Blue Sky Innovators

Blue Sky Innovators

Data Architect, Secret Clearance

Arlington, VA · Exec

No sponsorship$150k-$250kDetected 23 days ago
TypeScriptSQLNoSQLAWSAzureCloud PlatformsKafkaMachine LearningSparkData EngineeringCybersecurityResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

  • As a Data Architect, you will be a key strategic resource, shaping the agency's approach to cybersecurity across its most advanced and sensitive technology portfolios.
  • This role ensures that data systems are secure, scalable, interoperable, and aligned with national security objectives.
  • Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement enterprise-level data architecture frameworks across defense systems and platforms
  • Develop data models, standards, and governance policies to ensure consistency, quality, and integrity
  • Integrate data from multiple classified and unclassified sources to support operational readiness and analysis
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with security protocols and data protection regulations
  • Support advanced analytics, AI/ML initiatives, and real-time data processing for research and strategic applications
  • Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing for high-performance environments
  • Lead data architecture reviews and provide technical guidance to engineering and analytics teams

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise systems design
  • Experience working in defense, intelligence, or other high-security environments
  • Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL/NoSQL), data warehousing, and distributed data platforms
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, etc.)
  • Knowledge of data governance, data modeling, and architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, DoDAF)
  • Active security clearance (e.g., Secret or Top Secret) or ability to obtain one

Nice to have

  • Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka)
  • Background in AI/ML data pipelines and analytics infrastructure
  • Familiarity with geospatial, signals, or intelligence data systems
  • Certifications in cloud architecture or data management (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, DAMA-CDMP)
  • Experience with high performance computing (HPC)
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to operate in high-pressure, mission-critical environments

Skills

  • Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge.

Compensation

  • Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year.

Benefits

  • We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Equal opportunity

  • this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
  • Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • To request an accommodation, please email us at careers@blueskyinnovators.com and provide your name and contact information.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Active security clearance (e
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