Solutions Architect

Job Family :

Program Management (Digital)

Travel Required : Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

Ability to Obtain Secret

Defense, Diplomacy, and Intelligence (DDI) Technology Solution Architect

The DDI Technology Solutions Architect will serve as the senior technical leader supporting our strategic DDI-focused technology programs and pursuits. This role is critical in shaping and delivering technology solutions that align with DDI missions across capability areas including Cloud & Application Development, AI and Data, Low Code / No Code Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Technology Consulting. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with DDI programmatic technologies and data, strong relationships with DDI technology stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering trusted, impactful solutions at scale in high-consequence environments.

What You Will Do :

Lead the technical solutioning for DDI account pursuits, including RFP responses, solution architecture, and client stakeholder engagement.

Design and articulate end-to-end technology solutions that support DDI programmatic goals across capability areas including Cloud & Application Development, AI and Data, Low Code / No Code Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Technology Consulting.

Collaborate with DDI program teams and organizations to understand data flows, integration points, and system interoperability requirements.

Serve as the primary technical liaison to DDI technology buyers within programmatic offices and at the enterprise level, building trust and credibility through consistent delivery and thought leadership.

Align proposed solutions with DDI's evolving technology strategies, including legacy system modernization and adoption of platforms such as AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Appian, Palantir, and Databricks.

Coordinate cross-functional teams to develop solution components, cost estimates, and implementation plans.

Present solutions to internal and external executive stakeholders, including DDI leadership.

Support workshops and working sessions with DDI stakeholders to refine requirements and validate solution approaches.

Maintain awareness of DDI enterprise systems, including those within various DDI OCIO organizations, and leverage this knowledge to inform solution design.

Stand up delivery teams post-award, ensuring continuity and clarity of vision.

What You Will Need : Bachelor's degree .

FIFTEEN (15) years of experience in technology solution design, with at least TEN (10) years supporting DDI.

Deep understanding of DDI programmatic technologies, including Cloud & Application Development, AI and Data, Low Code / No Code Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Technology Consulting.

Demonstrated experience with data flows within and between federal DDI components and associated trading partners.

Familiarity with DDI's legacy systems and future technology direction, including platforms such as AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Appian, Palantir, and Databricks.

Strong relationships with DDI program-level technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.

Proven ability to lead technical solutioning in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk mitigation capabilities.

Experience working with geographically distributed teams.

Based in or near Washington, DC, with availability for on-site engagement with DDI stakeholders.

Must be US Citizen and able to obtain clearance.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

Experience with enterprise business systems within various DDI OCIO organizations.

Prior experience in technology consulting role.

Familiarity with DDI IT standards and compliance requirements.

Technology certifications in architecture, agile-at-scale, and platforms such as AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Appian, Palantir, and / or Databricks.

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include :

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental / Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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