Chief Architect

9th Way Insignia

3d • $98,153 - $110,000

About The Position

9th Way Insignia is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business bringing transformative technology to our government customers so they can achieve their missions. Our specialties include cybersecurity, cloud modernization, software development, data analytics, enterprise architecture, enterprise IT, analytics, process automation, and artificial intelligence. Learn more about 9th Way Insignia at https://9thwayinsignia.com/. Application password: Niner Professional Level Information: The Chief Architect aligns as an E3 at 9th Way Insignia. This role provides strategic technical leadership for the modernization, integration, and sustainment of the VA Enrollment System (ES) and related eligibility platforms (EDB, IVM, VistA REE). The Chief Architect drives enterprise architecture decisions, integration strategies, and ensures alignment with VA directives and modernization goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in enterprise architecture, system integration, and modernization (VA or federal experience preferred).
• Proven expertise in designing and integrating large-scale, mission-critical systems.
• Deep knowledge of microservices, API management, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, VAEC), and data migration strategies.
• Experience with federal security, privacy, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong background in DevSecOps, CI/CD, and automation.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor teams and drive consensus across diverse technical groups.
• Availability for after-hours escalation and critical incident support.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural vision and roadmap for ES modernization and integration of legacy systems (EDB, IVM, VistA REE) into a unified platform.
• Design scalable, secure, and interoperable solutions supporting high-volume eligibility and enrollment transactions.
• Oversee integration of microservices, APIs, and data pipelines across VA enterprise systems and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with VA technical standards, FedRAMP, FISMA, IRS 1075, HIPAA, and other federal requirements.
• Guide DevSecOps adoption, CI/CD automation, and cloud-native deployments within VAEC.
• Direct data migration, schema modernization, and system consolidation efforts.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to ensure architectural consistency and delivery quality.
• Evaluate and select technology stacks, integration frameworks, and middleware solutions.
• Provide technical oversight for incident response, root cause analysis, and system resilience.
• Mentor engineering teams, review design documents, and approve technical deliverables.
• Support transition planning, knowledge transfer, and post-go-live stabilization.
• Report architectural risks, opportunities, and progress to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Eligible employees will have access to our comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance, 401(k), Basic Life A&D, STD, LTD, PTO, Telehealth, paid holidays, FSA, HSA.
• Additional resources include our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Traveling Assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees