Systems Architect

Systems Architect

• Application Deadline: 30 October 2025
• Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services
• Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chantilly, VA

Description

REQUIRED:  Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION:  Full-time, onsite in the Chantily, VA

Are you a collaborative Systems Architect who believes the best solutions are built together?  We’re seeking a Systems Architect to shape the vision, structure, and integration of complex technology systems that power mission-critical operations. In this role, you’ll translate big-picture objectives into practical, scalable solutions—aligning hardware, software, and network components into a cohesive, secure, and high-performing architecture. Working at the intersection of strategy and technology, you’ll ensure our systems not only meet today’s demands but are ready for tomorrow’s challenges.  

With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!

Who We Are:  We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:

• Using JIRA
• Working on multi-disciplinary application development teams
• Using the following technologies: Linux (Bash), Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, AWS Services, User-driven web applications, Elasticsearch
• Cyber operations organizations, performing systems design, development, and interconnectivity
• Translating user requirements into end-to-end design for applications/databases that may involve multiple interfaces to other applications or supporting database systems
• Application of Services Oriented Architecture and Agile Development Methods
• Designing and developing applications that are hosted on AWS and leverage a diverse set of AWS services
• Developing and implementing system data model. Predicting future needs of the system.
• Awareness of changes to networks, cloud services, security requirements, etc., and creating a plan to adjust to these changes.
• Evaluating the impact and level-of-effort of requirements on the current and future system. 

Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:

• Using the following technologies: ArangoDB. 
• Development and deployment of a least one application that has been through the Authorization and Accreditation (A&A) process. 
• Architecting a graph database that included adapting an existing system data model. 

What We Offer You

• Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
• Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
• 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
• 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
• 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
• 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
• Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE:This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!