Senior Solution Architect Jobs in Maryland
Senior Solution Architect jobs in Maryland concentrate heavily in federal IT contracting, cybersecurity, defense systems integration, and cloud transformation, making the state one of the most active markets for the role on the East Coast. The strongest hiring activity is in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, Bethesda, and Annapolis Junction, where employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and SAIC maintain large and sustained workforces. Demand is highest for architects with deep expertise in cloud-native design, enterprise integration, and security-cleared environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Solution System Architect / Engineer is the hands-on product architect for TISTA's prime contract performance on the Department of Veterans Affairs Supply Chain Management DevSecOps (SCMDSO) task order supporting VA's supply chain and logistics Product Line. Where the Enterprise/Solution System Architect sets the enterprise architecture, Architectural Runway, and integration standards, the Solution System Architect / Engineer applies them product by product. This position owns the product-specific architecture artifacts for assigned products, including As-Is and To-Be Architecture Models, DoDAF and UAF diagrams, Solution Architecture Packages, Solution-Level Roadmaps, Product-Specific Data Models, and Interface Control Documents, and works directly with product owners, Scrum Teams, and platform engineers to make sure what is designed is what gets built.
At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, mission‑driven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive. We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing. We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do.
TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!
Responsibilities:
- Conduct product discovery with stakeholders to translate operational needs into comprehensive As-Is and To-Be architecture models using standard frameworks like DoDAF and UAF.
- Develop detailed Solution Architecture Packages, multi-year product roadmaps, and standardized data models that align with the broader enterprise vision.
- Guide Agile delivery by defining solution-level epics with clear acceptance criteria, supporting early UI/technical prototypes, and identifying future technical challenges.
- Design system integrations and contract-first API specifications, strictly enforcing the enterprise rule to use a centralized integration platform rather than point-to-point connections.
- Manage interface approvals and documentation (ICDs) while partnering with security teams to establish Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs) and SLAs.
- Document current and future infrastructure, networking, and cloud requirements to support cloud migrations, disaster recovery planning, and timely environment setups.
- Ensure all architectures comply with strict VA standards (e.g., TRM, Section 508, IPv6, ICAM/PIV) and supply the necessary diagrams to support security authorizations (ATO).
- Support overall program governance by contributing to the SAFe Architectural Runway, participating in quarterly PI Planning, and maintaining artifacts in a centralized repository.
- Drive business growth and corporate innovation by contributing to proposals, building reusable architecture templates, identifying AI-assisted workflow opportunities, and supporting quality audits.
- 8+ years in IT with at least 4 years serving as a solution or systems architect on federal IT programs.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience developing DoDAF/UAF architecture models, data flow diagrams, and complete Solution Architecture Packages.
- Extensive experience designing complex system integrations using REST/JSON APIs, HL7, FHIR, and event-driven messaging, including authoring Interface Control Documents.
- Proven ability to architect diverse technical environments spanning legacy systems (e.g., VistA/MUMPS), custom applications, SaaS platforms (ServiceNow, Nuvolo), and containerized cloud workloads.
- Strong background in Agile/SAFe frameworks, including contributing to the Architectural Runway, decomposing epics to features, and participating in PI Planning.
- Expertise in security and cloud architecture, including Zero Trust principles, ICAM/PIV integration, and supporting cloud migrations, disaster recovery, and ATO boundary documentation.
- Deep familiarity with VA OIT governance, including the Technical Reference Model (TRM), VIP Guide, PLM Transformation Playbook, and VA Enterprise Architecture.
- Highly preferred domain experience with VA supply chain and logistics products (e.g., IFCAP, Maximo), Oracle Health EHR integrations, and GS1/UDI master data standards.
- Strong core competencies in technical judgment, problem-solving, and communication, with a proven ability to lead customer-facing design reviews and manage cross-team dependencies.
- Certified SAFe Architect (ARCH), or SAFe Agilist (SA) with ARCH.
- Red Hat Certified Engineer in Cloud-Native Applications, or Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Tier 2 / Moderate Risk Background Investigation; ability to obtain a VA PIV credential.
- Rockville, MD / Remote (CONUS).
- Travel: Up to 10%.
- The suggested pay for this position ranges from $171,000 to $187,000.
- The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
- Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses.
- TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/
The Solution System Architect / Engineer is the hands-on product architect for TISTA's prime contract performance on the Department of Veterans Affairs Supply Chain Management DevSecOps (SCMDSO) task order supporting VA's supply chain and logistics Product Line. Where the Enterprise/Solution System Architect sets the enterprise architecture, Architectural Runway, and integration standards, the Solution System Architect / Engineer applies them product by product. This position owns the product-specific architecture artifacts for assigned products, including As-Is and To-Be Architecture Models, DoDAF and UAF diagrams, Solution Architecture Packages, Solution-Level Roadmaps, Product-Specific Data Models, and Interface Control Documents, and works directly with product owners, Scrum Teams, and platform engineers to make sure what is designed is what gets built.
At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, mission‑driven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive. We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing. We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do.
TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!
Responsibilities:
- Conduct product discovery with stakeholders to translate operational needs into comprehensive As-Is and To-Be architecture models using standard frameworks like DoDAF and UAF.
