Solutions Architect (DC/NC)
Solutions Architect (DC/NC)
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$ 130037 - 221063
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Job Description
ICF is searching for a Solutions Architect who is customer-focused and passionate about helping a government agency modernize and transform its legacy websites and applications through pragmatic enterprise strategies. If you have an equal passion for tapping into the collective wisdom of developers to create team synergy then we want to talk with you.
This position requires a high level of technical expertise combined with excellent planning coordination and communication skills and the ability to work with teams. You will provide leadership over multiple projects in developing new system requirements and researching evaluating and selecting solutions. You understand the importance of security and believe risk management should be tackled early and not as an afterthought. You have been through the trenches in helping teams obtain authority to operate (ATO) and can have intelligent discussions around NIST recommendations and security controls. You are invested in the use of automation and creating an environment that fosters DevSecOps approaches. You articulate the connection from technical services to business capabilities and help client organizations navigate the tension between evolving traditional IT processes and modern approaches. You also tailor communications for a variety of audiences and bring clarity to the details around complex problems. Most importantly you understand that leading is not about being a hero its about developing capabilities in your team to deliver the right solutions for our customers.
Job Location: This position requires that the job be performed in the Raleigh NC or DC Metro area. Please note that ICF monitors employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and prohibits personal VPN connections.
What youll be doing:
- Translate business needs into application solution architecture requirements making frequent use of diagrams to help communicate with broad audiences
- Inform the balance of security tech debt feature and defect work
- Estimate the financial impact of solution architecture alternatives
- Evolve the teams capabilities toward high-performing DevSecOps practices within the Agile framework
- Work with teams to help support and drive future development of the platform while coordinating and prioritizing the needs of existing programs and outcomes
- Evaluate legacy and current applications architecture database design etc. to make recommendations on improvements in design performance and quality
- Ensure solutions are developed and packaged in an easily consumable and repeatable way for customers and internal technical teams
- Own the technical roadmap and interface with application Project Managers to ensure achievability
- Provide operations and monitoring support for legacy systems
- Collaborate with IT Security to ensure compliance with regulatory policies
- Perform proofs-of-concept as needed to determine technology
- Lead and mentor a team of software developers and engineers
What you must have:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline.
- 10 years of experience in leading and architecting enterprise software systems.
- 10 years of experience with building web-based enterprise systems.
- 10 years of experience with relevant programming languages and platforms such as Java JavaScript Python Angular and React.
- 7 years of application architecture or product development experience.
- Experience directly leading a Federal ATO process for a $10M project.
- Experience with modern software design leading to highly testable systems
- AWS Solutions Architect certification
- US Citizenship required due to federal contract requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
Technologies youll use: (Ex: Java React ETL mobile):
AWS CloudPython Java JavaScript Drupal SQL GitLab
What wed like you to have:
- Experience with software development working in Agile and Scaled Agile teams
- Experience and application of practices such as microservices architecture serverless architecture and automated testing
- Knowledge of web services related standards distributed architectures design patterns and best practices
- 3 years of experience in building and deploying applications to AWS Cloud.
- 2 years of experience implementing IaC using Terraform
Why youll love working here:
- Generous vacation and retirement plans
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Flexible work location
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Friendly community with lots of social events
- Participation in charity initiatives
- Employee support program
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$130037.00 - $221063.00Reston VA (VA30)Employment Type
Full-Time
