VA Account, Technology Solutions Architect

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What You Will Do:
The VA Account Technology Solutions Architect will serve as the senior technical leader supporting our VA-focused programs and pursuits. This role is critical in shaping and delivering technology strategies that align with VAs mission. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with VA technologies and data strong relationships with VA technology stakeholders and a proven track record of delivering trusted impactful solutions.

• Lead the technical solutioning for VA account pursuits including RFP responses solution architecture and client stakeholder engagement.

• Design and articulate end-to-end technology solutions that support VA enterprise goals aligned with VHA VBA and OIT strategies.

• Collaborate across the Guidehouse enterprise to integrate multidisciplinary expertise capabilities and innovations bringing the full strength of the firm to solve complex client challenges and sell new projects.

• Align proposed solutions with VAs evolving technology strategy and procurements including legacy system modernization and adoption of cloud platforms and emerging AI and data technologies.

• Ensure alignment with VAs enterprise architecture standards VA Digital Transformation Strategy and federal IT modernization goals.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to develop solution components cost estimates and implementation plans.

• Support mobilizing delivery teams post-award ensuring continuity and clarity of vision and where applicable deliver technology projects at the VA with high client satisfaction

• Guide technical teams in the integration of GOTS COTS LC/NC and custom-developed software solutions that achieve VAs system quality goals e.g. scalability availability reliability data integrity/quality and interoperability.

• Ability to identify and develop niche partners to align with business/account strategy and technical roadmap/strategy for specific opportunities.

• Support workshops and working sessions with VA stakeholders to refine requirements and validate solution approaches.

• Maintain awareness of VA enterprise systems including those within the OCIO and OCTO organizations and leverage this knowledge to inform solution design.

What You Will Need:

• 15 years of relevant professional experience.

• 10 years of experience in technology solution design and architecture with at least 5 years supporting VA in a solution architect role.

• Strong relationships with VA program-level technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.

• Experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise systems for the Department of Veterans Affairs (e.g. financial supply chain HR grants health or benefits platforms).

• Demonstrated experience with VA data flows between federal and state/local public health entities.

• Strong understanding of AWS/Azure cloud platforms enterprise integration patterns DevSecOps data interoperability and security frameworks.

• Proven ability to lead technical solutioning in complex multi-stakeholder environments.

• Assisting in ROM/LOE estimation pricing and proposal-to-win (p2w) activities.

• Coordinating with Guidehouse technology SMEs to align solutions with best practices.

• Playing a key role in shaping new business opportunities and deals.

• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.

• Strong analytical problem-solving and risk mitigation capabilities.

• Experience working with geographically distributed teams.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field.

• Based in or near Washington DC. for on-site engagement with VA stakeholders.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience working within VA OCTO.

• Prior experience in technology consulting role.

• Familiarity with federal health IT standards and compliance requirements.

• Technology certifications in architecture (e.g. AWS/Azure Architect TOGAF).

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical Rx Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected Veterans Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.

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