Architect and oversee deployment of IL4/IL5-compliant cloud lakehouse or data mesh environments
Ensure alignment with: DoD Zero Trust Strategy, NIST SP 800-53 security controls, RMF (Risk Management Framework) processes, FedRAMP Moderate/High baselines, CMMC requirements
Implement attribute-based access control (ABAC) and role-based access control (RBAC) integrated with DoD ICAM systems
Establish cryptographic data integrity and provenance tracking mechanisms
Ensure compliance with: HIPAA, DoD 5400.11-R (DoD Privacy Program), Federal Records Act (FRA), NARA retention and disposition schedules
Lead data governance board activities and establish enterprise data standards
Develop automated audit logging, monitoring, and traceability controls for all data access events
Design secure ingestion pipelines integrating systems such as: MHS GENESIS, TRICARE, United States Transportation Command
Oversee AI/ML model governance including explainability, bias assessment, and operational validation
Support Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and security package development
Brief senior government officials on compliance posture, risk mitigation strategies, and audit readiness

10+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture within DoD or federal civilian agencies
Demonstrated experience supporting RMF accreditation and ATO processes
Deep familiarity with NIST 800-series controls and DoD cybersecurity policies
Experience designing secure IL4/IL5 cloud architectures (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or equivalent)
Proven implementation of zero-trust architecture and ICAM integration
Experience establishing enterprise data governance frameworks
Experience supporting federal records compliance and automated retention controls
Strong documentation and technical writing capabilities for compliance artifacts
Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Lead Data, Architecture Authority

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