Solutions Architecture Director

Role Description

Pantheon Data is seeking a Solutions Architecture Director to lead systems engineering, technical strategy, solutioning, and enterprise architecture across a portfolio of federal programs, primarily within the Department of War (DOW). This role requires a balance of deep technical expertise, systems engineering discipline, government policy awareness, and exceptional written communication skills to develop high-quality architectures and compelling technical proposals.

Responsibilities

• Technical Solutions Development:
  • Lead and contribute to solutioning and problem-solving evolutions for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Apply Pantheon's Theios AI current and planned capabilities to solve customer problems and create operations efficiencies & advantages.
  • Support development and design of new capabilities and features for Theios AI in support of Pantheon's internal development program.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with government leaders, program managers, engineers, and business teams.
  • Clearly communicate architecture decisions and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Lead cross-functional technical teams.
• Proposal Development & Technical Writing:
  • Lead and contribute to technical proposal development (RFPs, RFIs, white papers, capabilities statements).
  • Author clear, compelling, and compliant technical narratives, including solution approaches, architecture diagrams, and implementation strategies.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into well-structured written content for evaluators and executive stakeholders.
  • Partner with capture and BD teams to shape winning solutions and discriminators.
• Systems Engineering & Modeling:
  • Apply formal systems engineering methodologies (INCOSE-aligned) across system lifecycles.
  • Develop architecture and system models using:
    • ARIS (primary)
    • Cameo (MBSE / SysML)
    • DOORS (requirements management)
  • Familiarity with Teamcenter and Windchill for product lifecycle and systems data management.
  • Lead requirements decomposition, traceability, and validation efforts.
  • Conduct trade studies, integration planning, and technical risk assessments.
• Enterprise Architecture & Technical Leadership:
  • Lead enterprise solution design across cloud, data, applications, and infrastructure domains.
  • Define architecture standards aligned to DOW AF, federal enterprise architecture guidance, and Pantheon Data best practices.
  • Leverage ARIS as the primary enterprise modeling tool to develop business process models, architecture views, and transformation roadmaps.
  • Translate mission requirements into scalable, secure, and resilient solutions.
• Cloud, Data, and Modernization:
  • Architect AWS-based solutions (GovCloud preferred) to support modernization initiatives.
  • Design hybrid solutions integrating legacy systems with modern, cloud-native architectures.
  • Define data architecture, integration, and governance strategies.
• Government Policy & Compliance:
  • Align solutions with federal policies and frameworks:
    • FedRAMP
    • FISMA
    • NIST RMF
    • DOW Cloud SRG
    • Zero Trust Architecture
  • Ensure compliance while enabling mission performance and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 12+ years in solutions architecture, enterprise architecture, or systems engineering.
• Experience supporting DOW or Federal Civilian agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in written and oral communications to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated management experience in technical and cross-functional teams.
• Strong expertise in:
  • Enterprise architecture frameworks (DOW AF, TOGAF)
  • Systems engineering lifecycle and modeling
  • ARIS modeling (required, primary platform)
  • Cloud architecture (AWS required)
  • Data architecture and integration
  • Hands-on experience with legacy system environments and modernization efforts.
  • Experience with Cameo, DOORS (required familiarity).
  • Experience with Teamcenter and Windchill (preferred).
  • Demonstrated success in technical writing and proposal development.
  • Strong understanding of federal compliance frameworks.
  • Ability to work effectively remotely in cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite software including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• AWS Solutions Architect certification
• CSEP or equivalent systems engineering certification
• CDMP or data-related certifications
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Prior Navy or DOW program experience
• Experience working with C Suite, SES, and FOGO level stakeholders.

Clearance Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Work Location

• United States - Remote
• Our company prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
• If the position is remote or hybrid, you may periodically work from a Pantheon Data office location or client site.
• If this position is assigned to a Pantheon Data office location or client site, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for specific client requirements.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.
• SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account.
• Tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position.