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iQuasar, LLC is seeking to fill Software Solutions Architect in Washington,DC. At iQuasar, we strive to provide the next generation of cutting-edge technologies. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in engineering, software development, and other key areas. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, matching 401k plan, and other benefits given below, excellent training, and a vibrant working environment. Our employees are exceptional, giving us a competitive advantage by innovating solutions with a strong sense of mission and integrity.
One of our clients in Washington, DC needs a Software Solutions Architect for a permanent position.
● Position: Software Solutions Architech
● Clearance: Secret(TS Preferred)
● Location: Washington, DC
● Position Type: Permanent position
Job Description:
The Software Architect provides enterprise and solution architecture leadership in support of Department of Justice (DOJ) mission systems. This role is responsible for designing secure, scalable, and compliant software architectures that meet federal cybersecurity, data, and cloud modernization requirements. The architect works closely with government stakeholders, program managers, developers, cybersecurity personnel, and operations teams to ensure technical solutions align with DOJ IT strategy, Zero Trust principles, and federal mandates.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Technical Leadership
• Design and document enterprise, system, and application architectures for DOJ mission and business systems
• Define target state architectures, transition plans, and technical roadmaps
• Lead architecture review boards (ARBs) and technical design sessions
• Provide hands-on guidance to development teams on architecture patterns and best practices
• Establish reference architectures, reusable components, and design standards
Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization
• Architect solutions in AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or on-prem environments
• Lead cloud migration and modernization efforts (re-platform, refactor, containerization)
• Design high availability, disaster recovery, and performance-optimized systems
• Implement DevSecOps pipelines and infrastructure-as-code patterns
Cybersecurity & Compliance
• Ensure architectures comply with:
◦ DOJ Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
◦ NIST SP 800-53 / RMF
◦ Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)
◦ FISMA, FedRAMP, and DOJ policy requirements
• Integrate ICAM, MFA, PKI, and role-based access controls
• Support ATO packages, system security plans, and security assessments
Data & Integration
• Design data architectures, APIs, and system integration patterns
• Implement secure data exchange across DOJ and interagency systems
• Define data governance, metadata, and audit logging strategies
Stakeholder Engagement
• Translate mission needs into technical architectures and implementation plans
• Advise government leadership on technology selection and trade-offs
• Produce briefings, white papers, and architectural decision records (ADRs)
Required Qualifications:
• Active Secret clearance (TS preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of software engineering and architecture experience
• Demonstrated experience architecting secure federal systems
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP – Gov environments preferred)
• Strong knowledge of:
◦ Microservices and service-oriented architectures
◦ Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
◦ API design and integration patterns
◦ DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
◦ Zero Trust and ICAM
Preferred Qualifications:
• TS clearance
• Prior experience supporting DOJ, FBI, DEA, or other law enforcement systems
• Experience with FedRAMP High environments
• Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, FEAF, DoDAF)
• Relevant certifications, such as:
◦ AWS/Azure Solutions Architect
◦ CISSP
◦ SAFe Architect or equivalent
If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at harry.zehgeer@iquasar.com with the information requested below. Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position or this is not a right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you!
● Availability to start a new job
● Best Rates
● Contact #
Please don’t hesitate to contact me for any question (s) you may have. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Regards,
Harry Zehgeer
Senior Recruitment professional
iQuasar, LLC
Office: 703-962-6001 Ext: 314
Direct: 703-936-0124
Email:harry.zehgeer@iquasar.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer:
iQuasar, LLC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital/parental /veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, military service, other non-merit factors, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
One of our clients in Washington, DC needs a Software Solutions Architect for a permanent position.
● Position: Software Solutions Architech
● Clearance: Secret(TS Preferred)
● Location: Washington, DC
● Position Type: Permanent position
Job Description:
The Software Architect provides enterprise and solution architecture leadership in support of Department of Justice (DOJ) mission systems. This role is responsible for designing secure, scalable, and compliant software architectures that meet federal cybersecurity, data, and cloud modernization requirements. The architect works closely with government stakeholders, program managers, developers, cybersecurity personnel, and operations teams to ensure technical solutions align with DOJ IT strategy, Zero Trust principles, and federal mandates.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Technical Leadership
• Design and document enterprise, system, and application architectures for DOJ mission and business systems
• Define target state architectures, transition plans, and technical roadmaps
• Lead architecture review boards (ARBs) and technical design sessions
• Provide hands-on guidance to development teams on architecture patterns and best practices
• Establish reference architectures, reusable components, and design standards
Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization
• Architect solutions in AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or on-prem environments
• Lead cloud migration and modernization efforts (re-platform, refactor, containerization)
• Design high availability, disaster recovery, and performance-optimized systems
• Implement DevSecOps pipelines and infrastructure-as-code patterns
Cybersecurity & Compliance
• Ensure architectures comply with:
◦ DOJ Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
◦ NIST SP 800-53 / RMF
◦ Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)
◦ FISMA, FedRAMP, and DOJ policy requirements
• Integrate ICAM, MFA, PKI, and role-based access controls
• Support ATO packages, system security plans, and security assessments
Data & Integration
• Design data architectures, APIs, and system integration patterns
• Implement secure data exchange across DOJ and interagency systems
• Define data governance, metadata, and audit logging strategies
Stakeholder Engagement
• Translate mission needs into technical architectures and implementation plans
• Advise government leadership on technology selection and trade-offs
• Produce briefings, white papers, and architectural decision records (ADRs)
Required Qualifications:
• Active Secret clearance (TS preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of software engineering and architecture experience
• Demonstrated experience architecting secure federal systems
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP – Gov environments preferred)
• Strong knowledge of:
◦ Microservices and service-oriented architectures
◦ Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
◦ API design and integration patterns
◦ DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines
◦ Zero Trust and ICAM
Preferred Qualifications:
• TS clearance
• Prior experience supporting DOJ, FBI, DEA, or other law enforcement systems
• Experience with FedRAMP High environments
• Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, FEAF, DoDAF)
• Relevant certifications, such as:
◦ AWS/Azure Solutions Architect
◦ CISSP
◦ SAFe Architect or equivalent
If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at harry.zehgeer@iquasar.com with the information requested below. Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position or this is not a right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you!
● Availability to start a new job
● Best Rates
● Contact #
Please don’t hesitate to contact me for any question (s) you may have. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Regards,
Harry Zehgeer
Senior Recruitment professional
iQuasar, LLC
Office: 703-962-6001 Ext: 314
Direct: 703-936-0124
Email:harry.zehgeer@iquasar.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer:
iQuasar, LLC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital/parental /veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, military service, other non-merit factors, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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