Data Architect

KYM Advisors is seeking a Data Architect to support multiple federal customers in the National Capital Region. Duties include identifying the agencies internal and external data sources, identifying and recommending efficiencies, collaborating with department heads to determine their data storage and organizational needs, and using the information to create and maintain data infrastructure for agency employees. This individual must be able to work independently and as part of a team to support dynamic customers focused on delivering results. Applicants must be solutions-focused, act proactively, and possess the necessary interpersonal skills to engage with a multitude of stakeholders, including federal employees and external contractor teams. This is a hybrid, remote/on-site position (80/20), and periodic travel to multiple sites located within 50 miles of the National Capital Region is .

Data Architect Core Responsibilities

Strong understanding of Data architecture, governance, and cataloging requirements

Design and maintain scalable data architecture across systems, platforms, and business units

Define standards for data modeling, metadata management, and schema design

Oversee data integration from internal and external sources

Select appropriate storage solutions, including data lakes, warehouses, and cloud platforms

Collaborate with data engineers, developers, and analysts to align infrastructure with business use cases

Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security policies

Support master data management (MDM) and data catalog implementation

Create architecture documentation, diagrams, and technical specifications

Evaluate emerging data technologies and recommend adoption strategies

Required Skills and Qualifications

Hard skills

Proficiency in data modeling techniques (conceptual, logical, and physical)

Deep knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems

Experience with ETL/ELT frameworks and data integration tools

Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)

Solid understanding of data governance, lineage, and security best practices

Soft skills

Strategic thinking and systems-level planning

Excellent collaboration and stakeholder communication

Ability to lead cross-functional technical projects

Strong documentation and decision-justification skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data engineering, or information systems

Master’s degree preferred for enterprise-level environments

Security Clearance

Top Secret Clearance required. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance

Certifications

None required, but recommended certifications include Collibra Solution Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, AWS Certified Data Analytics – Specialty, and DAMA Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading large-scale data modernization or migration efforts

Familiarity with data lakehouse architectures or event-driven data pipelines

Background in regulated industries with complex compliance needs

Exposure to MDM, data catalogs, or metadata governance tools

Location

National Capital Region/Hybrid. Must be able to travel to multiple job sites located within 50 miles of the NCR.

JOB CODE: 1000058