Senior Solution Architect (AWS GovCloud & IoT Modernization) - REMOTE

Senior Solution Architect (AWS GovCloud & IoT Modernization) - REMOTE

NTT DATA is seeking a senior-level Solution Architect / Technical Lead to support our client's program. This role will guide the technical direction of a multi-year modernization initiative delivered under our client's guidance. The selected professional will work closely with all stakeholders, client counterparts, and NTT DATA leadership to architect, integrate, and modernize mission-critical systems.

Job Summary:

NTT DATA is seeking a senior-level Solution Architect / Technical Lead to support our client's program. This role will guide the technical direction of a multi-year modernization initiative delivered under our client's guidance. The selected professional will work closely with all stakeholders, client counterparts, and NTT DATA leadership to architect, integrate, and modernize mission-critical systems. The work includes inheriting and integrating the existing IoT-based radiation exposure tracking environment, establishing and governing the AWS GovCloud landing zone, ensuring compliance, and supporting the modernization of documentary tracking and inventory management systems as identified during technical scoping in during Kick-off. The program will scale to a 20+ person Agile DevSecOps team, with resources transitioned across TO2 and potential future task orders to maintain knowledge continuity.

Job Duties:

• IoT Environment Inheritance & Integration: Lead the technical strategy to inherit and integrate the existing IoT radiation exposure tracking environment. Define ingestion, data modeling, interface, and system interoperability requirements. Ensure seamless integration with new or modernized components.
• AWS GovCloud Architecture, Compliance, & Landing Zone Setup: Architect and oversee AWS GovCloud landing zone setup, certification, and compliance. Ensure client-funded hosting responsibilities are aligned with the technical solution. Define cloud security configurations, policies, and audit requirements.
• Client-Facing Technical Leadership: Serve as NTT DATA's senior technical representative in engagements with the client's procurement and technical leadership, including stakeholders. Communicate architecture decisions, risks, and solution trade-offs to both Client and teams. Provide technical leadership during proposal reviews, clarifications, and ongoing task order execution.
• System Modernization (Documentary Tracking and Inventory Management): Lead solution design for modernizing the documentary tracking and inventory management systems. Define modular architecture, integration points, workflows, and data migration strategies.
• DevSecOps Leadership & Team Oversight: Guide Agile DevSecOps engineering teams composed of front-end, back-end, API, UX, and CI/CD roles, consistent with updates to labor requirements and staffing model adjustments. Ensure engineering output adheres to architectural standards, compliance, DevSecOps automation requirements, and the program's technical roadmap.
• Task Order Continuity Across Future Work: Support planning that maintains team continuity and knowledge transfer across future task orders. Ensure technical artifacts, architecture documentation, and processes enable seamless scaling.

Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree in Engineering or a related field with 10+ years of experience in software architecture or technical leadership; OR Bachelor's degree in a related field with 15+ years of relevant experience. Minimum 5 years experience architecting solutions in AWS, including at least 2 years designing or operating in AWS GovCloud. Minimum 3 years experience leading a team of 5+ engineers on Agile delivery programs. Minimum 3 years experience implementing CI/CD and DevSecOps practices in production systems. Minimum 2 years experience integrating or developing systems involving IoT data ingestion, telemetry, or sensor-based architectures. Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and technical SMEs. Experience leading at least two cloud modernization efforts for enterprise or government clients. Ability to communicate complex technical solutions to non-technical audiences. Leadership style that fosters collaboration, trust, and technical excellence. Strategic mindset with the ability to guide long-term modernization roadmaps. Experience supporting Navy or defense-related IT modernization initiatives. Possession of at least one cloud architecture or security certification (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Associate or above, CISSP or CCSP). Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $104,558 - $242,031. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA:

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D. Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.