AI Enterprise Architect
CACI · Washington, United States · 8d ago
The Opportunity:
CACI seeks an AI Enterprise Architect for the United States Secret Service (USSS) contract supporting the Department of Homeland Security. This strategic, architecture-focused role offers a unique opportunity to drive national security outcomes by designing the enterprise-scale foundation for AI transformation within the USSS Office of the Chief Information Officer.
As the AI Enterprise Architect, you'll be the technical visionary establishing how AI capabilities integrate, scale, and operate across the enterprise while supporting stand-up of the USSS AI Team. You'll provide enterprise architecture leadership to the AI-PMO, develop the AI Governance Charter & Operating Framework, contribute to the AI Strategy & 3-Year Roadmap, and design comprehensive AI architectures aligning data infrastructure, platforms, security controls, and technology standards with mission objectives. You'll define target-state architectures, create integration patterns, establish governance frameworks and AI-PMO oversight mechanisms, and build technical roadmaps enabling scalable, secure, compliant AI adoption. This role requires deep AI/ML technical expertise combined with strategic architectural thinking and governance acumen to transform technical possibilities into secure, scalable mission capabilities for a program of national importance.
Responsibilities:
-Provide enterprise architecture leadership supporting stand-up of the USSS AI Team and AI Program Management Office (AI-PMO)
-Develop comprehensive AI Governance Charter & Operating Framework establishing governance structures, oversight mechanisms, approval processes, risk management frameworks, and decision-making authorities
-Contribute to AI Strategy & 3-Year Roadmap by defining target-state AI architectures, technology standards, platform strategies, and technical capability maturity progression
-Define target-state AI architectures, integration patterns, and technical roadmaps enabling scalable, secure, sustainable AI adoption aligned with OCIO objectives and CIO priorities
-Establish architectural standards and oversight mechanisms ensuring AI initiatives align with mission needs, enterprise governance, and federal compliance requirements (FedRAMP, FISMA, Zero Trust Architecture)
-Design AI Governance & Decision-Making Playbooks establishing enterprise standards, approval processes, intake mechanisms, prioritization frameworks, and AI-PMO oversight
-Develop AI architecture principles, design patterns, and technical standards for data management, model lifecycle management, MLOps, and AI operations
-Create governance frameworks addressing AI risk management, model validation, bias detection, explainability, and responsible AI principles
-Lead development of Technical Architecture Playbooks for AI platform selection, integration approaches, infrastructure requirements, and security controls
-Create reusable architecture artifacts (reference architectures, capability maps, data flow diagrams, security frameworks, technology recommendations, architectural decision records)
-Provide architectural guidance and oversight through architecture reviews, design sessions, governance forums, and portfolio management processes
-Facilitate cross-functional engagement with Cyber, Infrastructure, Mission Delivery, and field stakeholders to ensure architectures align with operational requirements
Qualifications:
Please note: While this role is primarily remote, there is the possibility of regular onsite presence in Washington, D.C., dependent on customer needs. We encourage applications from candidates located within driving distance of the D.C. area.
Required –
BA/BS + 15 years’ experience in enterprise architecture with significant AI/ML architecture focus; equivalencies considered (21 years of experience with no degree, AA + 17 years' experience, MA + 12 years' experience)
Ability to maintain a Public Trust clearance
Demonstrated expertise designing enterprise-scale AI/ML architectures, platforms, and infrastructure
Deep understanding of AI/ML technology stacks (data pipelines, model training infrastructure, inference platforms, MLOps tooling, AI operations)
Proven experience developing enterprise architecture frameworks, reference architectures, governance frameworks, and technical standards
Strong experience developing AI governance structures, oversight mechanisms, and decision-making frameworks
Deep knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements, cloud architecture patterns, and Zero Trust principles
Proven ability facilitating cross-functional engagement and translating complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
Desired –
Professional certifications (TOGAF, Zachman, AWS/Azure/GCP Solutions Architect, DoDAF, SABSA)
Experience with federal enterprise architecture frameworks (FEAF, Segment Architecture, DODAF) and AI governance programs
Familiarity with NIST AI Risk Management Framework, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, federal Zero Trust architecture, and OMB AI guidance
Experience architecting AI solutions in regulated or high-security environments (federal, defense, law enforcement)
Experience standing up AI programs, AI centers of excellence, or AI governance structures
Prior experience supporting DHS, law enforcement, national security mission systems, or protective service operations
Knowledge of data architecture, data governance, master data management, and enterprise data strategy
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$114,600-$252,100CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.