KYM ADVISORS, INC. · 1 month ago
Data Architect
Reston, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior LevelKYM Advisors, Inc is seeking a Data Architect to support multiple federal customers in the National Capital Region. The role involves designing and maintaining data infrastructure, collaborating with department heads, and ensuring compliance with data governance policies.
Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Strategic thinking and systems-level planning
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder communication
Ability to lead cross-functional technical projects
Strong documentation and decision-justification skills
Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, or information systems
Top Secret Clearance required. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance
Preferred
Master's degree preferred for enterprise-level environments
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
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)
Company
KYM ADVISORS, INC.
KYM Advisors is a premier provider for Information Technology Management capabilities with specialization in Data Sciences, Information Sharing & Safeguarding (ISS), Information Management, Cyber Security, and Agile Program Delivery.
Founded in 2010
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Dimple Mehra
President & Founder
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