
Lead Data, Architecture Authority
imagineeer
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Alabama • Alaska • United States
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About the role
- Architect and oversee deployment of IL4/IL5-compliant cloud lakehouse or data mesh environments
- Ensure alignment with: DoD Zero Trust Strategy, NIST SP 800-53 security controls, RMF (Risk Management Framework) processes, FedRAMP Moderate/High baselines, CMMC requirements
- Implement attribute-based access control (ABAC) and role-based access control (RBAC) integrated with DoD ICAM systems
- Establish cryptographic data integrity and provenance tracking mechanisms
- Ensure compliance with: HIPAA, DoD 5400.11-R (DoD Privacy Program), Federal Records Act (FRA), NARA retention and disposition schedules
- Lead data governance board activities and establish enterprise data standards
- Develop automated audit logging, monitoring, and traceability controls for all data access events
- Design secure ingestion pipelines integrating systems such as: MHS GENESIS, TRICARE, United States Transportation Command
- Oversee AI/ML model governance including explainability, bias assessment, and operational validation
- Support Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and security package development
- Brief senior government officials on compliance posture, risk mitigation strategies, and audit readiness
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture within DoD or federal civilian agencies
- Demonstrated experience supporting RMF accreditation and ATO processes
- Deep familiarity with NIST 800-series controls and DoD cybersecurity policies
- Experience designing secure IL4/IL5 cloud architectures (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or equivalent)
- Proven implementation of zero-trust architecture and ICAM integration
- Experience establishing enterprise data governance frameworks
- Experience supporting federal records compliance and automated retention controls
- Strong documentation and technical writing capabilities for compliance artifacts
- Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
cloud architecturedata governanceautomated audit loggingattribute-based access controlrole-based access controlcryptographic data integritydata meshAI/ML model governancezero-trust architecturecompliance documentation
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationtechnical writingrisk mitigationorganizational skills
Certifications
Public Trust Clearance