Lead Solutions Architecture (Government)
About The Position
The Lead Solutions Architect serves as contractual authority across Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) initiatives, translating customer requirements and contractual obligations into scalable, deployable solutions. The role leads contractual compliance requirements and deliverables throughout the contract lifecycle and partners with customers, sales, engineering, operations, and legal to ensure solutions are technically sound, operationally feasible, and aligned with delivery commitments. The position provides contracts leadership, supports modifications, addresses customer concerns and pain points, corrective action plans, audits, and performance ratings, and develops and presents solution proposals to program and executive audiences to support successful delivery, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance. This position provides critical contract and program support for a large Civilian agency, including EIS and standalone contracts. Work encompasses contract administration, modifications, compliance, deliverables, and coordination with internal organizations and agency stakeholders. The role requires familiarity with Federal contracting and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The position is located in Chantilly, Virginia and requires office presence at least two days per week; relocation is not offered.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of contracting experience in the Federal segment.
- Broad and in-depth knowledge of Federal procurement and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
- GSA Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) is desired.
- Ability to creatively resolve complex contractual issues.
- Ability to lead significant projects with strategic autonomy and influence executive decisions.
- Ability to mentor less experienced staff, implement long-term organizational plans, and collaborate with senior leadership.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting complex telecommunications, technology, or Federal acquisition programs.
- Certification is required in some areas.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and revise contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policies and customer specifications while safeguarding the company’s contractual posture.
- Negotiate customer contracts and modifications, including follow-on quotations and revisions, to achieve mutually beneficial terms, conditions, and specifications.
- Resolve contract-related issues and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in preparing and reviewing bid packages, including work specifications, schedule commitments, cost objectives, and contract terms.
- Support execution of contract requirements, including preparing statements of work and authorizations for work and completing contracted tasks while maintaining detailed contract records.
- Lead contract lifecycle activities, ensure contract compliance, support modifications, lead discussions, and respond to customer concerns, pain points, corrective action plans, audits, and performance ratings.
- Develop and present solution proposals to program and executive audiences.
- Coordinate with internal organizations and agency stakeholders to support contractual and program requirements.
- Lead significant projects with strategic autonomy and influence executive decisions.
- Mentor less experienced staff and implement long-term plans impacting the organization.
- Collaborate frequently with senior leadership.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid time off and holidays, including at least 23 vacation days each year and 9 company-designated holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid caregiver leave
- Additional sick leave may be available beyond what state and local law require
- Adoption reimbursement
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Life and accidental death insurance
- Supplemental critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and group legal benefit programs
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet and fiber where available, and AT&T phone
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
