SpinSys Diné is seeking an experienced Chief Architect to lead enterprise-level planning and technical evolution for a secure IT and engineering ecosystem. This role will guide the long-term roadmap of hardware, software, and cloud capabilities, driving system integration and architectural alignment across multiple enclaves and operational environments.

*This position is contingent based upon contract award* 

• Define and Maintain Architecture Baselines: Establish and oversee the technical architecture baseline across classified systems and environments, ensuring alignment with mission objectives. Ensure the hardware/software baseline is documented and maintained. Oversee the evolution of the technical baseline to align with strategic goals and mission requirements
• Identify Risks and Opportunities: Lead the identification of architecture-level risks, issues, integration strategies and opportunities. Develop strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities to enhance system performance and resilience to support long-term technical goals
• Lead Technical Working Groups: Convene and participate in technical working groups, conduct trade studies, and drive decisions on technology investments or solutions to address challenges or capability gaps.
• Develop Design Artifacts: Oversee the creation and maintenance of architecture design artifacts supporting system integration, cloud migration, scalability, resilience, and disaster recovery planning to include system diagrams, technical roadmaps, and performance optimization plans
• Ensure Cybersecurity Compliance: Provide support for cybersecurity alignment, accreditation dependencies, and compliance with frameworks such as RMF and NIST 800-53 for alignment to the technical roadmap.
• Coordinate Across Teams: Collaborate with engineering, cyber, infrastructure, and software teams to ensure architectural cohesion and seamless integration.
• Monitor Emerging Technologies: Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions that align with mission objectives. Explore advanced technologies such as AI/ML, hybrid-cloud systems, and automation to address complex challenges
• Engage Stakeholders: Build strong relationships with government stakeholders, contractors, and external entities to ensure alignment with mission and contractual requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility 
• Educational Background: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 15 years of technical experience with at least 5 years in systems development, integration, or testing in high-security environments.
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise architecture development and infrastructure modernization efforts.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps pipelines, hybrid-cloud architecture, and enclave integration.
• Experience with classified systems and compliance frameworks such as RMF or NIST 800-53.

Pay Range: $195,000 – $278,000

The compensation range listed for this position is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is intended to reflect the typical range Diné Development Corporation and its subsidiaries reasonably expect to pay for the role. Final compensation may vary and is determined based on factors such as the position’s responsibilities, relevant education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data alignment, and applicable collective bargaining agreements or laws.

Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that delivers IT, professional, and environmental solutions to advance the missions of federal, state, and tribal government agencies. As thought leaders and innovators, our team of specialists build client-centric solutions that solve critical challenges faced by defense, civilian, and healthcare organizations. Employing a mission-focused approach, we deliver value that not only enhances current operations, but also drives future change. Closely aligned with this approach is our commitment to advancing the Navajo Nation and its People. Through economic development and community empowerment, we elevate the Navajo Nation to provide lasting impact and sustainable growth for future generations. DDC’s ability to unite legacy-inspired technologies, industry best practices, and proven methodologies has contributed to our success for twenty years.

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