Data Architect

Trilogy Federal; Virginia, Arlington (MN, TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Architect to enhance IT systems for a major federal agency. This role involves designing innovative data solutions, leveraging IBM Maximo for asset management, and aligning with Agile practices. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with security standards while mentoring team members. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and innovation, offering a supportive work-life balance and robust benefits, including health plans and a 401(k) match. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that support veterans.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition and training reimbursement

Pet insurance

Monthly phone and internet stipend

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data architecture and asset management.
• Certified Maximo Deployment Professional and SAFe Agile Architect required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data architectures for VA corporate IT systems.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate data architectures with CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Data Architecture

Enterprise Asset Management

Agile Methodologies

SQL

NoSQL

Cloud Platforms

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in related field

Tools

IBM Maximo

Jira

GitHub

ServiceNow

MS Office

Job description

Trilogy Federal provides financial management, information technology (IT) consulting, program management services, and strategic consulting to federal agencies. Trilogy has an extensive history helping federal clients achieve their most ambitious business modernization and optimization goals with the ability to deliver targeted subject matter expertise and full life cycle support.

Trilogy Federal is seeking a Data Architect to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Information & Technology (OIT), Product Delivery Service (PDS), Corporate Service Line. The ideal candidate will be a skilled technical expert with deep expertise in data architecture, enterprise asset management, and Agile practices, thriving in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. This role requires a collaborative, innovative professional to join our team, designing and implementing data solutions that enhance VA corporate IT systems, including legacy applications and DevSecOps-driven initiatives.

The selected Data Architect must hold both an active Certified Maximo Deployment Professional certification and a Certified SAFe Agile Architect (SA) certification. This position will focus on architecting data frameworks, leveraging IBM Maximo for asset management, and aligning solutions with VA's Veteran-focused Integration Process (VIP) Lean-Agile framework to deliver secure, scalable, and efficient data ecosystems.

Please note this position is contingent upon award (Q2/Q3 2025), and may require occasional customer site visits in D.C.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and implement data architectures for VA corporate IT systems, ensuring seamless integration of IBM Maximo for enterprise asset management and operational efficiency.
• Develop data models, schemas, and governance frameworks that support legacy system sustainment and modern DevSecOps environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, SQL Server, Oracle Database).
• Leverage SAFe architectural principles to align data solutions with Agile Release Trains (ARTs), enabling incremental delivery and continuous improvement within the CCSS 2 program.
• Collaborate with Solution Leads, Cloud Engineers, and DevOps teams to integrate data architectures with CI/CD pipelines, ensuring data availability, integrity, and performance.
• Configure and optimize IBM Maximo deployments, tailoring data structures and workflows to meet VA-specific asset management and operational requirements.
• Ensure data solutions comply with VA security and privacy standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST 800-53, HIPAA), implementing encryption, access controls, and auditing mechanisms.
• Utilize VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow) to document data designs, track changes, and contribute to Biweekly Status Reports on data architecture progress and risks.
• Provide technical leadership during Agile ceremonies (e.g., PI planning, sprint reviews), aligning data strategies with sprint goals and the VIP Lean-Agile framework.
• Support the integration of emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) or big data analytics, into data architectures to enhance VA OIT's modernization efforts.
• Work with VA stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), to define data requirements, validate architectures, and deliver Veteran-centric solutions.
• Mentor team members on Maximo deployment, data architecture best practices, and SAFe principles, contributing to Trilogy's staff development and technical excellence initiatives.
• Assess and mitigate risks related to data integrity, availability, and security, ensuring adaptability to evolving VA priorities and technical standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
• Certified Maximo Deployment Professional and Certified SAFe Agile Architect (SA) certifications required.
• 8+ years of experience in data architecture, enterprise asset management, or a related role, with a focus on federal or VA IT environments.
• Proven expertise in designing data solutions, deploying IBM Maximo, and applying SAFe methodologies in Agile settings, with hands-on experience in SQL, NoSQL, and cloud data platforms.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to balance data innovation, security, and scalability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with VA security standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST, HIPAA) and the VIP Lean-Agile framework is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint) and VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow).
• Ability to adapt to evolving technical requirements and travel occasionally to VA sites in Washington, D.C., as needed.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's preferred
• Additional certifications such as AWS Certified Data Analytics or Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate preferred.

Benefits (including but not limited to):

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Optional FSA
• Paid parental leave
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions 100% vested from day 1
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• No cost group term life/AD&D plan, and optional supplemental coverage
• Pet insurance
• Monthly phone and internet stipend
• Tuition and training reimbursement

This range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as Trilogy Federal conducts an individual equity review for every candidate based on experience, location, education, industry experience, and comparisons to internal pay bands. In addition to salary, Trilogy offers robust benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance coverage, 401(k) match, paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a very supportive work/life balance.

Regarding remote positions, Trilogy Federal is able to offer virtual employment in the following states: Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

Trilogy Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.