Technical Solutions Architect

Technical Solutions Architect with ACTIVE Top Secret with SCI Clearance in Reston, VA

Noblis is seeking an inquisitive and technically curious individual that has a passion for researching and translating complex topics into compelling and impactful solutions that align to current or future client needs. The candidate is comfortable working across teams within the Mission Area and across Noblis, with in-person and virtual engagements. This individual proactively engages with technical capability developers and senior account leads to understand client needs/requirements and identifies Noblis capabilities that exist or need to be developed to successfully win/deliver new work. The candidate must have a thirst to learn new information gained through individual research and interactive people-oriented interviews and collaboration, is organized and efficient at documenting essential data points via existing or innovative new templates and is highly effective at creatively writing a range of documents – from single page “slick sheets” to formal Government responses to include RFIs, white papers, abstracts, and proposals that articulate the value that Noblis brings to our client’s mission. The candidate must have a strong technical background with a broad range of understanding across technical disciplines with a constant desire to learn new technology concepts, recognize technological trends, and thrive on helping to evangelize Noblis’ unique innovations to diverse audiences.

Typical responsibilities include collaborating with business stakeholders to understand requirements and objectives, analyzing existing systems and infrastructure to identify opportunities for improvement, and designing and documenting solution architectures and technical specifications. Solutions architecture roles also involve evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies, platforms, and frameworks to support solution development, and leading cross-functional teams of developers, engineers, and analysts to implement and deploy solutions. Additionally, professionals may be involved in conducting proof-of-concept projects, prototyping new technologies, and providing guidance and support to stakeholders on solution architecture best practices and standards. Their expertise in areas such as application architecture, cloud computing, and software design patterns enables organizations to develop innovative and effective solutions that drive business value and competitive advantage.

• Possesses active Top Secret with SCI clearance.
• Bachelor degree
• 10+ years of experience
• Strong technical acumen across a broad range of disciplines, including but not limited to artificial intelligence and machine learning, digital transformation, cyber, software development, and systems integration, with the ability to independently research new technologies and formulate unique and compelling approaches for addressing client requirements.
• Ability to quickly gain understanding of Noblis capabilities to include NSR projects and existing or recent contracts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Business Development Directors and Account Leads to prioritize and deliver technical assistance on projects/proposals.
• Ability to develop catalog of technical capabilities being delivered across accounts to be used for gap assessment, investment recommendations, past performance, and marketing.
• Ability to work on-site in Reston, VA

• Active Polygraph
• Able to demonstrate creativity in crafting compelling write-ups that articulate complex approaches, unique capabilities, and in-depth expertise within RFI and proposal responses.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to articulate compelling arguments against client requirements.
• Ability to articulate technical concepts in easy-to-understand terminology.
• Ability to research technically complex topics and share insights that directly contribute to client engagements, NSR ideation, and investment recommendations.
• Ability to establish strong relationships with technical leaders across Noblis.
• Ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.