Chief Architect

ARES has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Architect.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Chief Architecture manages, oversees and plans the enterprise level evolution of the consolidated OPIR TAP Lab/BGIF/OBAC hardware/software technical baseline.
• Duties include, but are not limited to, ensuring the OPIR TAP Lab/BGIF/OBAC hardware/software baseline is documented, leading identification of architecture level risks, issues and opportunities, convening and running working groups (standing or temporary) when necessary to conduct studies, trades and develop solutions, developing and recommending long-term (3+ years) investments to meet strategic direction.
• Responsible for researching, testing, and making recommendations for new hardware and software technologies in alignment with the Government's mission priorities, architecture planning and strategic investment.

EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

• Ability to define, maintain and update the OPIR TAP Lab and BGIF System Engineering Management Plan (SEMP) interfacing with Government leadership.
• Ability to provide network engineering services for all inter enclave and external network connectivity between the BGIF and the OBAC and the BGIF and the any future OPIR TAP Lab extensions.
• Ability to coordinate with stakeholders providing network engineering support for tenant Programs.
• Ability to manage and coordinate personnel and resources to execute the BGIF BOSS performance objectives, tasks and functions necessary to install, integrate, test, troubleshoot, resolve issues, and maintain the external network connections at the BGIF, OBAC, and any OPIR TAP Lab.

Education:

• At a minimum, Chief Architecture shall have at least a master's degree in engineering, computer science or related IT field, at least 15 years industry-related experience including at least 5 years software development, integration and/or test into operational DoD or other national security facilities (industry and/or Government roles).
• Must possess a current TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• ESOP
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a)

Our stated salary range represents a general guideline. However, ARES considers a number of factors when determining salary offers such as current market conditions, the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, and skills.