SC-Cleared Data Architect - Remote Enterprise Lead

Sanderson Government & Defence; United States; Remote; USD 135,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson Government & Defence is seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Architect to support a large-scale public sector transformation programme in a data-intensive environment. Live SC clearance is essential, and the role is remote with occasional travel to London.

You will lead enterprise data architecture across multiple programmes, define and maintain data standards and target-state architectures, translate business data needs into scalable solutions, and mentor delivery teams to ensure

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience leading enterprise or data architecture engagements.
• 3+ years' experience designing complex enterprise data architectures.
• Strong background in enterprise data modelling and architecture frameworks.
• Experience defining data architecture principles, standards and governance models.
• Demonstrable experience with: Master Data Management (MDM), Data Governance, Entity Resolution, Data Integration, Data Quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise data architecture across multiple programmes and workstreams.
• Define and maintain data architecture principles, standards and target-state architectures.
• Translate complex business and data requirements into scalable architectural solutions.
• Provide strategic oversight of data architecture, ensuring consistency across initiatives.
• Drive best practice in areas including: Data architecture, Entity resolution, Master Data Management (MDM), Data governance, Data quality, Metadata management.
• Produce high-quality architecture artefacts, standards and design documentation.
• Provide architectural assurance and governance for solution designs.
• Work closely with senior business and technical stakeholders to influence strategic direction.
• Support cross-functional teams throughout delivery, ensuring architectural alignment.
• Mentor and guide technical teams, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.

Skills

Enterprise Data Architecture

Data Modelling

Data Governance

MDM

Entity Resolution

Data Integration

Data Quality

Stakeholder Management

Architecture Frameworks

Strategic Planning

Job description

Sanderson Government & Defence is seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Architect to support a large-scale public sector transformation programme in a data-intensive environment. Live SC clearance is essential, and the role is remote with occasional travel to London.

You will lead enterprise data architecture across multiple programmes, define and maintain data standards and target-state architectures, translate business data needs into scalable solutions, and mentor delivery teams to ensure