Enterprise Architect - Nuclear Consultation Command & Control (Nc3)

Enterprise ArchitectNuclear Consultation Command and Control (NC3)

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POSITION OVERVIEW

This position directly supports the Allied Command Transformation (ACT). ACT is NATO's leading agent for change: driving, facilitating, and advocating the continuous improvement of Alliance capabilities to maintain and enhance the military relevance and effectiveness of the Alliance. The main objectives of ACT are providing appropriate support to NATO missions and operations, leading NATO military transformation, and improving relationships, interaction, and practical cooperation with partners, nations, and international organizations. ACT, therefore, leads Alliance concept development and capability development.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including military staff, technology experts, and policy leaders, to gather and document functional and technical information for the NC3
• Translate political, strategic, and operational needs and goals into architectural views by NATO Architectural Framework (NAF) specifications and design
• Develop and refine high-level architecture designs that outline the structure, components, and interactions of the NC3 system.
• Create conceptual, logical, physical, and technical views of architecture to ensure a comprehensive understanding of its systems, components, and relationships.
• Create architectural documentation using NAF standards, best practices, and guidelines to ensure consistency and coherence across different components of the NC3 architecture.
• Collaborate with other architects, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with broader NATO strategies and goals.
• Communicate the architectural vision, rationale, and implications to non-technical stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Manage the impact of architectural changes on existing systems and processes, ensuring smooth transitions and disruptions are minimized.
• Collaborate with applicable stakeholders to ensure that the architecture is validated against defined requirements and that its performance meets operational
• Provide training to staff and end-users to ensure proper understanding and utilization of the architecture.
• Deliver briefings and presentations to senior military leadership, decision-makers, and stakeholders to communicate architectural strategies and progress.
• Develop Mission Thread Identification, which defines the various mission threads and scenarios relevant to NATO's NC3 This includes understanding the operational context and the specific tasks, processes, and interactions involved in each mission thread.
• Create detailed models of mission threads using appropriate modeling languages (Visio and ArchiMate) and tools. These models should capture the sequence of activities, information flow, decision points, and dependencies within each mission thread.

Mission Thread Analysis:

• Identify and define the various mission threads and scenarios relevant to NATO's NC3 mission. This includes understanding the political, strategic, operational, and tactical context and the specific tasks, processes, and interactions involved in each mission thread.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including policymakers, military commanders and staff, and technical experts, to gather input and requirements for mission thread analysis.
• Develop detailed models of NC3 mission threads using appropriate modeling languages and tools. These models should capture the sequence of activities, information flow, decision points, and dependencies within each mission
• Assess the existing NC3 capabilities against requirements. Identify any gaps or shortcomings in the current architecture or processes that must be
• Based on the analysis of mission threads, provide recommendations for improvements, enhancements, or modifications to the NC3 These recommendations should address capability shortfalls, risk mitigation, and performance optimization.
• Maintain detailed documentation of mission thread analysis, including models, reports, and Ensure that this documentation is accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with ongoing validation efforts to ensure that the NC3 architecture meets the operational requirements identified in the mission threads. Participate in testing exercises and validate the architecture's performance in realistic
• Establish a process for continuous monitoring and assessment of mission threads to adapt to changing operational needs and emerging threats.
• Effectively communicate the results of mission thread analysis to decision-makers, technical teams, and other stakeholders. Ensure that findings and recommendations are clearly understood and acted upon.
• Ensure that the NC3 architecture complies with NATO policies, directives, and security standards.

Capability Employment Model (CEM) planning and development

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including military commanders, policy makers, and technical experts, to gather input and requirements for CEM development. Understand the specific capabilities and operational scenarios that need to be
• Coordinate with the Program Director and Project Coordinator to shape the scope of the CEM development effort. Provide recommendations regarding which NC3 capabilities and mission scenarios should be included in the model. Provide feedback regarding CEM scope alignment with the overall objectives of NC3
• Make recommendations regarding the appropriate framework or methodology for developing the CEM. Ensure that the selected framework aligns with NATO standards and guidelines.
• Identify the data sources needed for CEM development which may include information on NC3 systems, operational procedures, threat assessments, and mission objectives. Establish data collection processes and timelines.
• Recommend the modeling tools and software that will be used to create the Ensure these tools support the chosen framework and are compatible with NATO's modeling standards.
• Create a detailed plan for CEM development, including timelines, milestones, and responsibilities. Provide proposed tasks and activities required at each stage of the development process.
• Integrate the collected data into the modeling Ensure data accuracy and consistency. Develop procedures for updating and maintaining data as the CEM evolves.
• Create realistic mission scenarios that reflect the operational context in which NC3 capabilities will be employed. Define the objectives, tasks, and decision points for each scenario.
• Conduct thorough verification and validation of the CEM to ensure that it accurately represents NC3 capabilities and their Involve subject matter experts and stakeholders in the validation process.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of the CEM, including model descriptions, assumptions, data sources, and results at the appropriate security level. Ensure that the documentation is accessible to stakeholders.
• Conduct scenario testing using the CEM to evaluate different courses of action and their implications for mission success. Use the model to inform decision-making and strategy development.
• Establish mechanisms for continuous improvement of the Update the model as new data becomes available and refine scenarios based on evolving threats and operational requirements.
• Effectively communicate the results and insights from the CEM to decision-makers and other stakeholders. Ensure that the CEM informs NC3 capability development efforts.

Directly supports the Branch Head CR and must travel to meetings and conferences within and outside NATO's boundaries for up to 30 days per year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology, systems engineering, or a related field.
• Active Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated expertise in Enterprise Architecture principles, methodologies, and frameworks. Proven experience in developing and managing complex architectures, preferably in defense or military contexts.
• Possesses certifications in Enterprise Architecture (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman Framework).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio. The Contractor must be proficient in the use of MS Visio with the ability to create clear, well-structured diagrams, visually appealing, and informative diagrams.
• Diagram Creation (flowcharts, organizational charts, network diagrams, and other visual representations), shape customization, template usage and adaptation, connector tool usage, data source linking, collaboration, cross-functional diagraming, layering, diagram validation, and exporting and publishing.
• Demonstrated experience in computer information systems, information technology, or systems engineering, preferably in defense or military contexts.
• Experience with NATO NC3 concepts, protocols, systems, or familiarity with nuclear deterrence and command and control infrastructure structures.
• Proficiency in relevant CEM technical tools and technologies used in enterprise
• Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including senior military leaders and decision-makers.
• Possess experience in corporate, government, or academic environments in preparing executive-level reports and briefs to include research and writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Possess a high level of organizational and coordination skills:
   • Capacity to work under general direction within a clear accountability framework with substantial personal responsibility. Plan, schedule, and monitor work activities to meet time and quality targets and by established procedures.
   • Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced
   • Ability to effectively work in a cross-group collaborative environment, quickly understand the needs of HQ SACT, and support the collective effort to reach the fixed objectives.
   • Work effectively as a member of a multi-national and multi-disciplinary
   • Ability to influence team and specialist

DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement.

DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

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