Chief Architect
Apply Job ID 30257 Date posted 07/09/2025Job Family:
Operational Effectiveness
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
Guidehouse is currently seeking an experienced Chief Architect with focus on Department of Defense (DoD) in support of our U.S. Space Force client. These teammates will bring a vast range of experiences across engineering and architectural design for complex, large-scale enterprise solutions.
What You Will Need:
- An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TOP SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance; must UPGRADE and MAINTAIN a TOP SECRET with SCI (TS/SCI) clearance and COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of FIFTEEN (15)+ years of IT infrastructure and cybersecurity experience, including FIVE (5)+ years of experience specific to enterprise architecture
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
- Masters or Advanced degree in related field
- Currently possess one or more of the following certifications:
- Program Management Professional (PMP)
- Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III or above certification with focus in Program Management and/or Test & Evaluation
- Experience working with or in the DoD (U.S. Air Force or Space Force preferred)
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface and brief officials at all levels within an organization
- Ability to lead planning efforts across multiple organizations/stakeholders with minimal guidance/supervision
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Ability to multitask and prioritize with strong attention to detail
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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