Solutions Architecture Director
Location
United States
Posted
63 days ago
Salary
$175K - $225K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Solutions Architecture Director
Pantheon Data
Role Description Pantheon Data is seeking a Solutions Architecture Director to lead systems engineering, technical strategy, solutioning, and enterprise architecture across a portfolio of federal programs, primarily within the Department of War (DOW). This role requires a balance of deep technical expertise, systems engineering discipline, government policy awareness, and exceptional written communication skills to develop high-quality architectures and compelling technical proposals. Responsibilities - Technical Solutions Development: - Lead and contribute to solutioning and problem-solving evolutions for internal and external stakeholders. - Apply Pantheon's Theios AI current and planned capabilities to solve customer problems and create operations efficiencies & advantages. - Support development and design of new capabilities and features for Theios AI in support of Pantheon's internal development program. - Stakeholder Engagement: - Collaborate with government leaders, program managers, engineers, and business teams. - Clearly communicate architecture decisions and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Lead cross-functional technical teams. - Proposal Development & Technical Writing: - Lead and contribute to technical proposal development (RFPs, RFIs, white papers, capabilities statements). - Author clear, compelling, and compliant technical narratives, including solution approaches, architecture diagrams, and implementation strategies. - Translate complex technical concepts into well-structured written content for evaluators and executive stakeholders. - Partner with capture and BD teams to shape winning solutions and discriminators. - Systems Engineering & Modeling: - Apply formal systems engineering methodologies (INCOSE-aligned) across system lifecycles. - Develop architecture and system models using: - ARIS (primary) - Cameo (MBSE / SysML) - DOORS (requirements management) - Familiarity with Teamcenter and Windchill for product lifecycle and systems data management. - Lead requirements decomposition, traceability, and validation efforts. - Conduct trade studies, integration planning, and technical risk assessments. - Enterprise Architecture & Technical Leadership: - Lead enterprise solution design across cloud, data, applications, and infrastructure domains. - Define architecture standards aligned to DOW AF, federal enterprise architecture guidance, and Pantheon Data best practices. - Leverage ARIS as the primary enterprise modeling tool to develop business process models, architecture views, and transformation roadmaps. - Translate mission requirements into scalable, secure, and resilient solutions. - Cloud, Data, and Modernization: - Architect AWS-based solutions (GovCloud preferred) to support modernization initiatives. - Design hybrid solutions integrating legacy systems with modern, cloud-native architectures. - Define data architecture, integration, and governance strategies. - Government Policy & Compliance: - Align solutions with federal policies and frameworks: - FedRAMP - FISMA - NIST RMF - DOW Cloud SRG - Zero Trust Architecture - Ensure compliance while enabling mission performance and innovation. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field (Master's preferred). - 12+ years in solutions architecture, enterprise architecture, or systems engineering. - Experience supporting DOW or Federal Civilian agencies. - Demonstrated expertise in written and oral communications to technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Demonstrated management experience in technical and cross-functional teams. - Strong expertise in: - Enterprise architecture frameworks (DOW AF, TOGAF) - Systems engineering lifecycle and modeling - ARIS modeling (required, primary platform) - Cloud architecture (AWS required) - Data architecture and integration - Hands-on experience with legacy system environments and modernization efforts. - Experience with Cameo, DOORS (required familiarity). - Experience with Teamcenter and Windchill (preferred). - Demonstrated success in technical writing and proposal development. - Strong understanding of federal compliance frameworks. - Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams. - Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work. - Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint. Preferred Skills and Experience - AWS Solutions Architect certification - CSEP or equivalent systems engineering certification - CDMP or data-related certifications - Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) - Prior Navy or DOW program experience - Experience working with C Suite, SES, and FOGO level stakeholders. Clearance Requirements - U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Work Location - United States - Remote - Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely. - If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site. - If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements. Compensation The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Benefits - Competitive salaries and benefits to increase employee satisfaction and productivity. - SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. - Tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position.
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