Senior Data Architect Lead

Leidos UK

Base: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Active secret clearance with ts eligibility
8+ years data architecture experience
Cloud environment data architecture design
This role supports a Department of War enterprise program delivering mission-critical capabilities for faster, better-informed decisions using trusted data

Job Summary

  • This role supports a Department of War enterprise program delivering mission-critical capabilities for faster, better-informed decisions using trusted data.
  • The successful candidate will lead the design and maintenance of core data infrastructure and pipelines while managing a team of 8 to 15 direct reports.
  • Candidates must possess an active Secret clearance and demonstrate proven experience in designing enterprise-scale data architectures within cloud environments.

Matching Summary

This role supports a Department of War enterprise program delivering mission-critical capabilities for faster, better-informed decisions using trusted data.

Salary

Base: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Secret clearance with TS eligibility
  • 8+ years data architecture experience
  • Cloud environment data architecture design
  • Data governance framework implementation
  • DevSecOps and CI/CD integration
  • Team leadership of 8-15 direct reports

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in SAFe or large-scale Agile frameworks
  • Familiarity with NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS environments
  • Zero Trust cybersecurity alignment expertise
  • AI/ML model pipeline support experience
  • Strong mission impact motivation
  • Comfortable in complex stakeholder environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 8 years experience OR Master's plus 6 years
  • Minimum 8 years in data architecture or engineering roles
  • Active Secret clearance required; TS ability needed
  • Proven experience leading technical teams of 8-15 members
  • Demonstrated background in data governance framework design

Work Rights

Must have Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS

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