Hybrid Lead Data, Architecture Authority

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• Job title: Lead Data, Architecture Authority
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Tech skills: AWS, Azure, Cloud, Cyber Security
• Location requirements: Hybrid, United States

About the role

• Lead Data Analyst & Architecture professional overseeing enterprise-scale data environments for federal health and defense missions. Ensuring compliance and security in data governance and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee deployment of IL4/IL5-compliant cloud lakehouse or data mesh environments
• Ensure alignment with: DoD Zero Trust Strategy, NIST SP 800-53 security controls, RMF (Risk Management Framework) processes, FedRAMP Moderate/High baselines, CMMC requirements
• Implement attribute-based access control (ABAC) and role-based access control (RBAC) integrated with DoD ICAM systems
• Establish cryptographic data integrity and provenance tracking mechanisms
• Ensure compliance with: HIPAA, DoD 5400.11-R (DoD Privacy Program), Federal Records Act (FRA), NARA retention and disposition schedules
• Lead data governance board activities and establish enterprise data standards
• Develop automated audit logging, monitoring, and traceability controls for all data access events
• Design secure ingestion pipelines integrating systems such as: MHS GENESIS, TRICARE, United States Transportation Command
• Oversee AI/ML model governance including explainability, bias assessment, and operational validation
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and security package development
• Brief senior government officials on compliance posture, risk mitigation strategies, and audit readiness

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture within DoD or federal civilian agencies
• Demonstrated experience supporting RMF accreditation and ATO processes
• Deep familiarity with NIST 800-series controls and DoD cybersecurity policies
• Experience designing secure IL4/IL5 cloud architectures (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or equivalent)
• Proven implementation of zero-trust architecture and ICAM integration
• Experience establishing enterprise data governance frameworks
• Experience supporting federal records compliance and automated retention controls
• Strong documentation and technical writing capabilities for compliance artifacts
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off