Enterprise Architect Specialist
Overview
JOB TITLE:
Enterprise Architect Specialist
CAYUSE COMPANY:
Cayuse Civil Services, LLC
LOCATION
Hybrid in Austin, TX
SALARY:
$102,460.80-$146,369.60
EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Full-Time Salary Exempt
TRAVEL
No
RELOCATION
No
Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.
The Work
The Enterprise Architect Specialist oversees the development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-wide technology solutions. This position requires expertise in designing strategic IT frameworks that align with organizational priorities, ensuring interoperability between systems, and driving innovations that improve business processes.
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Responsibilities
• The role spans cybersecurity platforms, security telemetry, network visibility and detection, hybrid infrastructure, integration patterns, and resilience architecture across multiple participating entities.
• Make and document architecture decisions that affect detection coverage, evidentiary integrity, operational continuity, and recovery capabilities. Errors or delays have direct operational and public-interest consequences.
• The role includes establishing and operating architecture governance mechanisms that balance speed and rigor. This includes resolving cross-organizational conflicts, adjudicating risk tradeoffs, and preventing architectural debt in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The work requires expert-level understanding across security telemetry pipelines, SIEM platforms, network detection architectures, cloud and virtualization platforms, and automation and integration tooling. The architect must be capable of both strategic design and practical validation with engineering teams.
• The role directly supports high-value procurements and vendor evaluations, including requirements shaping, technical evaluation input, and architectural risk assessment. These activities materially affect long-term cost, interoperability, and sustainability.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Here’s What You Need
The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.
• 15 years of experience Enterprise Architecture (large, complex environments):
• 12 years of experience with IT Infrastructure Architecture (on-prem and hybrid).
• 10 years of Cybersecurity Architecture (defensive, enterprise) experience.
• 10 years of Technical Design Documentation and Decision Artifacts.
• 8 years of experience of with Architecture Governance / Review Boards.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Minimum Skills:
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• 8 years of experience working with MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 10 years of experience with executive technical communication and briefing.
• 8 years of Security telemetry and SIEM architecture.
• 8 years of Cloud and virtualization platforms (hybrid) experience.
• 7 years of Network visibility and detection architecture.
• 7 years of NIST-aligned risk management and security frameworks.
Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off
Reports to: Program Manager
Working Conditions
• Professional office environment.
• Ability to work in Austin or San Antonio based on mission needs.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range
USD $102,460.80 - USD $146,369.60 /Yr.
Apply Now
Apply Now
JOB TITLE:
Enterprise Architect Specialist
CAYUSE COMPANY:
Cayuse Civil Services, LLC
LOCATION
Hybrid in Austin, TX
SALARY:
$102,460.80-$146,369.60
EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Full-Time Salary Exempt
TRAVEL
No
RELOCATION
No
Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.
The Work
The Enterprise Architect Specialist oversees the development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-wide technology solutions. This position requires expertise in designing strategic IT frameworks that align with organizational priorities, ensuring interoperability between systems, and driving innovations that improve business processes.
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Responsibilities
• The role spans cybersecurity platforms, security telemetry, network visibility and detection, hybrid infrastructure, integration patterns, and resilience architecture across multiple participating entities.
• Make and document architecture decisions that affect detection coverage, evidentiary integrity, operational continuity, and recovery capabilities. Errors or delays have direct operational and public-interest consequences.
• The role includes establishing and operating architecture governance mechanisms that balance speed and rigor. This includes resolving cross-organizational conflicts, adjudicating risk tradeoffs, and preventing architectural debt in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The work requires expert-level understanding across security telemetry pipelines, SIEM platforms, network detection architectures, cloud and virtualization platforms, and automation and integration tooling. The architect must be capable of both strategic design and practical validation with engineering teams.
• The role directly supports high-value procurements and vendor evaluations, including requirements shaping, technical evaluation input, and architectural risk assessment. These activities materially affect long-term cost, interoperability, and sustainability.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Here’s What You Need
The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.
• 15 years of experience Enterprise Architecture (large, complex environments):
• 12 years of experience with IT Infrastructure Architecture (on-prem and hybrid).
• 10 years of Cybersecurity Architecture (defensive, enterprise) experience.
• 10 years of Technical Design Documentation and Decision Artifacts.
• 8 years of experience of with Architecture Governance / Review Boards.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Minimum Skills:
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• 8 years of experience working with MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 10 years of experience with executive technical communication and briefing.
• 8 years of Security telemetry and SIEM architecture.
• 8 years of Cloud and virtualization platforms (hybrid) experience.
• 7 years of Network visibility and detection architecture.
• 7 years of NIST-aligned risk management and security frameworks.
Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off
Reports to: Program Manager
Working Conditions
• Professional office environment.
• Ability to work in Austin or San Antonio based on mission needs.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range
USD $102,460.80 - USD $146,369.60 /Yr.
Apply Now
Apply Now