ICF · 4 hours ago
Principal, Solutions Architect
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$191K/yr - $325K/yr
15+ years expICF is seeking a Principal Solutions Architect with deep expertise in IT operations, enterprise modernization, and business transformation. The role involves leading solutioning for proposals, developing technical capabilities, and delivering interactive technology prototypes while supporting business development efforts.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of winning enterprise solutions; transition to operational teams post-award
Develop a technical vision and executable strategies that emphasize AI and drive measurable outcomes
Architect scalable modernization solutions using open source, AI, low/no-code platforms, agile methods, and secure cloud frameworks
Apply agile and AI/automation principles to multi-phase cloud migrations and enterprise IT delivery
Serve as the technical authority across programs—overseeing architecture, innovation efforts, and engineering challenges
Engage directly with customers to develop roadmaps and enable secure cross-domain integrations
Drive performance improvements across programs and optimize delivery of IT services on contract
Manage provider and vendor engagements to align with program technical milestones
Mentor technical resources, lead governance structures, and ensure outcomes related to quality, security, and risk mitigation
Lead technical evaluations, build proofs of concept, and facilitate customer demos and buy-in
Collaborate with leadership and technical teams to define requirements, mission objectives, and strategic outcomes
Act as the technical strategy lead—prescribing solutions, ensuring alignment, and promoting adoption across stakeholders
Write and review technical documentation, SLAs, proposals, and strategic briefs
Support proposal phases with detailed technical solutioning and key personnel documentation
Qualification
Required
15+ years designing and delivering scalable modernization solutions using open source and SaaS/PaaS platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian, AWS, Azure)
5+ years applying advanced AI and automation to streamline operations
5+ years architecting and implementing large-scale digital transformations (SaaS, cloud-native, AI-driven)
5+ Years developing solutions for complex technical proposals
5+ years modernizing infrastructure and engineering at enterprise scale
5+ years leading large enterprise IT programs, with a proven record of delivery across infrastructure, systems, and applications
5+ years working with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google), serverless technologies, and managed services
5+ years implementing DevSecOps, IaC, and secure pipelines aligned with FISMA and NIST
5+ years modernizing legacy systems through microservices and containerization strategies
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
U.S. Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain Public Trust, Secret, or Top Secret clearance based on client needs
Company
ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
John Wasson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
James Morgan
Chief Operating Officer and EVP
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