- Develop detailed Solution Architecture Packages, multi-year product roadmaps, and standardized data models that align with the broader enterprise vision.
- Guide Agile delivery by defining solution-level epics with clear acceptance criteria, supporting early UI/technical prototypes, and identifying future technical challenges.
- Design system integrations and contract-first API specifications, strictly enforcing the enterprise rule to use a centralized integration platform rather than point-to-point connections.
- Manage interface approvals and documentation (ICDs) while partnering with security teams to establish Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs) and SLAs.
- Document current and future infrastructure, networking, and cloud requirements to support cloud migrations, disaster recovery planning, and timely environment setups.
- Ensure all architectures comply with strict VA standards (e.g., TRM, Section 508, IPv6, ICAM/PIV) and supply the necessary diagrams to support security authorizations (ATO).
- Support overall program governance by contributing to the SAFe Architectural Runway, participating in quarterly PI Planning, and maintaining artifacts in a centralized repository.
- Drive business growth and corporate innovation by contributing to proposals, building reusable architecture templates, identifying AI-assisted workflow opportunities, and supporting quality audits.
- 8+ years in IT with at least 4 years serving as a solution or systems architect on federal IT programs.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience developing DoDAF/UAF architecture models, data flow diagrams, and complete Solution Architecture Packages.
- Extensive experience designing complex system integrations using REST/JSON APIs, HL7, FHIR, and event-driven messaging, including authoring Interface Control Documents.
- Proven ability to architect diverse technical environments spanning legacy systems (e.g., VistA/MUMPS), custom applications, SaaS platforms (ServiceNow, Nuvolo), and containerized cloud workloads.
- Strong background in Agile/SAFe frameworks, including contributing to the Architectural Runway, decomposing epics to features, and participating in PI Planning.
- Expertise in security and cloud architecture, including Zero Trust principles, ICAM/PIV integration, and supporting cloud migrations, disaster recovery, and ATO boundary documentation.
- Deep familiarity with VA OIT governance, including the Technical Reference Model (TRM), VIP Guide, PLM Transformation Playbook, and VA Enterprise Architecture.
- Highly preferred domain experience with VA supply chain and logistics products (e.g., IFCAP, Maximo), Oracle Health EHR integrations, and GS1/UDI master data standards.
- Strong core competencies in technical judgment, problem-solving, and communication, with a proven ability to lead customer-facing design reviews and manage cross-team dependencies.
- Certified SAFe Architect (ARCH), or SAFe Agilist (SA) with ARCH.
- Red Hat Certified Engineer in Cloud-Native Applications, or Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Tier 2 / Moderate Risk Background Investigation; ability to obtain a VA PIV credential.
- Rockville, MD / Remote (CONUS).
- Travel: Up to 10%.
- The suggested pay for this position ranges from $171,000 to $187,000.
- The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
- Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses.
- TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/
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The qualifications that appear most often in senior solution architect jobs across Maryland.
- Active TS/SCI or Secret security clearance preferred by most Maryland federal contractors
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related engineering field
- Eight or more years of progressive IT architecture experience including enterprise-scale solution design
- Hands-on proficiency with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platform architecture and deployment patterns
- AWS Solutions Architect Professional, TOGAF, or equivalent enterprise architecture certification strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and communicating architecture decisions to executive stakeholders
Senior Solution Architect Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior solution architect in Maryland?
Maryland does not issue a state license for solution architects, so the path runs through education, certifications, and experience. Most Maryland employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering paired with a cloud or enterprise architecture certification such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional or TOGAF. Given the concentration of federal contractors in the state, obtaining a security clearance early adds significant competitive advantage and opens a large share of available roles.
How much do senior solution architects make in Maryland?
Senior solution architects in Maryland earn a median of about $159,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $98,900 for the lowest 10% to over $213,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior solution architects in Maryland?
Maryland senior solution architect roles are posted by CVS Health, Versa Networks, and Sodexo and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maryland's dense cluster of federal IT contractors and defense agencies means openings frequently require clearance eligibility and domain expertise in government cloud or systems integration.
Which Maryland cities have the most senior solution architect jobs?
Maryland, Camp Springs, and Baltimore lead Maryland for senior solution architect openings. Baltimore anchors demand through its large commercial and healthcare technology sector, while the suburban Washington corridor around Bethesda, Rockville, and Columbia drives volume through federal agencies, defense contractors, and the National Security Agency complex near Fort Meade.
Are there remote senior solution architect jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than many technical roles, since solution architecture is primarily a design, consulting, and communication function that translates well to remote work. About 75% of senior solution architect openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, though positions requiring an active security clearance are most likely to mandate on-site or SCIF access. Advisory, pre-sales, and commercial enterprise roles carry the highest share of fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a senior solution architect in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a solutions engineer, cloud engineer, or IT consultant role at one of Maryland's large federal contractors, where project volume is high and internal mobility is common. Leidos, SAIC, and Booz Allen Hamilton all run structured associate and early-career programs that place candidates on architecture teams. Earning an AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification before applying signals architecture readiness even without a senior title, and candidates who pursue a clearance early move into higher-responsibility roles faster.
Where can I find and apply to senior solution architect jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to senior solution architect jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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