Systems Architect/Technical Lead - Java

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CVP is seeking a Systems Architect / Technical Lead to serve as the technical authority for NIH's mission-critical federal time-and-attendance system. NIH transmits approximately 512,635 timecards to HHS payroll annually and serves approximately 17,000 users, making system stability and architectural integrity paramount. 

Responsibilities

• Provide technical authority for software architecture, identity lifecycle design, and data/integration patterns 
• Lead security/ATO alignment, cloud/modernization strategy, and root-cause resolution 
• Design and govern Active Directory integration, account provisioning, and enterprise web-service integration 
• Develop technical standards, produce ARB artifacts, and mentor the engineering team 
• Lead modernization patterns that protect fixed timecard submission schedules 
• Assess rapidly onboarded systems' architectures as required 

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• BS/BA + 10 years of relevant experience; OR MS + 5 years of relevant experience 
• 10+ years of technical leadership experience 
• 8+ years of enterprise system development/integration experience 
• 3+ years on comparable scope/complexity efforts 
• Cloud/DevSecOps modernization experience 
• Deep Java enterprise application expertise 
• Strong knowledge of three-tier Web/Application/Database architecture, high availability/auto-failover, and HHS payroll integration 
• Experience with resilient batch processing, Reporting Services Server/reporting, and performance design for payroll-critical systems 

Desired Skills

• NIH EPLC architecture/design artifacts knowledge 
• FISMA Moderate/RMF/ATO/JCAM and Public Trust Moderate (Tier 2) eligibility 
• DevSecOps/CI-CD, automated testing, and code quality proficiency 
• Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP); containers/IaC as appropriate 
• Government-approved AI-assisted code/test workflow experience 
• On-site availability when directed 

Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000 (depending on experience)

This position is contingent upon program award. We are proactively recruiting qualified candidates in advance of contract award.

About CVP

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation.

CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.

At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.