NikSoft Systems Corporation

Enterprise Data Strategy SME

NikSoft Systems Corporation  •  Remote  •  14 days ago
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Job Description

Job Location: Washington, DC (100% Remote)

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.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Familiarity with CDAO priorities, joint data integration strategies, or the DoD Data Strategy is highly preferred.

Typical Duties/Abilities

  • 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.

Soft Skills

  • 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.

Education/Certifications

  • BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or another related technical discipline.
  • Desired Certifications TOGAF, MBSE, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, or CDAO-related technical certifications.

MUST BE A US CITIZEN AND BE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE GOVERNMENT'S BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

NikSoft Systems Corporation

About NikSoft Systems Corporation

Founded in 1998 with the vision of providing innovative IT solutions to the Federal Government, NikSoft delivers real value to customers, and help the government accomplish its mission. Our employees are dedicated career professionals who share in NikSoft’s vision through their continuing commitment to customers’ success. We have successfully delivered full system lifecycle implementations.

Thanks to our customers, NikSoft has earned a 96% customer satisfaction rating in Dun & Bradstreet’s Open Ratings. As a recognized IT solutions provider, we have mature processes in place as evidenced by our CMMI Maturity Level 3 Appraisal, ISO 9001, ISO/IEC/27001, and ISO/IEC 20000 Certifications.

NikSoft employees share the following Core Values:

Customer success is our success. We listen and work with our customers to ensure every process, product, solution, and service furthers the customers'​ mission and goals.

People are our strength. We do the right things to keep our employees motivated and maintain a culture based on mutual trust, openness, and respect.

Honesty and Integrity are embedded in everything we do. We comply with all government rules and regulations, have the courage to make the tough decisions, and always do what we say we will do: our word is our bond.

Responsiveness and Agility are core to our success. We collaborate quickly and achieve goals on time and under budget for our customers.

We are easy to do Business with. We are open and transparent with our customers, teaming partners, and employees.

Quality remains a focus on every aspect of our business. We strive to continuously improve our services and processes to deliver the best solutions.

Passion is felt with every challenge accepted. We dedicate ourselves every day to our customers with full passion and a positive attitude.

By keeping these core values in mind and practicing excellence in our daily work, NikSoft will continue to succeed.

For more information please visit http://www.niksoft.com.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Reston, VA
Year Founded
1998
Website
niksoft.com
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