Chief Technology Engineer / Technical Advisor

General Dynamics

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On-site
Location
Washington, DC
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$165,750–$224,250 / yr
Posted
125 days ago
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Chief Technology Engineer / Technical Advisor

JOB TITLE: Chief Technology Engineer / Technical Advisor - Active Top Secret required The Chief Technology Engineer / Technical Advisor - Active Top Secret required serves as a trusted advisor to senior customer leadership within the IT Infrastructure and Operations business unit. This role involves aligning lifecycle IT strategy with organizational goals by developing scalable, secure enterprise architecture frameworks and managing technical debt. The individual will perform hands-on engineering work to validate approaches, pilot innovative technical solutions, and ensure seamless systems integration and regulatory compliance. Key requirements include expertise in enterprise architecture, IT systems administration, and security standards. Candidates should possess skills in technology architecture, strategy, and integration, with preferred experience in Azure or AWS Solution Architect, CISSP, CSSIP, and Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator. The role solves complex problems regarding technology modernization and data security.

What you'll do

  • Serve as a technical advisor to senior leadership to align technology strategy with organizational goals.
  • Develop and implement scalable and secure enterprise architecture frameworks.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and pilot innovative technical solutions.
  • Ensure seamless systems integration, data security, and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage technical debt and lead modernization efforts.
  • Perform hands-on engineering work to validate approaches and reduce risk.
  • Mentor technical teams and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must have 10+ years of related experience in enterprise IT systems administration.
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Must have expertise in technology architecture, strategy, integration, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
  • Master's degree (preferred).
  • Azure or AWS Solution Architect (preferred).
  • Active CISSP or CSSIP (preferred).
  • Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator (preferred).

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