• Senior IT Systems Architect

    BAE Systems (Washington, DC)


    Job Description

    BAE Systems is seeking a Senior **IT Systems Architect** to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region.

     

    Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.

    The Senior **IT Systems Architect** responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    + Designs scalable data architectures, leading ETL processes, and oversees the implementation of data storage solutions

    + Support the development and integration of advanced analytics tools, ensuring efficient data access and insights generation

    + Optimize system performance and scalability, implementing continuous improvement initiatives

    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 14 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)

    + One Active Certification: CCISO, CISM, CISSP, GSLC, SSCP or GSEC

    + Expertise in designing, implementing, and managing Big Data solutions using Hadoop, Spark, and data streaming technologies

    + Proven experience optimizing data pipelines, performing large-scale data processing, and ensuring data quality

    + Strong knowledge of data warehousing concepts, ETL processes, and distributed computing environments

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603

     

    Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

     

    Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

     

    Senior IT Systems Architect

    117750BR

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