Technical Lead Architect (Remote)

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Technical Lead Architect to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Software Product Management (SPM) Portfolio Integration Office (PIO) in performing Social Security Number use analysis in VA systems. This position is fully remote.

Responsibilities

Candidates must have extensive experience and understanding of VA IT systems.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of 1,150+ VA systems to identify those systems that have yet to integrate with Master Person Index (MPI).

• Create a Systems Crosswalk Analysis Plan to map business processes to IT systems, document dependencies, and create visual representations of SSN dependencies and use cases for each VA system.

• Create a dynamic enterprise architecture diagram that details all interdependencies among VA systems – upstream and downstream.

• Develop a detailed roadmap that outlines the necessary steps for successful MPI conversion from SSN to Integration Control Number (ICN) use.

• Conduct tabletop exercises with stakeholders to validate the crosswalk analysis, refining and updating documentation to ensure thorough understanding before implementation.

• Coordinate with VA system and IAM teams to align all integration activities.

• Proactively identify and assess risks to determine mitigation strategies.

• Develop a robust process to track MPI conversions across all VA Products to include KPIs and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the integration efforts.

• Ensure compliance with CAA 2023/2024 Section 237, noting any systems that are not within VA’s jurisdiction, and ensuring necessary technical enhancements or fixes are fully identified.

• Perform retrospectives to identify lessons learned for continuous improvement actions.

• Manage technical team and their assignments to meet required deadlines.

• Contribute to weekly, monthly, and quarterly operational slides and reports to track risks, metrics, and status updates.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience.

• Comprehensive understanding of VA systems.

• Ability to perform a detailed impact analysis on all 1,150+ VA systems to identify areas where SSN usage presents a risk or inefficiency.

• Ability to create detailed architecture diagrams for current state and target state.

• Ability to create a comprehensive roadmap and drive the conversion from SSN to ICN.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Strong analytical skills for process evaluation and improvement.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Team player with strong relationship-building skills.

• Comfortable presenting to diverse audiences.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum.

• Experience using Jira to plan, track and manage work.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working with VA OIT.

Clearance Required : Ability to obtain and maintain Suitability/Public Trust clearance – Tier 4/High Risk

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers–people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can’t do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things – for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 – USD $150,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2024-4827

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time