Data Architect

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from KamisPro Data Architect DoD Cybersecurity & Analytics Platform We are seeking a highly skilled Data Architect to join our mission-driven team supporting a Department of Defense (DoD) analytics platform at the forefront of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), business intelligence (BI), and data visualization . This is a strategic role focused on designing, building, and optimizing enterprise-level databases and data infrastructures that power cutting-edge defense analytics. As a Data Architect, you will ensure the performance, security, scalability, and integrity of complex data systems. Your work will directly support national security objectives by enabling robust data-driven decision-making and the integration of advanced technologies like AI/ML into real-time cybersecurity environments. Key Responsibilities Design and implement enterprise database and data warehouse strategies for large-scale, high-security environments. Establish and enforce best practices for database performance, security, availability, and disaster recovery. Model, develop, and manage relational and distributed database systems to support analytics and operational use cases. Optimize data workflows and infrastructure to support large-scale ingestion, transformation (ETL), and analytics workloads. Integrate legacy systems and modern applications within unified data architectures. Collaborate with AI/ML teams to design data schemas that enhance algorithmic performance and predictive analytics. Enable data validation, cleansing, and automation for seamless pipeline operation and reporting. Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience in database architecture and engineering. Deep expertise in SQL-based databases : PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or equivalent. Proven ability to design and manage enterprise-scale databases and data warehouses . Strong knowledge of data security principles , especially in DoD-compliant environments. Proficiency with ETL development , automation, and data pipeline orchestration . Experience in schema design , query optimization, and performance tuning. Preferred Skills Experience with big data frameworks : Hadoop, Databricks, or Snowflake. Familiarity with AI/ML data structures and training data pipelines. Cloud database experience with AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud SQL . Background in supporting cybersecurity data platforms or mission-critical DoD systems . Clearance Requirements Active DoD clearance Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Information Technology and Engineering Industries Government Administration and Government Relations Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KamisPro by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Data Architect jobs in Washington DC-Baltimore Area . Arlington, VA $100,000.00-$118,000.00 2 months ago Arlington, VA $200,000.00-$220,000.00 9 hours ago Washington, DC $200,000.00-$220,000.00 2 days ago Linthicum Heights, MD $60.76-$74.62 1 week ago Herndon, VA $200,000.00-$210,000.00 1 week ago Reston, VA $99,216.00-$206,369.00 1 month ago Washington, DC $163,000.00-$180,000.00 1 week ago Data Management Analyst, Junior (Future Need) Arlington, VA $30,000.00-$40,000.00 3 weeks ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $55,000.00-$65,000.00 3 days ago McLean, VA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Arlington, VA $100,000.00-$175,000.00 5 days ago Linthicum Heights, MD $57.13-$75.00 1 week ago Sr. Security Analytics Engineer (REMOTE) Linthicum Heights, MD $57.87-$92.40 2 weeks ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr