Technology Solutions Architect - Director

Guidehouse • Mclean, VA

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in technology solution design, with at least 5 years supporting NIH.
• Deep understanding of NIH programmatic and business operations technologies.
• Familiarity with NIH's legacy systems and future technology direction.
• Strong relationships with NIH technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.
• Ability to leverage NIH relationships in order to grow and develop a portfolio of business.
• 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 Washington, DC, with availability for on-site engagement with NIH stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• 15+ years of relevant professional experience (strongly preferred).
• Experience with NIH enterprise business systems.
• 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 NIH account pursuits, including RFP responses, solution architecture, and client stakeholder engagement.
• Design and articulate end-to-end technology solutions that support NIH goals, particularly in data integration and enterprise systems supporting business operations and programmatic biomedical research.
• Collaborate with NIH teams to understand data flows, integration points, and system interoperability requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison to NIH technology buyers within programmatic offices and at the enterprise level, building trust and credibility through consistent delivery and thought leadership.
• Align proposed solutions with NIH's evolving technology strategy, including legacy system modernization and adoption of data integration platforms.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to develop solution components, cost estimates, and implementation plans.
• Present solutions to internal and external executive stakeholders, including NIH leadership.
• Support workshops and working sessions with NIH stakeholders to refine requirements and validate solution approaches.
• Maintain awareness of NIH enterprise systems 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: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees