Chief Solutions Architect

Join to apply for the Chief Solutions Architect role at Sierra7, Inc.2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Chief Solutions Architect role at Sierra7, Inc.Brief DescriptionSierra7, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Chief Solutions Architect to support the Department of Defense (DoD) and serve as the chief technical design authority across the Defense Casualty Information Processing System (DCIPS) Future modernization effort. This role will orchestrate system architecture, data integration, and delivery sequencing across Salesforce and VA legacy systems, ensuring technical fidelity, compliance, and alignment to the client’s enterprise architecture strategy. Rather than owning EA governance, the SAL integrates closely with VA enterprise architects to validate modernization decisions and support sustainment planning within existing architecture frameworks.Brief DescriptionSierra7, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Chief Solutions Architect to support the Department of Defense (DoD) and serve as the chief technical design authority across the Defense Casualty Information Processing System (DCIPS) Future modernization effort. This role will orchestrate system architecture, data integration, and delivery sequencing across Salesforce and VA legacy systems, ensuring technical fidelity, compliance, and alignment to the client’s enterprise architecture strategy. Rather than owning EA governance, the SAL integrates closely with VA enterprise architects to validate modernization decisions and support sustainment planning within existing architecture frameworks.The Chief Solutions Architect will play an integral role in developing and maintaining the Architecture Implementation Plan, oversee system scalability, and ensure integration with third-party systems like DMDC, IPPS-A, and VA systems.Position ResponsibilitiesDesign integration patterns, data flows, and shared services between Salesforce and legacy systems, in coordination with VA architect leadsDirect platform build-out, including filed-level mapping, workflow automation, metadata tagging, and user interface optimizationGuide technical decisions on metadata tagging, data lineage, and semantic fidelity across platform componentsCollaborate with Platform Modernization Lead and VA enterprise architects to ensure delivery thread alignment with future-state EA visionReview and validate technical deliverables to ensure solution integrity, performance, and compliance with FedRAMP High and DoD SRG standardsParticipate in EA governance processes and forums as a technical liaison, ensuring solution decisions reflect VA enterprise standardsProvide technical oversight of modernization sequencing, artifact development, and cross-team alignmentOversee development of platform-specific technical artifacts including configuration guides, metadata schemas, and security posture documentationAdvise on sustainment planning, release management, and user adoption strategiesRequirementsExperience with Salesforce data and cloud integration, architecture, and delivery sequencingExpertise in AWS GovCloud, DoDAF, and modern software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevSecOps)Proven success integrating cloud platforms (e.g., Salesforce, AWS) with on-prem and hybrid systems in complex, federated environmentsDeep familiarity with metadata governance, integration architecture, and record-level controls under FedRAMP High and DoD SRGExperience coordinating with federal EA offices and aligning modernization activities with existing enterprise frameworksActive DoD Secret clearance required, Top Secret preferred for system administration tasksEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field12+ years of experience in software architecture, with at least 8 years in DoD environments designing high-availability, mission-critical systemsCertifications such as TOGAF, AWS Architect, or Salesforce Integration Architect, preferredWhy Join Sierra7?Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of “serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.BenefitsMedical/Dental/VisionFSA (Flexible Spending Account)HSA (Health Savings Account)Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term DisabilityAdditional Supplemental Medical BenefitsCritical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident401KLegal AssistanceFinancial WellnessPaid Time Off (PTO)Federal HolidaysEducation ReimbursementLinkedIn Learning EmployeeReferral ProgramSummaryThis posting is for prospective candidates only. Unsolicited third-party resume submissions will be considered property of Sierra7, Inc. and will not be acknowledged or returned.We will never send communications through any other domain, including @, @ or @. ALL communications will come from a @ domain. We will never request payment from you, nor will we send payment to you, prior to your start date. If you have been asked to send or receive any payment, or if you have any doubt about whether you have been contacted by a Sierra7 employee, please contact us at required by local law, Sierra7 provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Sierra7 varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set and level of experience.The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $155,000 - $215,000 USDThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.Sierra7 will not provide sponsorship for employment-based immigration benefits for this position. To be considered for this position all candidates must be a US Citizen. This position is not a C2C opportunity.Sierra7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Created: 2025-09-17