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Requisition #: 476
Job Title: Solutions Architect
Location: Remote
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Public Trust
Required Certification(s):
· Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in one or more of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or similar discipline.
SUMMARY
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) is responsible for enabling the creation and sharing of business information in support of the HUD mission. The HUD OCIO manages the HUD portfolio of information and information technologies (IT) to ensure HUD’s IT investments generate business value while mitigating risks.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Develop models of IT systems, technology architectures, business architectures, and business processes using Unified Modeling Language (UML), Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN), or other formal modeling languages.
· Help design and implement a model repository using preferred HUD EA tools (Sparx Enterprise Architect and Prolaborate).
· Develop and recommend templates, guidelines, and processes to help the customer perform solutions architecture activities, including leading technical design reviews, documenting technical information, and technical analysis of HUD IT projects.
· Research and recommend EA artifact standards HUD should use to document current and target state architectures.
· Design and recommend Software Development Lifecycle processes and policies.
· As needed, convert business requirements into solution architectures that integrate with the existing HUD enterprise IT environment.
· Evaluate proposed HUD solution architectures to maximize use and value of HUD's existing technology capabilities.
· Identify and recommend key performance indicators/evaluation criteria for technology pilots, proofs of concept, and modernization projects.
· Apply Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework (FEAF) concepts and taxonomies to EA tasks and functions.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
· The Solutions Architect may be required to lead projects, tasks and possibly staff however they will not be expected to manage teams, departments or divisions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
· Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in one or more of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or similar discipline.
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
· Minimum of five (5) years of experience working as a solutions architect, enterprise architect, enterprise application software developer, or similar role.
· Knowledgeable about each step in the software development life cycle and the solution delivery process.
· Knowledgeable about federal cybersecurity and IT management guidelines, frameworks, and mandates.
· Experience in the federal workspace, specifically working with the enhancement and migration of large, complex legacy systems or the development of new applications in modern cloud environments.
· Experience with modeling and diagramming tools (Sparx EA, Microsoft Visio, or similar).
· Experience leading ad-hoc teams through problem solving and collaborative design activities.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
· Active listener with strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
· Comfortable interacting with a wide variety of government and contract stakeholders.
· Skilled at organizing tasks into plans others can follow.
· Skilled at analyzing problems then offering solutions and decision-quality information.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
· General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are not hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.
Strength Demands
· Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Physical Requirements
· Stand or Sit; Walk
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 
