Technology Solutions Architect - Director

Guidehouse • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The CDC Account Technology Solutions Architect will serve as the senior technical leader supporting our CDC-focused programs and pursuits. This role is critical in shaping and delivering technology strategies that align with CDC’s mission, particularly in the areas of public health surveillance, health data exchange and integration, and enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with CDC programmatic technologies and data, strong relationships with CDC technology stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering trusted, impactful solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in technology solution design, with at least 5 years supporting CDC.
• Deep understanding of CDC programmatic technologies, including surveillance systems and public health data standards.
• Demonstrated experience with CDC data flows between federal and state/local public health entities.
• Familiarity with CDC’s legacy systems and future technology direction, including platforms like Palantir.
• Strong relationships with CDC program-level technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.
• Proven ability to lead technical solutioning in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk mitigation capabilities.
• Experience working with geographically distributed teams.
• Based in or near Atlanta, GA, with availability for on-site engagement with CDC stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• 15+ years of relevant professional experience (strongly preferred).
• Experience with enterprise business systems within CDC’s OCIO
• Prior experience in technology consulting role.
• Familiarity with federal health IT standards and compliance requirements.
• Technology certifications in architecture or public health IT platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical solutioning for CDC account pursuits, including RFP responses, solution architecture, and client stakeholder engagement.
• Design and articulate end-to-end technology solutions that support CDC programmatic goals, particularly in surveillance systems and public health data exchange.
• Collaborate with CDC program teams and state/local public health organizations to understand data flows, integration points, and system interoperability requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison to CDC technology buyers within programmatic offices and at the enterprise level, building trust and credibility through consistent delivery and thought leadership.
• Align proposed solutions with CDC’s evolving technology strategy, including legacy system modernization and adoption of platforms such as Palantir.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to develop solution components, cost estimates, and implementation plans.
• Present solutions to internal and external executive stakeholders, including CDC leadership.
• Support workshops and working sessions with CDC stakeholders to refine requirements and validate solution approaches.
• Maintain awareness of CDC enterprise systems, including those within the OCIO organization, and leverage this knowledge to inform solution design.
• Stand up delivery teams post-award, ensuring continuity and clarity of vision.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees