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NIWC Atlantic provides design, acquisition, and sustainment services for Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) Information Technology (IT) systems.\nThe Deputy Solution Architect will assist in bridging requirements with enterprise IT infrastructure by leveraging SAFe expertise and deep knowledge of the Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN) to design a secure, high-cadence \"System-of-Systems\" architecture.\nIn this role, the Solution Architect will be responsible for the following:\nSolution Intent & Integration\nManage Solution Intent: Document, maintain, and validate the technical baseline.\nTrack Traceability: Connect mission capabilities and technical enablers directly to MCEN compliance rules.\nOversee Integration: Guide solution architectures to ensure seamless interoperability across all portfolios.\nTechnical Enablement & Planning\nGuide Enablers: Identify and design the infrastructure, security, and platforms needed for future capabilities.\nCollaborate Globally: Align technical solutions with strategic goals alongside PMs, RTEs, and Enterprise Architects.\nBuild Roadmaps: Assist in drafting Program Increment (PI) and multi-PI technical roadmaps.\nRefine Backlogs: Ensure backlog items meet strict quality definitions before PI Planning ceremonies.\nArchitecture Support\nCoordinate Daily: Provide day-to-day data preparation and administrative support to the Lead Solution Architect.\nTranslate Intent: Turn high-level architectural concepts into actionable backlog structures.\nMap Dependencies: Support capability decomposition and maintain clear technical runway visibility.\nThe salary for this position is approximately $130,000 - $150,000/year.\nThis position is an on-site office role in North Charleston, SC or Stafford, VA requiring attendance five days per week, with one optional telework day. Up to 15% local travel may be required.\nMinimum Qualifications\nTop Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.\nBachelor’s degree in quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems) from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program. Master's degree highly preferred.\n14 years of experience (or 10 years with a Master's) with research, design, and development of computer and network software or specialized utility programs which may include database maintenance within an application area.\nExperience applying programming concepts in a professional or academic setting and notable experience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g., agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting.\n10+ years of progressive experience in IT systems architecture, engineering, and integration, with significant time spent directly supporting USMC, Naval, or DoW enterprise environments\nCybersecurity Workforce (CWF) IAT Level III or higher compliance; Certified SAFe® Architect (ARCH) or equivalent highly desired.\nAbility to travel up to 15% outside local area\nDesired Qualifications\nHighly desired:SAFe® Solution Train Engineer (STE) or SAFe® Practice Consultant (SPC)\nCISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) - Meets DoD 8140/8570 IAM Level III requirements\nMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure DevOps Engineer Expert\nCCNP Enterprise / CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure (or equivalent expert-level transport networking certification)\n\nNice-to-Have:Formal DoDAF Framework training or TOGAF certification\nINCOSE CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional)\nCCZT (Certificate of Competence in Zero Trust) or vendor-specific Zero Trust training\nDevSecOps Foundation or Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)\nCDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or foundational Cloud Data Architect training\n\nAbout Us\nFormed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.\nJoin the Mission and Start your Career Journey: Apply Directly via our Careers Portal Connect, Referrals & Inquiries? Email the team: \nEntarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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