Architect Analyst

Location: Suffolk, VA

Work Type: Onsite

Remote Work: No

Job Description

Responsible for analyzing, developing, reviewing, and validating Department of Defense (DoD) and Joint Information Environment (JIE), Joint Capability Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and Joint Warfighting Mission Area (WMA) architectures to inform decision makers and support cyber capability development. Analyze architectural roadmaps for enterprise architecture in accordance with enterprise strategies and EA processes, while analyzing client requirements and collaborating with R&D divisions to provide ongoing support. Provide basic analysis of architectures, engineering design specifications, functional requirements documents, and technical standards for the DoD and Joint architectures. Aid in the preparation of integrated architectures, fit-for-purpose views, and analytic reports for DoD and Joint Services. Review OPLANS, CONPLANS, and DoD Directives for architecture policy, standards, and interoperability implications. Contribute to the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. Work independently direction and contribute directly to team solutions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with DoD and CJCS business processes and DoD organizational structure
• Experience in developing architectures
• Ability to produce briefings and responses to senior DoD leadership and to work with minimal supervision or in a team environment
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with Mission Based Analysis
• Experience with military operational plans
• Knowledge of Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)
• Knowledge of the Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) programs

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $90,000 - $135,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.