Booz Allen Hamilton · 16 hours ago
Software Architect
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$62K/yr - $141K/yr
7+ years expBooz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Software Architect to shape the future of national security SATCOM. The role involves designing software architectures, guiding development teams, and ensuring integration with mission needs while applying Zero Trust principles.
Cyber SecurityCloud ComputingConsultingIT InfrastructureManagement ConsultingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Translate user needs into technical architectures, interface definitions, and DevSecOps-aligned solutions
Design software architectures using model-based engineering
Define open-system interfaces and drive modernization strategies
Guide development teams toward secure, scalable solutions
Lead architecture reviews and evaluate technology options
Create digital engineering artifacts and deliver recommendations to government decision makers
Collaborate with software developers, cyber engineers, SATCOM operators, systems engineers, and acquisition leads to ensure the architecture remains aligned with mission needs and integrates effectively with the broader SATCOM enterprise
Apply Zero Trust principles, support RMF activities, and help ensure cyber resilience throughout the architecture
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in software architecture, enterprise software design, or digital engineering
5+ years of experience with SATCOM, space systems, ground systems, or C2 software environments
Experience developing system or software architectures using UML, SysML, DoDAF, UPDM, or UAF
Experience developing Interface Control Documents (ICDs), service decompositions, and API definitions
Experience designing cloud-native architectures, microservices, containers, and CI/CD pipelines
Experience aligning architecture with cybersecurity frameworks and working in Agile environments or SAFe
Knowledge of secure coding and Zero Trust-aligned design principles
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field
Preferred
Experience supporting MILSATCOM programs, Protected Tactical SATCOM (PTS), or similar DoD systems
Experience with MBSE tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Rhapsody, or Sparx EA
Experience designing solutions for hybrid cloud environments
Experience integrating AI, ML, or automation into enterprise software systems
Knowledge of modern waveform processing, signal routing, or SATCOM network architectures
Knowledge of acquisition processes, technical baselines, configuration control, and systems integration
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to varied audiences
AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, TOGAF, INCOSE ASEP, CSEP, ESEP, CISSP or CSSLP, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Certification
Ability to obtain a Security+ CE or CISSP Certification within 6 months of start date
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Tuition assistance
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Company
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton is a consulting firm that specializes in analytics, technology, and engineering.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.03B2025-03-11Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-08-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2020-08-13Post Ipo Debt· $700M
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Kristine Anderson
Chief Operating Officer
Mike Wikan
Senior Technology Consultant/Creative Director
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