Lead the architectural vision and roadmap for ES modernization and integration of legacy systems (EDB, IVM, VistA REE) into a unified platform.
Design scalable, secure, and interoperable solutions supporting high-volume eligibility and enrollment transactions.
Oversee integration of microservices, APIs, and data pipelines across VA enterprise systems and external partners.
Ensure compliance with VA technical standards, FedRAMP, FISMA, IRS 1075, HIPAA, and other federal requirements.
Guide DevSecOps adoption, CI/CD automation, and cloud-native deployments within VAEC.
Direct data migration, schema modernization, and system consolidation efforts.
Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to ensure architectural consistency and delivery quality.
Evaluate and select technology stacks, integration frameworks, and middleware solutions.
Provide technical oversight for incident response, root cause analysis, and system resilience.
Mentor engineering teams, review design documents, and approve technical deliverables.
Support transition planning, knowledge transfer, and post-go-live stabilization.
Report architectural risks, opportunities, and progress to senior leadership.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical discipline.
10+ years of relevant experience in enterprise architecture, system integration, and modernization (VA or federal experience preferred).
Proven expertise in designing and integrating large-scale, mission-critical systems.
Deep knowledge of microservices, API management, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, VAEC), and data migration strategies.
Experience with federal security, privacy, and compliance frameworks.
Strong background in DevSecOps, CI/CD, and automation.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Ability to mentor teams and drive consensus across diverse technical groups.
Availability for after-hours escalation and critical incident support.

Chief Architect

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