Data Architect at Booz Allen in Lorton, VA

Data Architect Location: Lorton, VA Data Architect The Opportunity: For an organization to transform in today’s digital world, it needs to properly collect, store, and organize its data. Effective data management can enable more efficient operations and improved decision-making. As a data analytics professional, you know how to apply your creative-thinking and analytical mindset to help organizations manage their data assets. We’re looking for an experienced data architect like you to deliver leading-edge solutions in a defense-focused environment supporting enterprise operations, logistics, and mission readiness. As a data architect, you’ll use your technical expertise to design data architecture solutions for secure, cloud-based platforms, enterprise data integration frameworks, and scalable analytics environments supporting operational, supply chain, and lifecycle management systems. You’ll resolve data architecture-related issues in collaboration with business analysts and technology teams by analyzing requirements, defining scalable data models, and providing recommendations on data structures, storage strategies, and integration approaches. In this role, you’ll apply best practices and tools such as SQL, cloud-native database technologies, Amazon RDS, PostgreSQL, and modern data integration frameworks to design data models, database architectures, and enterprise data systems that enable analytics, reporting, and operational efficiency. You’ll assist in the design, development, and testing of cloud-based data solutions while serving as a liaison between stakeholders and development teams to ensure requirements are met and secure, scalable, and performant solutions are delivered. With your drive to establish processes and support technological innovation, you’ll make a lasting impact on defense and critical operations by enabling more secure, efficient, and data-driven decision-making across enterprise systems. Join us. The world can't wait. You have: 5+ years of experience in data architecture or data management Experience in data modeling, database design, and data integration Experience in database systems, such as SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL Experience with cloud-based data platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Experience with data governance frameworks and compliance standards Experience designing and implementing scalable data systems Knowledge of ETL tools and processes, such as Informatica, Talend, or Alteryx Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Data Science Nice if you have: Experience with big data technologies, such as Hadoop or Spark Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools, such as Jira or Trello Knowledge of scripting languages, such as Python or R, for data manipulation and automation Top Secret clearance Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Data Science Data architecture or cloud platforms, such as AWS Certified Data Analytics or Google Cloud Certified Data Engineer Certification Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. 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Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.