Job#: 2080300

Job Description:

? Remote (Must reside in VA, DC, MD, or Colorado)

? Full-Time | Permanent

? $160,000 – $180,000

We are seeking a Solutions Architecture Manager to support Department of Defense (DoD) engineering initiatives. This role is fully remote, with occasional on-site meetings (monthly at most), and requires residency in Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C., or Colorado.

You’ll lead a small, high-performing team of 4–5 engineers and architects, working closely with leadership to design, develop, and implement secure, scalable technical solutions aligned with federal compliance standards. If you or anyone you know would be interested to learn more about this position, please apply now or send all applications to [email protected]

• Lead and mentor a team of solutions architects and engineers.
• Oversee the design and execution of technical solutions for DoD contracts.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and federal standards, including EIS contracts.
• Architect and support networking infrastructure (Layers 1–4, IP VPN, DIA, Ethernet, Dark Fiber).
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions.
• Engage occasionally with the capture team to support pre-sales and proposal efforts.

• 7–10+ years of experience in DoD-related engineering or architecture roles.
• Proven management or team leadership experience.
• Strong technical background in network architecture and telecom infrastructure.
• Familiarity with EIS (Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions) contracts.
• Experience with technologies such as Dark Fiber, IP VPN, DIA, Ethernet, Layers 1–4.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with Zero Trust frameworks, cybersecurity, or international deployments.

1. 30-minute virtual interview with the Director of DoD Engineering.
2. 45-minute panel interview with the engineering team.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.