Data Architect Security Clearance

Position: Data Architect with Security Clearance
Providing exceptional solutions for our customers requires proven experience and positive results. At TRIAEM, we care and invest in our people to ensure they are prepared to deliver superior services across a wide array of mission challenges. We specialize in systems engineering & architecture, scientific & technological analysis, data management, and cyber security solutions. With over ten years of experience supporting the US Government and International Partners, we know what it takes to ask the right questions, capture the right information, and deliver timely, accurate solutions.

Caring and investing in our people means an environment where you can learn and grow while continuously being challenged. We offer industry-leading benefits and paid time off that allow you to focus on supporting our customers while maintaining the important work/life balance. If you are looking for a company that values you as an individual and welcomes your ideas, contributions, and experience, TRIAEM is the place for you!

Job Description

Job Title:

Data Architect

Location:

Bethesda, MD

Clearance Required:

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph What You Will Do (Enhanced with IC architecture, tools & governance context)
* Lead the strategic alignment of Intelligence Community Data Services (ICDS) and Services of Common Concern (SoCC) with the IC Data Reference Architecture and the broader IC IT Ecosystem.
* Design, maintain, and govern conceptual, logical, and physical data models supporting both mission-critical systems and enterprise-wide data initiatives.
* Define, document, and enforce data architecture principles, patterns, and standards to ensure interoperability, scalability, reuse, and alignment with enterprise architecture frameworks.
* Integrate metadata management, master data management (MDM), and reference data practices into architectural designs to improve data discoverability, traceability, and governance.
* Advise programs and mission teams on data integration and interoperability strategies, enabling secure and reliable data exchange across IC systems and platforms.
* Embed data protection, access control, tagging, and privacy-by-design principles into architectures, ensuring compliance with Zero Trust, IC security policies, and data handling requirements.
* Evaluate, select, and guide implementation of data architecture tools and technologies, including:
* Data modeling and repository tools
* Data lineage, impact analysis, and governance platforms
* Metadata and catalog solutions
* Establish and lead data architecture governance processes, including design reviews, standards enforcement, and change management.
* Design scalable and flexible architectures supporting structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid IC environments.
* Document and communicate architecture artifacts, decisions, trade studies, and roadmaps to both technical teams and senior non-technical stakeholders.
* Collaborate with CDOs, CIOs, CTOs, engineers, and program managers to ensure architectural alignment with mission outcomes and enterprise strategy. What You Will Need (Clarified & strengthened for sourcing)
* Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph (required at time of hire).
* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
* 8+ years of experience supporting Intelligence Community programs, including enterprise or cross-agency initiatives.
* Proven experience developing and aligning data architectures with mission, enterprise, and IC-wide strategies.
* Strong proficiency in:
* Data modeling techniques (conceptual, logical, physical)
* Metadata management and governance
* Data integration and interoperability practices
* Deep understanding of:
* IC Data Reference Architecture
* ICDS, SoCC, and the IC IT Ecosystem
* Experience applying architecture frameworks and governance processes to guide technical decision-making.
* Demonstrated ability to lead architectural initiatives and collaborate across cross-functional technical and mission teams.
* Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills, including executive-level briefings. What Would Be Nice to Have (Senior-level differentiators)
* Master's degree in Data Architecture, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
* Experience supporting IC-wide or ODNI-led strategic data initiatives.
* Certifications such as:
* TOGAF
* Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
* PMP or other architecture / governance credentials
* Familiarity with:
* Metadata standards and semantic models
* Data lineage and impact analysis tools
* Enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., DoDAF, FEAF)
* Experience integrating data architecture with:
* Zero Trust architectures
* Secure IC cloud or hybrid environments Technologies, Tools & Frameworks of Interest (Hands-on vs oversight varies by initiative)
* Data modeling tools (e.g., ER/Studio, Sparx EA, or equivalent)
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