Data Architect – Active Secret Clearance

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Provide enterprise-wide data design and optimization for conceptual architecture and data solution projects .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,500 - $149,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise data design, data modeling, and optimization, with a strong focus on aligning data solutions with strategic initiatives. Proficient in managing data quality programs and governance frameworks while effectively collaborating across multi-domain IT teams.

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Data ModelingData ManagementEnterprise Data Solutions DesignJira ProficiencySecret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data TransformationData StandardizationData QualityData MappingData GovernanceData ArchitectureData StructuresAnalytical SkillsProcess ModelingIntegration Models

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationPresentation SkillsAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

JiraData Modeling ToolsProject Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Network+Security+

Industry Keywords

DoDDONData Governance FrameworksMaster Data ManagementTotal Force ManpowerHuman Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide enterprise-wide data design and optimization for conceptual architecture and data solution projects
Collaborate with DoD and DON IT domains to align with DON Chief Data Office priorities
Generate high-level operational concept documents describing system architecture interactions
Create, modify, maintain, and document data transformation and standardization baselines using Jira or similar tools
Translate enterprise and business needs into long-term information architecture patterns and solutions
Provide data modeling and validation services for flexible, extensible, and scalable data structures
Create and manage data models, diagrams, flows, and metadata deliverables
Support master data management, data quality programs, data management policies and standards, data governance, and metadata management frameworks
Support mission-driven decision-making across the Department of the Navy’s Total Force Manpower and Human Resources portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, business, or a related field
3+ years of related experience
3 years of experience modeling processes and data using architecture disciplines and industry modeling standards
3 years of experience with data management, enterprise repositories, data modeling, data quality, and data mapping tools
Ability to design enterprise data solutions aligned with strategic data initiatives
Experience developing conceptual and integration models for large-scale environments
Strong collaboration skills across multi-domain DON and DoD IT teams
Proficiency with data modeling tools and project management systems such as Jira
Strong analytical skills for translating complex enterprise needs into scalable data design solutions
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Current Network+, Security+, or higher certification meeting DoD CIO Information Assurance certification requirements
Must currently possess Secret clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Favorable background investigation results required before start date

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions and company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Vacation, sick, personal, holiday, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Typically 15 days of paid leave per calendar year
10 paid holidays per year
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance