Enterprise Systems Integrator - Architecture

Overview

VTG is looking for an Architecture Enterprise Systems Integrator in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award).

The role includes three progressive levels:

• Architecture I – supports enterprise and solution‑level architecture activities by assisting with documentation, integration analysis, and coordination across NRO mission systems under senior architectural leadership.
• Architecture II – independently supports architecture development and integration across mission and enterprise systems, ensuring alignment with NRO architectural standards and mission objectives.
• Architecture III – provides enterprise‑level architectural leadership and integration oversight, advising NRO leadership on architecture alignment, integration strategy, and technical risk across complex mission environments.

Responsibilities

Architecture I

• Support analysis of system architectures, interfaces, and data flows across NRO enterprise environments.
• Assist with development and maintenance of architecture artifacts (architecture views, interface descriptions, integration diagrams).
• Support traceability between mission requirements, architectural decisions, and system implementations.
• Participate in architecture working groups, integration forums, and technical reviews.
• Track architectural risks, issues, and action items.
• Support coordination between government stakeholders, mission programs, and development contractors.

Architecture II

• Analyze and integrate solution, system, and enterprise‑level architectures across NRO mission threads.
• Develop and maintain architecture artifacts including system views, interface definitions, and integration roadmaps.
• Ensure architectural alignment across programs, vendors, and Agile Release Trains.
• Identify and manage architectural dependencies, risks, and integration impacts.
• Support architecture reviews, design assessments, and technical baseline governance.
• Advise program and technical leadership on architectural tradeoffs and integration considerations.
• Support Agile and SAFe execution from an enterprise architecture perspective.

Architecture III

• Lead enterprise and solution‑level architecture integration across NRO mission systems.
• Serve as a senior architectural advisor to government technical leadership and program executives.
• Define and enforce architectural standards, patterns, and integration approaches.
• Resolve complex architectural conflicts, dependencies, and cross‑program integration challenges.
• Guide alignment between mission requirements, architectural vision, and delivery execution.
• Support senior architecture reviews, milestone events, and executive briefings.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level enterprise systems integrators.
• Support acquisition and source selection activities with architecture and integration expertise.

Requirements

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

Architecture I

• 1‑4 years of experience supporting systems engineering, integration, or architecture efforts.
• Basic understanding of enterprise and system‑of‑systems concepts.
• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Preferred: Experience supporting IC or DoD programs; exposure to architecture frameworks or structured engineering methods; familiarity with Agile or iterative delivery environments.

Architecture II

• 5‑9 years of experience in systems integration or architecture support roles.
• Strong understanding of system‑of‑systems and enterprise architecture concepts.
• Experience coordinating across multiple programs or system owners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, IT, Business, or related field.
• Preferred: Experience supporting NRO, IC, or DoD mission systems; familiarity with architecture frameworks (e.g., DoDAF‑style views or equivalent); experience supporting cloud, data, or mission platform architectures.

Architecture III

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise systems integration or architecture roles.
• Proven experience supporting complex system‑of‑systems or enterprise architectures.
• Strong leadership, advisory, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience operating in mission‑critical, highly regulated environments.
• Preferred: Direct experience supporting NRO or IC enterprise architectures; experience integrating legacy, cloud, and data‑centric architectures; familiarity with Agile at scale (SAFe), solution trains, and enterprise governance; experience supporting architectural roadmaps and long‑term modernization efforts.

Pay

VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $110,000 – $195,000 annually, subject to geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, market considerations, and any contractual requirements.