Enterprise Data Strategy SME

NikSoft Systems Corp. • ,

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Enterprise Data Strategy SME will lead the definition of data, software, and business architecture, working alongside development teams and Department of Defense (DoD) stakeholders to support digital modernization and AI adoption initiatives. The SME will define business, software, and data architectures, establish best practices, and document strategic implementations across enterprise applications. The architect will collaborate with developers to define, document, and build secure enterprise solutions based on mission needs, utilizing robust testing and documentation within an agile environment. A deep understanding of the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) mandates, Advancing Analytics (Advana) ecosystem, and federal security policies is required to ensure all deployed changes are highly secure, scalable, and resilient.

Requirements

• Proven track record in architecting data marketplaces, governance, AI/ML solutions for large-scale enterprises.
• 10+ years of experience with architecture, design, and development of enterprise solutions using modern technologies, and COTS products.
• Hands-on experience developing and maintaining compliant architecture and design documentation (including complex technical diagrams) based on MBSE and TOGAF frameworks per DoD or federal government policies.
• Hands-on experience leveraging commercially available architecture and data modeling tools to store, structure, analyze, and present solution architecture information to senior military and civilian leadership.
• Proven track record in building common data services, data meshes, and enterprise analytics platforms resulting in operational efficiencies and cost savings.
• Experience working with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Lean Startup, Scaled Agile Framework) and cross-functional teams (Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Data Scientists, Developers, Analysts).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with a track record of taking end-to-end solution ownership.
• Ability to articulate architecture, design, and configuration choices clearly to bring about consensus among technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or another related technical discipline.
• MUST BE A US CITIZEN AND BE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE GOVERNMENT'S BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CDAO priorities, joint data integration strategies, or the DoD Data Strategy is highly preferred.
• Desired Certifications: TOGAF, MBSE, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, or CDAO-related technical certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and maintenance of all architecture, data flows, and design documentation for enterprise systems.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise to multiple agile development teams to deliver CDAO capabilities that improve readiness and reduce maintenance costs.
• Facilitate technical discussions with development teams, support application modernization efforts, and present research-backed recommendations for infrastructure and system options.
• Execute analysis of alternatives (AoA) by designing and evaluating multiple research-based data and AI pilots.
• Support the Program Management Office (PMO) and executive users to address technical requests, compliance questions, and mission concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior