Chief Architect

NTT DATA, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is looking for a Chief Architect to join our team in Washington, DC. This role involves leading business architecture, systems operations, and cloud transformation while managing team performance and training.

The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience, with a strong background in federal networks and applications. ITIL V4 Certification and significant cloud experience are essential for this role.

We strive to create an inclusive workplace and welcome all qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as Chief Architect on federal agency projects.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud transformation.
• Experience managing budgets and delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Business Architecture and Architectural Governance.
• Facilitate the development and operations of systems and networks.
• Train and motivate team members on new technologies and methodologies.
• Develop architectural metrics and reports for management.

Skills

Cloud-ready application development

Architecture consultancy

Budget and schedule management

Team training in latest technologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

ITIL V4 Certification

Tools

Cloud Architect Certifications

Job description

We are currently seeking a Chief Architect to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia (US-DC), United States (US).

Job Duties

• Assist, as requested, in the development and implementation of the client's Business Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provides Architecture Consultancy.
• Assist in the identification of architectural tools and processes.
• Understands the client's operational environment, client requirements and expectations of program operations.
• Facilitates development and operations of systems, networks, and applications.
• Leads development of solutions across all aspects of services environment including Data Centers to deliver enhanced user experience.
• Interacts with specialists and utilizes their contributions to ensure secure application deployment and network operations.
• Trains and motivates team members in latest technologies, methodologies, and approaches.
• Drives innovation and improving performance of the applications and networks.
• Aligns with the client's strategic organizational business plans, cultivates relationships with business stakeholders, trusted advisor who assists in the development and maintenance of current and future state business architecture.
• Incorporates innovations that enhance performance and responsiveness across all operations. Strong verbal and written communications required.
• Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business, and IT Management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years' experience functioning as a Chief Architect on major federal agency mission critical network and application development efforts.
• Minimum 5 years' experience architecting the transformation from traditional On Prem, Cloud/Cloud Hybrid.
• ITIL V4 Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to manage budgets, timeframes, and delivery schedules as required by client.
• Skilled in leading development of cloud ready/cloud native applications using leading technologies and methodologies.
• Possess Cloud Architect Certifications.
• Preferred Certification(s): at least 2 high level technology certification (examples include MCSE, LPIC-3, CCNP, or equivalents).

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