Defense, Diplomacy, and Intelligence (DDI) Technology Solution Architect
The DDI Technology Solutions Architect will serve as the senior technical leader supporting our strategic DDI-focused technology programs and pursuits. This role is critical in shaping and delivering technology solutions that align with DDI missions across capability areas including Cloud & Application Development, AI and Data, Low Code / No Code Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Technology Consulting. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with DDI programmatic technologies and data, strong relationships with DDI technology stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering trusted, impactful solutions at scale in high-consequence environments.
What You Will Do :
Lead the technical solutioning for DDI account pursuits, including RFP responses, solution architecture, and client stakeholder engagement.
Design and articulate end-to-end technology solutions that support DDI programmatic goals across capability areas including Cloud & Application Development, AI and Data, Low Code / No Code Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Technology Consulting.
Collaborate with DDI program teams and organizations to understand data flows, integration points, and system interoperability requirements.
Serve as the primary technical liaison to DDI technology buyers within programmatic offices and at the enterprise level, building trust and credibility through consistent delivery and thought leadership.
Align proposed solutions with DDI’s evolving technology strategies, including legacy system modernization and adoption of platforms such as AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Appian, Palantir, and Databricks.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to develop solution components, cost estimates, and implementation plans.
Present solutions to internal and external executive stakeholders, including DDI leadership.
Support workshops and working sessions with DDI stakeholders to refine requirements and validate solution approaches.
Maintain awareness of DDI enterprise systems, including those within various DDI OCIO organizations, and leverage this knowledge to inform solution design.
Stand up delivery teams post-award, ensuring continuity and clarity of vision.
What You Will Need :
Bachelor’s degree .
FIFTEEN (15)
years of experience in technology solution design, with at least TEN (10) years supporting DDI.
Deep understanding of DDI programmatic technologies, including Cloud & Application Development, AI and Data, Low Code / No Code Platforms, Cybersecurity, and Technology Consulting.
Demonstrated experience with data flows within and between federal DDI components and associated trading partners.
Familiarity with DDI’s legacy systems and future technology direction, including platforms such as AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Appian, Palantir, and Databricks.
Strong relationships with DDI program-level technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.
Proven ability to lead technical solutioning in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk mitigation capabilities.
Experience working with geographically distributed teams.
Based in or near Washington, DC, with availability for on-site engagement with DDI stakeholders.
Must be US Citizen and able to obtain clearance.
What Would Be Nice To Have :
Experience with enterprise business systems within various DDI OCIO organizations.
Prior experience in technology consulting role.
Familiarity with DDI IT standards and compliance requirements.
Technology certifications in architecture, agile-at-scale, and platforms such as AWS, Microsoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Appian, Palantir, and / or Databricks.
What We Offer :
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include :
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental / Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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