IT Data Architect

Job DescriptionJob Description

IT/Data Architect – PKH Enterprises is looking for an IT/Data Architect to support a client in the defense sector. This opportunity is on-site work. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document data requirements.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of data architecture documentation, including data flow diagrams.
• Support communication between business and technical teams on data-related topics, clarifying requirements and tracking progress.
• Assist in reviewing data models and integration designs for adherence to established data architecture standards.
• Support the development and maintenance of data dictionaries and metadata repositories, including researching definitions, validating data elements, and documenting business rules.
• Participate in data governance initiatives, tracking action items and supporting the implementation of data quality, security, and compliance policies.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies in data architecture, sharing relevant findings with the team.
• Provide support for the migration and configuration of data systems to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google, and Oracle).
• Assist in implementing and monitoring basic cloud security policies and access controls for data, under the guidance of security SMEs.
• Stay informed about data privacy regulations and support compliance efforts.
• Research and document emerging data technologies, tools, and industry trends (databases, AI/ML, and cloud platforms) to inform team decisions.
• Provide technical support during the BCAC process, assisting with requirements gathering, vendor selection, and solution implementation.
• Support the application of BCAC principles, IGCE development, and best practices in government IT acquisition.

Required Qualifications:

• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Master’s in Computer Science or relevant degree from an ABET accredited program
• CompTIA Security + CE, CISSP, other security certifications
• 10 years’ experience providing services to general/flag officer ranks and/or SES levels within the DOD, other government agencies, or industry corporate equivalents.
• Minimum of 5 years of IT experience on large-scale Federal programs with hands-on experience with project management office processes and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Highly proficient with the Unified Modeling (UML), the Microsoft Office Suite of applications, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Professionalism, tact, and experience working with senior DoD leadership.
• Ability to produce quality work independently or in a group setting, provide solutions to customer issues, and solve problems quickly.
• Ability to provide on-site support in the NCR, Monday through Friday.
• Certified in one or more industry cloud certification (AWS SAP, AZ-305, VCIX NV, or OCI Architect Professional).

Company DescriptionPKH Enterprises (PKH) is a small, woman-owned professional services firm dedicated to helping clients address challenging policy and technology issues. The PKH team is comprised of professionals with varied backgrounds combining legal, policy and technical expertise and offers the services and experience of business process engineers, senior subject matter experts and certified project managers. Our diverse capabilities help our clients improve performance and achieve innovative solutions to their most complex business problems. Our clients turn to us as partners and trusted advisors, and depend on our ability to anticipate, recognize and address their specific needs. PKHE has a reputation for excellence and remains dedicated to generating successful results for tasks at all levels of project execution.

To all recruitment agencies: PKH Enterprises does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. PKH Enterprises is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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