Data Architect (Clearance Required)

ICF

Job Location:

Reston, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 81499 - 138549

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Work: The Data Architect will design implement and govern enterprise data architectures supporting missioncritical federal systems. This role partners closely with engineers analysts and stakeholders to ensure data solutions are secure scalable compliant and analyticsready enabling informed decisionmaking across agency programs.

Job Location: This is a fully remote role which may require occasional travel to the DC Metro area as needed for onsite client meetings. Preference to candidates located within the Washington DC Metro area.

If you accept this position you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and also prohibits personal VPN connections.

What You Will Do:

Design and maintain enterpriselevel data architectures including data models schemas flows and integration patterns
Lead architecture for relational cloud and hybrid data platforms supporting operational systems data warehouses and analytics environments
Partner with application teams data engineers and DevOps to ensure performance reliability and scalability
Define and enforce data governance standards and best practices (data quality lineage metadata and access controls)
Support data migrations and modernization efforts from legacy to cloud environments
Ensure compliance with federal IT and security frameworks (e.g. NIST FedRAMP FISMA)
Develop and maintain architecture documentation data dictionaries and technical standards
Participate in design reviews risk assessments and system modernization planning

What You Will Bring With You:

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
2 years of experience designing and supporting enterprise data solutions in federal or regulated environments
At least 2 years of supporting federal or DoD programs preferably DCSA

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

Bachelors Degree in related field
Prior experience supporting DCSA or similar national security programs
Strong experience with relational databases (e.g. Oracle PostgreSQL SQL Server Azure SQL or similar)
Knowledge of data modeling techniques ETL/ELT processes and data integration patterns
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure AWS or GCP) and modern data services
Experience supporting security governance and compliance requirements
Experience with data warehousing reporting and analytics platforms
Familiarity with DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines and infrastructureascode

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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.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

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:

$81499.00 - $138549.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Required Experience:

Staff IC

The Work: The Data Architect will design implement and govern enterprise data architectures supporting missioncritical federal systems. This role partners closely with engineers analysts and stakeholders to ensure data solutions are secure scalable compliant and analyticsready enabling informed deci...