Chief Digital Architect, SME
General Dynamics Information Technology - Omaha, NE
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Chief Digital ArchitectYour ImpactOwn your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.MissionUSSTRATCOM is a Combatant Command responsible for strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, and enterprise IT services essential to national security. It oversees Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3), Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO), Global Strike, and Missile Threat Assessments, working closely with other Combatant Commands, Services, and defense agencies. SCITLS will be a key component that will ensure mission success and the safety.Job DescriptionPipelineResponsibilitiesAnalyzes and recommends improvements to existing infrastructure and service offerings, including guidance and support in modernizing and securing networks and refactoring applications and migrating remaining data center applications to cloud.Work in partnership with customers to understand and participate in the development of new mission support IT strategies assessing current and future skills and technologies to support emerging mission needs.Makes recommendations to the customer in the shaping of the future of enterprise architecture and roadmaps for the command. Assesses DoD frameworks (DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF) and helps to ensure implemented use cases adhere to that framework.Develops “as is” and “to be” architecture and solutions focusing on scalability and extensibility.Assists in executing and maintaining enterprise Agile/SAFe activities.Leads model development and curation for the enterprise architecture utilizing MBSE methods according to UAF standards.Defines digital platform architecture frameworks, including design methodology and best practices to be used as a reference for the Architecture team.Implements the platform under the control of an automated configuration management framework.Provides in-depth knowledge of information security.Holds responsibility for the architecture of the data framework that is required by the operations to collect and make available program performance metrics.Required Skills/DutiesMust be capable of performing analysis of system operationsMust be capable of system decomposition via OMG frameworks (UML, DoDAF 2.0/UPDM, SysML, UAF)Must be able to model systems via different perspectives (e.g. capability, operational, system, functional) and at various levels of abstractionMust be familiar with UML modeling tools (Cameo Enterprise Architect preferred)Must be able to meet with stakeholders in a variety of system domains and analyze requirement, process, system, and/or capabilityMust be capable of extending UML-based models to other tools or modeling environments via existing frameworks/API’sMust be familiar with executable models (fUML specification preferred)Must have the ability to generate/produce data and reportsInteract and professionally exhibit customer service skills and be able to present a positive approach with customers and peersDesired SkillsCertification in modeling, e.g. OCSMP (OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional)Experience modeling complex systems for Department of Defense or other government organizationsExperience publishing models to web-based or document-based formatsExperience developing applications using object-oriented programming languages (Java preferred)Experience in a rapid paced, time sensitive, high quality environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills along with strong customer serviceAbility to multi-task, prioritize commitments, and manage time effectively including attention to detailWhat You’ll Need to SucceedEducation & Experience: Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) and 10+ years of experienceRequired Certifications: Security+ CE or CASP+ or CCSP or Cloud+ or CSSLP or other DoD 8140 certificationRequired: Ability to Obtain ITIL 4 Foundation – ITSM Certification within the first 9 monthsDesired Certifications: Crestron Certified Programmer (CCP) or Certified User Experience Designer (CUED), or Python Certification (PCAP or similar)Location: Onsite - Offutt AFB, Omaha, Nebraska - Relocation may be availableSecurity Clearance: minimum Top Secret. Must be willing to obtain Top Secret with SCI eligibility. TS/SCI preferred#SCITLS #GDIT #Offutt #OmahaGDIT Is Your Place401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidaysThe description includes government- and defense-related content and mentions national security missions.Equity and Employment DetailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustries: IT Services and IT ConsultingEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-17