The Solution Architect will document current state architectures and develop future-state solutions for the Department of Veterans Affairs. They will build technology roadmaps, manage technical data, and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders while ensuring system interoperability.
GovCIO is seeking a Solution Architect to join the Health Technology Management Services (HTMS) team. The selected candidate will provide contracted support to the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Information and Technology. The Solution Architect will document current state architectures and develop solution architectures. The ideal candidate understands data architectures, challenges of system interoperability and understands project and program management. The environment is dynamic and demanding, with evolving client needs; flexibility and a forward-thinking mindset are essential for success.
This role is a fully remote position within the United States with core hours of operation from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM ET.
Responsibilities
Quickly develop a holistic view of the organization’s current IT architecture, business operations, in-flight technology modernization initiatives and future plans
Build a trusted advisory relationship with the client
Build/augment technology roadmaps and runways that align with higher organizational strategies and vision
Direct interface with users/stakeholders to determine needs
Manage and track technical data across products and teams for easy inquiry and in support of data calls
Support and defend the Intake process for new work and change requests
Leverage GovCIO resources across programs
Monitor/interpret technology memos/policies/directives from higher leadership and recommend approaches
Communicate and advocate for alternative viewpoints with clarity and diplomacy
Propose effective architectural solutions in multiple technical environments.
Experience architecting in complex systems of systems with system-to-system interaction, and within parameters of reusing some components in an overall solution. Solutions are highly innovative and may have critical impact
Experience with architectural care and feeding of applications that are in the maintenance phase in addition to architecting new solutions.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in: Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific /technical discipline
15 years of related experience
10 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
Expert-level knowledge and highly innovative problem-solving
Experience in a Healthcare or Healthcare Insurance environment
Ability to meet deadlines, including short-notice requests
Works well in a team environment
Detail-oriented and thorough
Excellent communicator who garners trust through transparency
Ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse teams
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience supporting or leading within the Veterans Affair Office of Information Technology, Veterans Benefits Administration, and/or Veterans Health Administration is a plus
Experience with x12 Healthcare Insurance Transaction Standards
Project Management Experience
Data and Systems Interoperability Architecture Experience
SAFe certified and/or experience in a scaled agile environment
Experience in the design of enterprise technology
Experience in developing future state architecture
Experience in researching and documenting as-is architectures
Over 5 years’ experience as a technical lead or systems or solutions architect
Jira experience
Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
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