Data Architect

CACI International Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a Data Architect to lead enterprise-scale data and infrastructure initiatives for the GMOS program supporting the Department of State. You will guide a high-performing team, design governance models, and ensure architectures meet DoS and federal standards.

The role emphasizes capacity planning, analytics-driven decision making, and the integration of cloud and on‑premise solutions.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree and 13+ years related experience.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience designing, architecting, and governing enterprise-scale data, infrastructure, and/or technology solutions.
• Developing data architectures, models, integration strategies, and analytics to enable enterprise reporting and decision-making.
• Experience with analytics, automation, AI/ML, or predictive modeling to improve performance.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, data governance, interoperability, system integration, and standardization across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Experience with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, tools, and processes including capacity, performance, configuration, and service portfolio management.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into scalable architectures, standards, roadmaps, and implementation strategies.
• Experience conducting architectural assessments, evaluations, impact analyses, and risk assessments for modernization and migrations.
• Proven SME-level technical leadership and collaboration with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leads identification and evaluation of operational improvements, AI/ML opportunities, and emerging technologies to enhance mission effectiveness and security.
• Establishes and governs the Capacity Management Plan (CMP) with forecasting and planning.
• Defines capacity utilization metrics to support expansion planning and budgeting using analytics and ML.
• Directs infrastructure architecture development aligned with DoS and Federal standards.
• Establishes IT infrastructure standards and drives standardization across the organization.
• Governs long-range system planning and opportunities to consolidate devices and services.
• Architects integrated dashboards with near-real-time visibility and accessible interfaces meeting Section 508.
• Defines capacity management frameworks and monitors resource usage across systems.
• Leads service portfolio transformation by integrating cloud-based services with analytics and automated workflows.
• Directs cross-functional collaboration with architecture review boards ensuring security and compliance.
• Provides technical/management leadership, goals, and staffing plans.

Skills

Secret clearance

Data architecture

Enterprise architecture

Data governance

ITSM knowledge

Cloud/hybrid architectures

Stakeholder collaboration

Risk assessment

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Job Title: Data Architect

Job Category: Science

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Data Architect for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence. The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance.

This role is contingent upon award

Responsibilities

• Leads the proactive identification, evaluation, recommendation, and support of Government-approved operational improvements, AI/ML automation opportunities, and emerging technologies that enhance mission effectiveness, customer experience, cybersecurity, service quality, operational resilience, scalability, and cost efficiency across the GMOS enterprise
• Establishes and governs the Capacity Management Plan (CMP) detailing current performance and utilization, forecasting future requirements, identifying capacity issues, and outlining strategic plans to enhance performance and meet business needs
• Defines capacity utilization metrics to support infrastructure expansion planning and budgeting, utilizing advanced analytics and ML to predict resource needs and prevent performance degradation across all IT infrastructure, applications, and environments
• Directs infrastructure architecture development ensuring alignment with DoS and Federal standards, translating architectural directions into support requirements including detailed impact assessments, risk analysis of proposed migrations, and supportability evaluations
• Establishes and governs IT infrastructure standards aligned with DoS, Federal, and industry best practices, directing the research, design, and recommendation of processes and technical solutions to achieve standardization across the organization
• Governs long-range system planning by evaluating and recommending tools and processes that enhance stability and functionality, comparing requirements against current and planned infrastructure architecture, and identifying opportunities to consolidate devices and services
• Architects integrated dashboard solutions that deliver high-level, near-real-time visibility into enterprise environment health with the ability to analyze trends and metrics, ensuring mobile-friendly responsive interfaces compliant with Section 508 accessibility requirements
• Defines capacity management frameworks establishing thresholds for all systems, continuously monitoring IT resource usage, and capturing trending information to forecast current and future capacity requirements integrated into monitoring systems
• Leads service portfolio and catalog transformation by identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing service opportunities that deliver measurable business value, integrating cloud-based services and emerging technologies with automated workflows and analytics
• Directs cross-functional collaboration with DT/EA/CST through architecture review boards, ensuring all architecture development activities address security, privacy, and compliance requirements and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in infrastructure architecture
• Provides technical/management leadership on major assignments, establishes goals and plans that meet project objectives, and directs activities with overall responsibility for financial management, methods, and staffing

Qualifications

Required –

• BA/BS degree and 13+ years of related experience; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements
• Active Secret clearance
• Extensive experience designing, architecting, and governing enterprise-scale data, infrastructure, and/or technology solutions within complex IT environments
• Demonstrated experience developing data architectures, models, integration strategies, and analytics solutions that enable enterprise reporting, performance monitoring, capacity planning, and informed decision-making
• Experience leveraging advanced analytics, automation, AI/ML, or predictive modeling capabilities to identify trends, forecast requirements, and improve operational performance
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, data governance, interoperability, system integration, and technology standardization across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments
• Experience with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, tools, and service management processes, including capacity, performance, configuration, and service portfolio management
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex business and mission requirements into scalable technical architectures, standards, roadmaps, and implementation strategies
• Experience conducting architectural assessments, technology evaluations, impact analyses, and technical risk assessments for enterprise modernization and migration initiatives
• Proven ability to provide SME-level technical leadership, influence architecture and technology decisions, and collaborate with senior technical, cybersecurity, program, and Government stakeholders

Desired –

• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$131,800 - $290,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.