{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c8d35b2c8338a09c64bc9937","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c8d35b2c8338a09c64bc9937","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c8d35b2c8338a09c64bc9937","title":"Architect (Remote)","description":"Overview:\n\nGovCIO is currently hiring an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Data Modernization initiative. This role will architect, design, and implement scalable, secure, and automated provisioning solutions that accelerate onboarding into the Summit Launchpad environment. The Senior Solutions Architect will lead the creation of standardized workspaces, data access configurations, and cloud-integrated services that enable rapid and compliant data analytics development. This position is fully remote, located in the United States.\n\nResponsibilities:\nArchitect and pre-create workspaces equipped with the most commonly used tools to support accelerated customer onboarding.\nMap new users to pre-created workspace configurations through the modernized intake process, improving efficiency and consistency across the environment.\nImplement automated provisioning capabilities to grant core CDW access to authorized users, including those with appropriate NDS approvals.\nCreate and configure workspaces in PreProd (with live data) or Production environments, including service principals, workgroup personas, identity configurations, and access controls.\nDesign and set up linked services, mount points, and secure data connections within Databricks for access to the VHA Data Lake.\nCreate and maintain Databricks catalogs to support structured data access, governance, metadata management, and scalable analytics.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate provisioning workflows into automated intake and review processes.\nEnsure architectural alignment with key Data Modernization deliverables, including automated data warehouse provisioning and white-glove post-provisioning support.\nPartner with Databricks engineers, platform teams, and security engineers to ensure all workspace configurations meet VA security, compliance, and data governance standards.\nTroubleshoot architectural issues related to access, connectivity, service principals, data pipelines, or workspace setups.\nContribute to the “single front door” experience by documenting architectural patterns and platform navigation guidance for new customers.\nIdentify blockers in the intake and provisioning processes and propose scalable architectural solutions to reduce friction and accelerate onboarding.\nSupport surge requests that require creating additional data access pathways, enhancing workspace architecture, or enabling data ingestion at scale.\nQualifications:\n\nRequired Skills and Experience:\n\nBachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience in Information Technology or a related field. (or commensurate experience)\nMust have Computing Environment (CE) certification (i.e., AWS, Microsoft, Linux, etc.).\nDemonstrated experience and understanding of DOD Security, RMF, and/or NIST Policies.\nStrong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, VPN).\nProficiency in automation tools and scripting (Python, Terraform, Ansible).\nStrong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers and internal cross-functional teams.\nExperience with virtual and/or cloud-based servers and applications.\nExcellent technical documentation and reporting skills.\nEffective written and oral communication skills.\nExperience working in an Agile environment.\nConducts assessments of current and draft documents for regulatory compliance.\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience:\n\nExperience within government, healthcare, or Veterans Affairs cloud or data environments.\nCertified Azure Data Engineer, AWS Associate Solution Architect, Snowflake Sbowpro core, and TOGAF\nExperience with SQL Server, Synapse\nFamiliarity with NDS-governed data, CDW access workflows, and VA-specific onboarding processes.\nExperience designing automated provisioning or self-service platforms.\nStrong knowledge of Azure Databricks, VHA Data Lake architectures, and enterprise data governance.\nExperience with ServiceNow, Jira, SharePoint, or similar workflow and intake tools.\nCertifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, Databricks Certified Architect, or relevant cloud/data credentials.\n\nClearance Required\n\nAbility to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust\nPosted Salary Range: USD $185,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.","company":"GovCIO","rawCompany":"govcio","city":"Denver","state":"CO","isRemote":true,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-17T12:56:13.419Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Architect (Remote)","description":"Overview:\n\nGovCIO is currently hiring an experienced Senior Solutions Architect to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Data Modernization initiative. This role will architect, design, and implement scalable, secure, and automated provisioning solutions that accelerate onboarding into the Summit Launchpad environment. The Senior Solutions Architect will lead the creation of standardized workspaces, data access configurations, and cloud-integrated services that enable rapid and compliant data analytics development. This position is fully remote, located in the United States.\n\nResponsibilities:\nArchitect and pre-create workspaces equipped with the most commonly used tools to support accelerated customer onboarding.\nMap new users to pre-created workspace configurations through the modernized intake process, improving efficiency and consistency across the environment.\nImplement automated provisioning capabilities to grant core CDW access to authorized users, including those with appropriate NDS approvals.\nCreate and configure workspaces in PreProd (with live data) or Production environments, including service principals, workgroup personas, identity configurations, and access controls.\nDesign and set up linked services, mount points, and secure data connections within Databricks for access to the VHA Data Lake.\nCreate and maintain Databricks catalogs to support structured data access, governance, metadata management, and scalable analytics.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate provisioning workflows into automated intake and review processes.\nEnsure architectural alignment with key Data Modernization deliverables, including automated data warehouse provisioning and white-glove post-provisioning support.\nPartner with Databricks engineers, platform teams, and security engineers to ensure all workspace configurations meet VA security, compliance, and data governance standards.\nTroubleshoot architectural issues related to access, connectivity, service principals, data pipelines, or workspace setups.\nContribute to the “single front door” experience by documenting architectural patterns and platform navigation guidance for new customers.\nIdentify blockers in the intake and provisioning processes and propose scalable architectural solutions to reduce friction and accelerate onboarding.\nSupport surge requests that require creating additional data access pathways, enhancing workspace architecture, or enabling data ingestion at scale.\nQualifications:\n\nRequired Skills and Experience:\n\nBachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience in Information Technology or a related field. (or commensurate experience)\nMust have Computing Environment (CE) certification (i.e., AWS, Microsoft, Linux, etc.).\nDemonstrated experience and understanding of DOD Security, RMF, and/or NIST Policies.\nStrong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, VPN).\nProficiency in automation tools and scripting (Python, Terraform, Ansible).\nStrong interpersonal skills to collaborate with customers and internal cross-functional teams.\nExperience with virtual and/or cloud-based servers and applications.\nExcellent technical documentation and reporting skills.\nEffective written and oral communication skills.\nExperience working in an Agile environment.\nConducts assessments of current and draft documents for regulatory compliance.\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience:\n\nExperience within government, healthcare, or Veterans Affairs cloud or data environments.\nCertified Azure Data Engineer, AWS Associate Solution Architect, Snowflake Sbowpro core, and TOGAF\nExperience with SQL Server, Synapse\nFamiliarity with NDS-governed data, CDW access workflows, and VA-specific onboarding processes.\nExperience designing automated provisioning or self-service platforms.\nStrong knowledge of Azure Databricks, VHA Data Lake architectures, and enterprise data governance.\nExperience with ServiceNow, Jira, SharePoint, or similar workflow and intake tools.\nCertifications such as Azure Solutions Architect, Databricks Certified Architect, or relevant cloud/data credentials.\n\nClearance Required\n\nAbility to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust\nPosted Salary Range: USD $185,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.","datePosted":"2026-08-17T12:56:13.419Z","dateModified":"2026-08-17T12:56:13.419Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"GovCIO","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocationType":"TELECOMMUTE","applicantLocationRequirements":{"@type":"Country","name":"US"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Denver","addressRegion":"CO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c8d35b2c8338a09c64bc9937"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c8d35b2c8338a09c64bc9937"}}