Deputy Solution Architect

About the Role

Millennium is seeking a Deputy Solution Architect to work onsite in Stafford, VA. The candidate must have an active TS/SCI Clearance. This role involves bridging requirements with enterprise IT infrastructure, leveraging SAFe expertise and deep knowledge of the Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN) to design a secure, high-cadence "System-of-Systems" architecture.

Responsibilities

• Solution Intent & Integration:
  • Manage, document, and validate the technical baseline.
  • Track traceability by connecting mission capabilities and technical enablers to MCEN compliance rules.
  • Oversee integration to ensure seamless interoperability across all portfolios.
• Technical Enablement & Planning:
  • Guide enablers by identifying and designing necessary infrastructure, security, and platforms.
  • Collaborate globally with PMs, RTEs, and Enterprise Architects to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
  • Assist in drafting Program Increment (PI) and multi-PI technical roadmaps.
  • Refine backlogs to ensure items meet quality definitions before PI Planning ceremonies.
• Architecture Support:
  • Provide daily data preparation and administrative support to the Lead Solution Architect.
  • Translate high-level architectural concepts into actionable backlog structures.
  • Support capability decomposition and maintain clear technical runway visibility.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI Clearance.
• Master’s or ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems).
• 10 years of experience with a Master’s or 14 years with a Bachelor’s in computer/network software research, design, and development.
• Demonstrated experience with programming concepts and modern software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps).

Skills

• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT systems architecture, engineering, and integration, particularly in USMC, Navy, or DoD environments.
• Cybersecurity Workforce (CWF) IAT Level III or higher compliance.
• SAFe® Architect (ARCH) or equivalent highly desired.
• DoD 8140/8570 IASAE Level II/III certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CISM) preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Assist with Business Development activities, including technical interviews, documentation, proposal writing, and color reviews.
• Comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 10-15 pounds.

Pay

$145K-$155K. The salary range is a general guideline; final compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

15% travel required.