ServiceNow Senior Architect

OCT Consulting LLC; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K plan with employer contributions

Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays

Training Benefits

Short/Long-Term disability

Training Benefits

Job summary

A management consulting firm is seeking a ServiceNow expert to design and oversee custom applications focused on federal workflows. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of ServiceNow experience and holds relevant certifications. Responsibilities include technical mentorship and solution governance. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work schedule in McLean, VA.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• 5-7 years of ServiceNow platform experience with at least one full lifecycle implementation.
• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator or Certified Application Developer.
• ServiceNow CSA or CAD certification
• CIS in one or more domains
• Exposure to AI/ML features in ServiceNow (predictive intelligence, virtual agents)
• Experience with Integration Hub and Flow Designer for automation
• Strong hands-on knowledge of ServiceNow configuration, workflows, scripting (JavaScript/Glide), and integrations
• Solid ITIL understanding and mapping to ServiceNow
• Experience designing enterprise-scale ServiceNow solutions and integrations
• Knowledge of data models, security (roles, ACLs), and performance optimization
• Exposure to Agile/DevOps practices (ServiceNow CICD, update sets, automated testing)
• Ability to establish platform governance and scalability practices
• Deep integration experience (REST, SOAP, SSO, LDAP, API gateways)
• Knowledge of FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST, or federal compliance
• Active Public Trust or Security Clearance eligibility

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for ServiceNow solutions.
• Design, develop, and oversee custom applications and workflows.
• Mentor developers and oversee ServiceNow implementations.
• Define and enforce platform governance, standards, and best practices for customization, integration, and data security
• Ensure custom solutions are upgradeable and sustainable
• Collaborate with SMEs, business analysts, and developers to translate business rules into designs
• Integrate ServiceNow with external client systems
• Mentor developers and administrators in OCT's custom development capabilities
• Oversee OCT's ServiceNow implementations

Skills

ServiceNow platform experience

JavaScript/Glide scripting

Integration with external systems

ITIL processes knowledge

Agile/DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Flow Designer

CICD

Job description

Overview

OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for ServiceNow solutions focusing on federal business workflows
• Design, develop, and oversee custom applications and workflows spanning multiple modules
• Participate in strategic and technical discussions with clients and partners
• Define and enforce platform governance, standards, and best practices for customization, integration, and data security
• Ensure that custom solutions remain upgradeable and sustainable
• Collaborate with functional SMEs, business analysts, and developers to translate complex business rules into platform designs
• Integrate ServiceNow with external client systems
• Mentor developers and administrators to strengthen the OCT\'s custom development capabilities
• Oversee OCT\'s ServiceNow implementations

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor\'s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5-7 years of ServiceNow platform experience with at least one full lifecycle implementation
• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) or Certified Application Developer (CAD)
• Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) in one or more domains
• Exposure to AI/ML features within ServiceNow (predictive intelligence, virtual agents, etc.)
• Experience leveraging Integration Hub and Flow Designer for automation
• Strong hands-on knowledge of ServiceNow configuration, workflows, scripting (JavaScript/Glide), and integrations
• Demonstrated ability to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Solid understanding of ITIL processes and how they map to ServiceNow
• Experience designing enterprise-scale ServiceNow solutions, including integrations with external systems
• Strong knowledge of data models, security (roles, ACLs), and platform performance optimization
• Exposure to Agile/DevOps practices (e.g., ServiceNow CICD, update sets, automated testing)
• Ability to establish platform governance frameworks, including design standards, technical debt management, and scalability practices
• Deep integration experience (REST, SOAP, SSO, LDAP, API gateways, cloud platforms)
• Knowledge of FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST, or other federal compliance frameworks
• Active Public Trust or Security Clearance eligibility

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of ServiceNow experience, including multi-department or multi-instance architecture
• ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) (or actively pursuing)
• Proven track record leading large-scale ServiceNow transformations for enterprise clients
• Recognized thought leader internally: develops best practices, roadmaps, and strategic platform direction
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills — able to influence executives and guide long-term platform adoption
• Experience mentoring junior ServiceNow admins/developers
• Existing Secret or Top-Secret clearance
• This role is in the DC area with a hybrid work schedule in McLean, VA

Benefits

• OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits which includes:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee\'s gross salary
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary Range: OCT offers a competitive salary, benefits, and incentives commensurate with experience.

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a minority-owned, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.

At OCT, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all individuals, recognizing that merit and qualifications are the foundation of our hiring, promotion, and development practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. Our practices ensure fair treatment and equal access to opportunities for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, abilities, or other personal characteristics. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone\'s contributions are valued and recognized.