Architect IV

Architect IV

Specifically, this resource will support a new effort developing the architecture for an identified gap - Cloud Security Configuration Monitoring (CSCM) in support of FM Cyber Assurance. CSCM Products continuously scan SaaS Providers security configurations for FM used services, detecting drift and alerting if configurations change that may cause vulnerabilities within the SaaS product. This is in direct response to a newly submitted MSI from Cyber Assurance. Performing EA related efforts in performing a technical architecture design, support the Proof Of Concept and bake-off of 3 competing products to resolve identified gap; including submission of TSP, documenting testing and results, and preparing documentation for MVA/EARB for final winner. While these are just 2 directly related MSIs, several additional issues and internal audit findings are being addressed through this effort.

The client is seeking an Architect IV to develop concepts and turn them into functional, safe and economical buildings and structures. Architect IV performs architecture planning in support of general IT initiatives. The candidate focuses on requirements & design phases, supports development, testing, and issue escalation. The candidate manages and promotes use of IT standards, serves as subject matter expert to projects and provides support for project team members. The candidate may be required to lead a small team of developers, performs architecture designs and solves complex module and system level application issues.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review and approve building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements and other technical documents and reports.
• Instruct staff how to use computer-aided drafting equipment or software to produce designs, working drawings, charts, forms and records.
• Review and approve structural, electrical and mechanical designs and determine a method of presentation.
• Review and approve interior room arrangements for commercial buildings using computer-assisted design drafting (CADD) equipment and software.
• Supervise, coordinate, and inspect the work of draftspersons, technicians and technologists on construction projects.
• Review and approve procedures and instructions to be followed, according to design specifications and quantity of required materials.
• Provide post-construction services, such as facilities management, energy efficiency measures and other necessary improvements.
• Designs architecture to include the software, hardware, and communications to support the total requirements as well as provide for present and future cross-functional requirements and interfaces.
• Ensures these systems are compatible and in compliance with the standards for agency IT architectures, and profiles of standards as they apply to the implementation and specific to the solution for the platform, integration with other systems, and the external interfaces.

Skills:

• Creativity, negotiation skills, verbal and written communication skills and problem solving ability.
• Strong ability to understand spatial relationships and apply visual orientation.
• Strong ability to visualize in 2D and 3D and understand aesthetic aspects of design.
• Strong knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Experience with CADD (Computer-aided design and drafting) and BIM (Building Information Modeling) software.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in architectural design or related field required. Architectural license required. 8-10 years experience required.