TekSynap TekSynap utilizes the best information management technology to meet the business needs of Federal, State and Local Government customers. This contract supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its component agency, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in advancing its mission to protect the nation and respond to emergencies effectively. Specifically, it focuses on enhancing and sustaining FEMA’s Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Operations Portfolio. The mission centers around the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of IT systems and services that are critical to FEMA’s ability to deliver emergency management capabilities. This includes ensuring continuous system availability, security, modernization, and operational efficiency to support FEMA’s mission-critical programs and services. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and support cloud architecture for multi-tier or hybrid applications and virtualized infrastructure. Lead enterprise cloud architecture initiatives and strategic IT transformation. Provide business planning and strategy support, with a focus on aligning technology to business capabilities and maturity. Understand FEMA's services and core missions, aligning them with best-in-class technologies. Define a north-star target state and guide prioritization and sequencing of transformation efforts. Propose and develop a strategic roadmap that supports long-term IT and mission goals. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Background in information technology with a focus on cloud architecture, including multi-tier or hybrid environments and enterprise-level designs. Certifications (must include): Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) ITIL Certification Education: Master’s degree (M.S.) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or a closely related field. Clearance: Must obtain a Public Trust clearance prior to starting work. US Citizenship. Overview We are seeking an Enterprise Architect III to join our team supporting the DHS Department of Homeland Security FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well-planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Additional Job Information WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Location: Telework/Hybrid - District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia region Type of environment: Varies Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: Minimum 10% WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE Public Trust OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr