Data Architect

Description & Requirements

Maximus is searching for a Data Architect for a team in Arlington, VA.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS070, T4, Band 7

Position Overview:



* The Data Architect is responsible for providing subject matter expertise to the Chief Data Officer (CDO) Directorate and to support senior level leadership


* Provide strategic advice, counsel, and sound recommendations to support and defend policy decisions, synchronize investments, and drive sound outcomes


* Create, define, and evolve the "as-is" and "to-be" data architecture for the DoD SAP IT data services


* Develop strategies and provide a framework to determine how to grow new data assets and evaluate existing data assets


* Define and provide data architecture services and reviews, ensuring the compliance of design and meta-data standards


* Develop and recommend technical solutions for data including data ingestion, integration, transformations, and storage


* Work with subject matter experts and participate in client data standards committees

The successful candidate will:



* Support the client to ensure executability and adherence to Department of Defense guidance and policies


* Develop documents to support Program Objective Memorandum Requirements and assist with the development of annual reporting requirements to Congress


* Have strong experience with database & enterprise architecture design/development


* Investigate and implements new and improved data standards including the conversion of legacy data standards


* Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.


* Work independently and part of a cross-functional, team-based environment, engaging with diverse stakeholders and teams


* Have 8+ years experience with leading design, implementation, and management of IT data abstraction layers


* Have 8+ years experience standardizing data architecture and data management practices


* Have 8+ years experience creating and implementing data business rules/logic and data lifecycle management (cradle to grave)


* Help plan, develop, and implement data services in support of data profiling, curation including data cleansing


* Have 8+ years experience mapping customer legacy data models to target Data Models


* Have 8+ years experience developing and delivering long-term strategic goals for data architecture vision and standards in conjunction with data stewards, mission managers, and other key stakeholders


* Have 8+ years experience identifying and facilitating the implementation of effective solutions across an enterprise for addressing data related needs

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:



* Must have an active TS/SCI


* A bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field is required for this position or an additional 4 years of relevant work experi...