About the role

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Other

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

MBI (T2)

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cloud Architectures, Cloud Data Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure Architecture Design

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Join GDIT as an Enterprise Solutions Architect specializing in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to support the HHS Office of Inspector General. Based in Northern Virginia or Maryland, you’ll lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable AWS cloud solutions for a federal agency committed to public health and integrity. You will apply technical knowledge and expertise across multiple teams to architect and design solutions that meet business and IT needs, create solution roadmaps, drive POCs/MVPS, and ensure long term technical viability of cloud migrations, leveraging key technologies where appropriate.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is contingent upon contract award, expected to start in September 2026.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:
• Ideate, architect, and implement AWS cloud infrastructure and application platforms for HHS OIG’s IT modernization initiatives.
• Apply patterns for resiliency, security, and interoperability within a multi-cloud hybrid environment.
• Develop technical roadmaps, drive proof of concepts and ensure long-term viability of cloud migrations.
• Collaborate with government and team members to meet program goals and deliverables.
• Maintain compliance with federal standards, including FedRAMP and NIST guidelines.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED - REQUIRED:
Bring your expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT must have:
Citizenship: US Citizen (must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship at time of offer accept)
Security Clearance level: Public Trust clearance required; must pass a background check
Certification(s): AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Math, Engineering, or related field
Years’ Experience: At least 8+ years of experience
Technical Skills:
• Experience in AI and Data Analytics (e.g. AWS certifications in Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Data Engineer, etc.)
• At least 10 years of experience ideating, architecting, consulting, designing, developing, leading, and delivering cloud infrastructure and cloud application platform technology solutions over the entire lifecycle of large scale, multi-team, complex enterprise projects.
• At least 8 years of experience in more than one of the following technical domains: Core Infrastructure, Application Development, Data and Analytics, and Low Code/No Code.
Skills & Abilities:
• Technical leadership, attention to detail, effective communicator
• Ability to drive innovation and adapt to evolving requirements
Location: HYBRID - Preferred in-office presence 3x/week (Northern Virginia or Maryland). A maximum of 20% of the work will be conducted at the Government site in Washington, DC.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with HHS customers or federal contracting
• Expertise in open systems, agile DevSecOps, and automation
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills

What GDIT Can Offer You

Autonomy to innovate on impactful government projects
Access to challenging assignments and emerging technologies
Team-focused culture and career advancement opportunities
Flexible work arrangements and robust benefits

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The likely salary range for this position is $161,500 - $218,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Skills & Tags

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General Dynamics is an American aerospace and defense corporation that provides a wide range of products and services in various sectors, including defense, information technology, and aerospace.