cFocus Software Incorporated · 1 day ago
USSS - System Architect
cFocus Software is seeking a System Architect to join their program supporting the United States Secret Services (USSS). The role involves leading the design of Enterprise GIS architecture and coordinating with various teams to produce integrated technical designs.
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Responsibilities
Lead Enterprise GIS architecture design across SELC phases: planning, requirements, design, development, integration, testing, implementation, operations, and disposition
Design and document GIS system architectures using open standards, COTS solutions, and approved technologies
Coordinate with project managers, infrastructure teams, software developers, cybersecurity teams, and stakeholders to produce integrated technical designs
Design scalable and secure hosting environments, including on‑premises and cloud‑based GIS infrastructure
Develop architecture for data storage, backup, disaster recovery, system resiliency, and high availability
Define and oversee infrastructure‑as‑code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated monitoring solutions
Ensure GIS architectures comply with DHS and USSS security frameworks, including FISMA, ATO, POA&M, and vulnerability remediation requirements
Support Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation, security assessments, and continuous monitoring activities
Provide architectural guidance for integration of ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise components, custom applications, and external systems
Support integration and testing activities, including design validation, technical reviews, and acceptance criteria
Maintain and update system architecture documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines
Provide Tier 3 operational support for enterprise GIS environments, including incident response and system optimization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 10 years of experience in system architecture, enterprise IT, or GIS system design
Demonstrated experience designing and supporting enterprise GIS architectures
Expert knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise environments and components
Strong experience with system integration, infrastructure design, and cloud/on‑prem hybrid environments
Experience supporting federal cybersecurity requirements including FISMA, ATO, POA&M, and CVE remediation
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure‑as‑code, and automation frameworks
Ability to produce clear technical architecture documentation and diagrams
Experience working in Agile development environments
Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 4a / BI background investigation
Company
cFocus Software Incorporated
cFocus Software automates FedRAMP compliance and develops government chatbots for the Azure Government Cloud, Office 365, and SharePoint.