Enterprise Solution Architect

Description

• Supporting senior management on complex technology initiatives and investment decisions
• Creating an architecture review process to evaluate proposed solutions against standards and strategic objectives
• Establishing common interfaces, architecture principles, data standards, and best practices
• Designing integration strategies for disparate systems, applications, and data sources across the enterprise
• Collaborating with the security team to ensure solutions meet organizational and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Multi-cloud experience (particularly valuable)
• The individual in this role will require a combination of deep technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills, requiring someone who can think strategically while understanding the practical implications of architectural decisions across the entire organization.
• Experience in government or regulatory environments
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position
• AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certifications
• Ability to communicate complex technical strategies in business terms
• Knowledge of electronic data processing platforms and software
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with various levels of personnel
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and informative reports/documentation on database systems, including creation/maintenance of data dictionary documentation
• TOGAF Certification, Certified Enterprise Architect, or similar recognized credentials
• Ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty, weigh multiple factors/constraints, and consider long-term implications of architectural choices
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor
• Knowledge of infrastructure components, platforms, development tools, middleware, and technology standards (on-prem and cloud-based tech stacks)
• Ability to maintain essential records and files
• Proven track record leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives, cloud migrations, or enterprise modernization programs from start to finish
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software development lifecycle practices
• Knowledge of database/data dictionary systems and applications
• Knowledge of data modeling, data governance, master data management, data warehousing, analytics platforms, and data quality frameworks
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency
• Comfort presenting to executive leadership, board members, or external stakeholders
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
• Knowledge of application portfolio management, software design patterns, application integration, legacy system modernization, and application lifecycle management

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance