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Solutions Architect

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Original Job Summary

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions for complex national security issues. With over 50 years of experience and consistent growth, SPA is known for continuous innovation serving government customers both in the US and internationally. Join a highly collaborative team that produces results that matter.

About the Role

ExecutivePlacements.com is seeking a Solutions Architect to provide remote support to NATO-ACT. This role involves providing architectural leadership for innovative digital products in NATO or National defense institutions, ensuring that solutions meet mission requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee design and integration of modern software and hardware architectures ensuring scalability and resilience.
  • Provide architectural mentorship to development teams for consistent design practices.
  • Collaborate with developers, engineers, and stakeholders to identify optimal technology approaches including Agile and DevSecOps practices.
  • Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including risk assessments and trade-off analyses.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and guide their appropriate adoption to enhance mission relevance.
  • Advise on Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions for secure, federated access.
  • Promote adoption of architectural modeling standards such as UML, ArchiMate, and BPMN using tools like Enterprise Architect and ARIS.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Citizenship of a NATO member country.
  • Active NATO or National Secret (or higher) clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 4+ years of experience in software and/or hardware architecture.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring on architectural principles.
  • Familiarity with Agile DevSecOps teams and CI/CD practices.
  • Proficiency in modern IAM solution patterns.
  • Experience with architectural modeling standards (UML, ArchiMate, BPMN) and related tools.
  • Fluency in English, both oral and written.

Key skills/competency

  • Architecture
  • Digital
  • Mentorship
  • Integration
  • Agile
  • DevSecOps
  • Documentation
  • Risk Assessment
  • IAM
  • Modeling

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  • Research ExecutivePlacements.com culture: Study their mission and team values online.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant architecture and IAM experience.
  • Leverage technical keywords: Emphasize Agile, DevSecOps, and modeling standards.
  • Prepare examples: Share clear technical and leadership success stories.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review modern software architecture patterns.
Practice UML and ArchiMate modeling techniques.
Study Agile DevSecOps CI/CD practices.
Update skills in IAM security frameworks.

Behavioral Questions

Explain team conflict resolution approach.
Describe cross-functional collaboration examples.
Discuss challenges in delivering projects.
Share mentoring team experiences.