Systems Architect IV

Systems Architect IV

Wright-Patterson AFB

At IPT Associates (IPTA), we enjoy solving real-world problems with technology. We work closely with our customers, teammates, experts, and partners to come up with practical solutions that make a difference. Whether it's a government or business organization, we focus on understanding the need and building something that works.

Our Team

At IPTA, everything starts with our people. We're big believers that when you invest in your team, great things happen. That's why we encourage learning, growth, and trying new things-even if you don't have all the answers yet.

Our culture is rooted in fierce determination, fearless integrity, and passionate service-but we also like to keep things collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth.

We're looking for people who:

• Are curious and excited about technology
• Like solving problems and figuring things out
• Can take initiative but also enjoy working with a team
• Want to keep learning, growing, and challenging themselves

If you're someone who's eager to jump in, learn something new, and make an impact-you'll fit right in here.

*This position is contingent upon contract award and the actual job description may vary based on specific contract requirements and organizational needs.*

Responsibilities:

• Design and integrate enterprise system architectures supporting AFRL digital platforms, translating mission requirements into secure, scalable infrastructure, application, and data solutions.
• Assess legacy systems and develop modernization plans that improve performance, security, and efficiency while minimizing disruption to mission operations.
• Architect cloud hosting and migration solutions, selecting appropriate services and defining infrastructure configurations, capacity, availability, and recovery requirements.
• Integrate system security engineering and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements into architecture design, coordinating with cybersecurity stakeholders to support security control implementation and system authorization.
• Design secure cross-domain data-sharing solutions, including interfaces, access controls, and security mechanisms that protect information exchanged between different security domains.
• Develop and maintain version-controlled Infrastructure as Code (IaC) definitions and supporting documentation to enable repeatable deployments, configuration consistency, and reliable environments.
• Develop and maintain system architecture diagrams, interface documentation, and technical guides; support integration testing and validation to confirm solutions meet functional, performance, and security requirements.

Requirements:

• BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• Hold and maintain a current cybersecurity certification recognized under DoDM 8140.03 that aligns with the position's assigned DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work role and required proficiency level.
• Demonstrated experience applying systems engineering principles to requirements analysis, architecture design, system integration, and modernization of complex enterprise IT environments.
• Experience designing cloud infrastructure and planning application or data migrations, including service selection, capacity planning, performance optimization, and availability.
• Knowledge of system security engineering, RMF, NIST SP 800-160, NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, and applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), with an understanding of Zero Trust architecture assessment.
• Experience developing and maintaining IaC in centralized version-control repositories using defined branching strategies, access controls, backups, and configuration documentation.
• Ability to define system interfaces and secure cross-domain data flows, develop clear architecture documentation, and collaborate with technical stakeholders to validate integrated solutions.

IPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual merit, including qualifications, experience, performance, and business needs, consistent with applicable federal laws and federal contracting requirements. IPTA provides equal opportunity and utilizes merit-based principles to make employment-related decisions.

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