Data Architect, Advanced

Apply Description Overview Client First Technologies currently is seeking a Data Architecture, Advanced in support of our government customer. The Data Architect (CSWF – Advanced) reviews and analyzes the organization's data infrastructure, designs data solutions, and leads database performance monitoring and optimization for the government customer. This is a hybrid remote work opportunity; the onsite location is Patuxent River, MD. CFT offers a full benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. This position is contingent upon contract award. Requirements Review and analyze the enterprise data infrastructure; plan future database architectures and implement solutions to store and manage data across the WARS platform and related systems Provide data architecture, strategy development, metadata management, and data governance support Prepare logical and physical database models including security policies and index strategies Provide data schema development, documentation, and data model development and integration support Assess, design, deploy, and sustain data architecture/framework aligned with government cloud and on-premise environments Perform continuous evaluation and architectural planning to integrate business systems and provide analytical data sets and reporting solutions Provide data engineering, security, and privacy support; ensure compliance with RMF requirements Qualifications All qualifications are required unless specifically marked as preferred. Meets the DCWF Work Role 422 (Data Management) Advanced qualification via one of: (a) Education qualification, (b) Training qualification, or (c) Certification qualification as defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (https://public.cyber.mil/wid/dcwf/) At least seven (7) years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description, or meets the military equivalent OJT requirement Must achieve CSWF qualification no later than thirty (30) days after performance start date Physical Demands Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time Occasional travel and overtime may be required Required Clearances and Screenings This position is subject to a government background investigation and requires an active SECRET security clearance. Candidates with a current DoD Tier 3/NACLC or equivalent background investigation (e.g., Active Secret) are preferred.