Enterprise Architect (Secret Clearance Required) - DirectViz Solutions, LLC : Job Details

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. We provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations. We prioritize our employees as our greatest asset, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Location: Washington, DC (NW) Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to support IT services delivery across task areas including Cyber Security, IT Operations & Service Management, and IT Management. The position requires designing and managing secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions, primarily within Microsoft Azure, while ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards.

This role supports IT operations and modernization initiatives in collaboration with government stakeholders, contributing to mission-critical operations, security, and resilience.

• Manage task execution, reporting, and risk mitigation to ensure alignment with program priorities.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures, conduct assessments, and support incident response.
• Provide IT operations support including system administration, infrastructure management, troubleshooting, and Help Desk services (Boulder, CO & Washington, DC).
• Support IT governance, strategy, and oversight of technology programs.
• Design and manage secure, scalable, cost-effective cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Lead Azure engineering efforts (AKS, policies, RBAC, tagging, landing zones) and enforce infrastructure-as-code (Terraform).
• Automate secure, policy-compliant deployments and optimize cloud performance and spend.
• Collaborate across IT, cybersecurity, and DevOps teams to modernize and strengthen infrastructure.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in Cloud Architecture and Cybersecurity.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure and related engineering tools.
• Experience with Zero Trust, RBAC, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), and hybrid cloud solutions.
• Cloud Architect/Engineer certification or equivalent required.
• Strong understanding of federal IT compliance standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA).

Clearance:

• Active Secret Clearance (or higher).

If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.