Enterprise Data Architect #5379

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Enterprise Data Architect. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

**Qualifications:**
Other Duties/ Responsibilities Develops proof of concept applications to validate proposed solutions. Continuously reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of solutions and propose changes as needed. Contract(or) oversight. Assists with the establishment and adoption of technology architecture standards and methodologies. Writes policies. Partners with other technology teams across the legislative branch Writes RFPs. Reviews and evaluates responses to RFPs. Required Work Experience Proven experience (10+ years) in architecture, solution design, and technology strategy development. Strong understanding of various architectural domains, including technology, application, data, infrastructure, Identity and access management, and security. In-depth knowledge of emerging technologies such as cloud computing, microservices, containers, and DevOps practices. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical implementation considerations. Leadership experience and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with team members and stakeholders from across the organization. Ability to explain technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences. High level of self-discipline and ability to work independently. Strong leadership skills. High attention to detail and ability to organize, manage, and prioritize many tasks. High aptitude for continuously learning new skills. Areas of focus: Data: Responsible for designing, managing, and implementing the SAA/CIO’s data architecture to ensure that data assets are effectively stored, organized, and utilized to support the organization's goals and objectives. Application: Aligning technology with SAA/CIO strategic goals, ensuring that software applications are well-designed, efficient, secure, and capable of supporting the organization's growth and success. Technology: Aligning technology solutions with SAA/CIO business goals, ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders. Identity and access mgmt.: Responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the identity and access management solutions within an organization. IAM refers to the processes, technologies, and policies used to manage and control digital identities and their access to various resources and systems within an enterprise environment. Solution: Involves a combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills to create software solutions that align with the organization's long-term goals and provide value to both the business and its users. Security: Responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive security framework and strategy for an organization to protect its information systems, data, assets, and operations. Desired Qualifications Demonstrated experience designing and governing large-scale enterprise data environments. Strong experience with data modeling, data integration, metadata management, and data governance. Experience working across diverse enterprise platforms, including cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. Exposure to configuration, asset, or service data management (e.g., CMDB, CSDM) in complex enterprise settings is preferred. Working Conditions No exceptional physical demands. Security Clearance This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.