Enterprise Architect Lead

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

• Join NAVSEA 03S as the lead Enterprise Architect for the Navy Maintenance and Modernization Enterprise Solution (NMMES)

• Play a crucial role in designing and implementing enterprise-wide IT architecture supporting naval ship and submarine maintenance operations

• Develop architectural solutions for complex systems serving over 45,000 users across global Navy facilities, including Navy Shipyards and Intermediate Maintenance Facilities

• Lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems while integrating cutting-edge technologies and web applications

• Drive the strategic direction of NMMES architecture, balancing customer-driven enhancements with technology obsolescence challenges

• Oversee the full enterprise architecture lifecycle, from conceptualization to implementation and evolution

• Apply SAFe Agile methodologies to improve architectural processes and team efficiency

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership for specifying, designing, implementing, testing, accrediting, deploying, and sustaining enterprise system and service architectures in a distributed, net-centric environment

• Leverage DoD policies, architectural frameworks, and commercial best practices to design and develop Service Oriented Architectures that satisfy enterprise scale requirements

• Lead system architects and engineers in decomposing enterprise architecture into system components and services for analysis, design, implementation, testing, accreditation, deployment, and sustainment

• Keep abreast of new enterprise architecture solutions including leading-edge technologies such as grid computing, cloud computing, and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)

• Maintain technical currency on evolving technology trends and available COTS products that implement these technologies

• Ensure integration between legacy systems and modern web-based applications running on multiple operating systems

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture documentation and standards

• Implement and champion SAFe Agile practices within the NMMES enterprise architecture process

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be a US Citizen with an active Secret clearance

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) preferred

• At least 12 years of experience in enterprise architecture or related field within DoD/Navy programs

• Extensive knowledge of enterprise architecture principles and practices, particularly in managing complex, global IT systems

• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing full enterprise architecture lifecycle processes

• SAFe Agilist (SA) certification or higher

Desired:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

• Experience with naval maintenance and modernization systems or similar complex DoD programs

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance legacy system architectures with new technology integration

• Advanced SAFe certifications such as SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or SAFe Architect

• Proficiency in architecting both legacy systems and modern, web-based applications

• Experience in designing architectures that span multiple operating systems and technology platforms

• Knowledge of relevant DoD and Navy standards for enterprise architecture and system interoperability

• Expertise in Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), cloud computing, and other emerging technologies

• Familiarity with DoD architectural frameworks such as DoDAF

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$104,200-$229,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.