architectures, including high-availability and scalable systems
Experience designing enterprise-scale applications
Experience with cloud architectures (AWS or equivalent)
Experience with Java-based systems and distributed architectures
Desired Qualifications
Experience with:
Document management systems (FileNet or similar)
Batch processing frameworks (Spring Batch)
Microservices or modular architectures
Experience supporting DoD Software Factory environments
Agile development environments
Experience with data migration and legacy system transition
AWS architecture patterns (multi-tier, microservices, event-driven systems)
Cloud-native design (auto-scaling, fault tolerance, distributed systems)
Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
What You Can Expect From Us
Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies
Benefits
Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
401(k) with company match
Travel & performance incentives
3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
$5K annual training allowance
$500 book allowance
Tuition reimbursement program
Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.
Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to recruiting@praescientanalytics.com and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescientanalytics.applicantstack.com/x/openings.

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