Solutions Architect - 100% Remote (REF1675E)

Company Description

Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S. government. We seek to address some of our country’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Agile application development, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, and Program Management support services – focusing on the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security and Treasury. We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate, and committed “A Players” who already align with the company’s core values: Drive, Excellence, Reputation, Responsibility, and a Better Future. No matter how large we grow, Citizant will retain its collaborative, supportive, small-company culture, where successful team effort to address external and internal customer challenges is valued above all individual contributions.

Job Description

Overview:

This role is integral to supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) in executing the ADaPTS 2.0 initiative. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in cloud architecture, system integration, and application migration, with a strong focus on driving digital transformation and improving enterprise IT services.

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Architecture and Management: Led the design, implementation, and management of cloud-based computing services, including hybrid and public cloud solutions. Ensure alignment with DHS standards and security protocols.
• Enterprise Application Design and Integration: Architect and integrate Government-Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) applications, ensuring interoperability and compliance with DHS policies and regulations (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST).
• Application and Service Migration: Oversee the migration of applications, data, and services to new platforms, including cloud environments. Develop scalable secure solutions for application delivery and system assurance.
• Business Process Reengineering: Analyze and optimize business processes to enable service-oriented architectures. Develop recommendations for process improvements and facilitate service orchestration.
• Compliance and Security: Ensure that all applications and services meet Federal security standards, including FISMA, Section 508, and other applicable legislation. Implement robust security controls and perform regular vulnerability assessments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with OCIO and other DHS stakeholders to align technical solutions with organizational objectives. Facilitate meetings and provide technical expertise to support strategic decision-making.
• Technical Documentation: Develop and maintain detailed architecture documentation, including technical requirements, design specifications, and user guides. Ensure all documentation complies with DHS policies and best practices.
• Emerging Technologies: Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML), to enhance DHS’s IT capabilities.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Solutions Architect or similar role, with a focus on cloud architecture, enterprise application development, and IT service delivery.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure), virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware), and enterprise application integration.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards, including FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST, and Section 508.
• Strong understanding of Agile and SecDevOps methodologies.
• Proven ability to design and implement complex technical solutions in large-scale environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to design innovative solutions for complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  
  

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  
  

Clearance Requirement:

• US Citizenship is required
• Active Public Trust or have the ability to obtain one.
  
  

Additional Information

Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area. Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and in return receive excellent compensation and benefits, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.