<div class="content-intro"><p>9th Way Insignia is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business bringing transformative technology to our government customers so they can achieve their missions. Our specialties include cybersecurity, cloud modernization, software development, data analytics, enterprise architecture, enterprise IT, analytics, process automation, and artificial intelligence. Learn more about 9th Way Insignia at <a href="https://9thwayinsignia.com/">https://9thwayinsignia.com/.</a></p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 1">Team (Project) Introduction</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":480,"335559739":0}"> </span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">9th Way Insignia is seeking a Database Architect to support the Consolidated Corporate Support Services (CCSS) 2.0 contract for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Database Architect will be responsible for designing and modeling data structures to support enterprise financial and administrative systems. Aligned with Section 5.2 of the PWS, this role focuses on ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient database architectures that align with VA operational and modernization goals.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 1">Professional Level</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":480,"335559739":0}"> </span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto">E2 Engineer</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 1">Responsibilities</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":480,"335559739":0}"> </span></p><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Design and document system architecture aligned with business goals and technical requirements.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Lead development of high-level and detailed architecture diagrams, interface specifications, and integration patterns.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Guide software development teams in implementing scalable and maintainable systems.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Ensure architectural solutions meet federal security, accessibility (Section 508), and performance standards.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Collaborate with stakeholders to gather system requirements and propose optimized solutions.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Conduct design reviews and recommend improvements across platforms and applications.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Support DevSecOps integration, data interoperability, and cloud-native architecture planning.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Monitor system performance and provide recommendations for optimization and modernization.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Participate in Agile development lifecycle and contribute to technology roadmap planning.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 1">Requirements</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":480,"335559739":0}"> </span></p><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto"> BD degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline is required. or related field.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> 5 years of related professional experience.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> 8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education</span></li></ul><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 1">Preferred/Desired</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":480,"335559739":0}"> </span></p><ul><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Experience leading architecture for large-scale federal IT systems.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Knowledge of cloud architectures (e.g., AWS, Azure) and microservices design.</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Proficiency with enterprise architecture tools and modeling standards (e.g., TOGAF, UML).</span></li><li><span data-contrast="auto"> Strong understanding of system security, compliance, and accessibility requirements.</span></li></ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$78,522.52</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$125,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em>9th Way Insignia’s range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.</em></p><p><strong>Clearance/Background Investigation</strong><br>Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong><br>Eligible employees will have access to our comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance, 401(k), Basic Life A&D, STD, LTD, PTO, Telehealth, paid holidays, FSA, HSA. Additional resources include our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Traveling Assistance.</p><p><strong>Legal</strong><br>We’re an equal employment opportunity employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.</p></div>