Senior Solutions Architect

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers missions fostering professional growth and making a positive impact on our communities.

By joining our supportive community you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together we can drive meaningful change spark innovation and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is hiring an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to lead and support the systems engineer and lead architect efforts for CenTAM to include but not limited to identity management. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in IT management with expertise in solutions architecture system design implementation identity management AD PKI Entra O365 and Infrastructure.

This role requires exceptional communication strategic leadership project management sharp analytical and troubleshooting skills to deliver robust scalable technology solutions.

Responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Lead Active Directory Services Architect design and support 2030 Census Technical Integration Initiative spanning Datacenters cloud sites AWS East and West regional Census Centers Area Census centers managing end users as needed.
• Design install configure and implement various systems as required by
• Design and develop scalable efficient and secure ITSM solutions that meet customer and Kentro requirements.
• Lead Windows Team to include ticket management/distribution projects assignment and escalations.
• Create detailed documentation for ITSM solutions including graphical solution representations and written solution descriptions
• Identify risk areas in ITSM solutions and provide risk mitigation recommendations for implementation.
• Optimizedata processing and transformation for performance and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Ensure data security compliance and governance in systems.

• Redesign the Directory Replication Model and consolidated multiple sites to support the current Census Support Model and regional offices as needed.
• Create detailed design and operational documentation for Azure and Entra tenant configurations to support change management and FedRAMP compliance
• Lead deployment and troubleshooting of Azure MFA across hybrid environments using both legacy VPN and modern authentication platforms as needed

Location: On-site in Washington DC - Bureau of the Census

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Systems Engineering or a related field or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT with at least 5 years in senior technical leadership roles such as Solution Architect Chief Engineer or Systems

Preferred Skills:

• Leadership and project management.
• System design implementation and development background.
• Troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Microsoft and VMware virtualization professionals.
• Microsoft Active Directory Services Migration Specialist.
• PKI Migration Specialist.
• Proficiency with Azure/Entra/Okta
• Solutions development and deployment specialist.

Preferred Technical Skills:

• Domain solutions: Windows Domain NT4.0RC/2 and Windows 2008/R2; Hyper V 2008 Windowsr2 Domains
• VMware 4.0 4.1 5 5.1 5.5. 6.1-6.7.
• Exchanges 2013 and 2019 Mail Hybrid solutions.
• System Center Suite Operation Manager SCVMM Configuration Manager Suites 2008/2012
• Veeam Backup Versions
• Windows Clustering Windows Hyper-V Clusters and Guest Clustering. 2008r2 to 2012 r2
• Windows XP Vista and 7; SharePoint 2003 and 2010
• Cisco USC.
• Windows SQL and SQL Clusters Windows 2012/2014 always-on SQL Hyper-V Clusters.
• Oracle
• Hardware: HP Dell Cisco NetApps EMC IBM and Unisys Brand ES Series Servers
• Operating Systems: Windows 3.1 3.51 NT4.0/R2 2008/R2 2012 Windows 4.0 95 98 ME 2000 XP Vista 7 and 8; RedHat SCO AIX and SUN 6-8
• Identity Management ADFS 2.0 and FIM 2010.
• Azure Cloud Azure AD services Azure Ad Connect
• AWS East and West.
• VPC Cloud Offering ON PREM
• Programming Languages and Tools: Power Shell 1 and 3.0
• Office Productivity Tools: Officeand 2015.
• SharePoint 2012 and Groove.
• IBM Kenexa WEB focus google mail ADFS Initiatives. (Establish relying party trust and Claim Based Rules)
• Okta
• Azure Entra MFA Teams and O365 competent and highly proficient.
• Migration Strategies and Project initiative Goals and Result Driven.
• Understand OAuth OIDC and OpenID authentication methodologies.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have active Public Trust Clearance
• Must be a US Citizen

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively enabling long-term mission success and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner lets solve challenges think innovatively and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork dedication and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:-1::2015) two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition

Growth Inc 5000s Fastest Growing Private Companies DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work Corporate Diversity Index Winner Mid-Size Companies Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labors HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off healthcare benefits supplemental benefits 401k including an employer match discount perks rewards and more. We invest in our employees Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications degrees or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course complete a certification or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities virtual and in-person e.g. we host happy hours holiday events fitness & wellness events and annual alignment with our commitment to our communities we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative innovative and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting hiring and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees including protected veterans are treated with dignity respect and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations please email .

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Required Experience:

Senior IC