Data Architect with Active Secret Security Clearance - Onsite in Portsmouth, VA
DataArch-PortsmouthVA - Portsmouth, VA - Full Time
U.S. Citizenship and an Active Secret Security Clearance is required. This job is onsite in Portsmouth, VA.
Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Architect to support a large-scale shipyard-focused program. This role centers on designing and managing enterprise-level data environments that support maintenance operations, reporting, and leadership decision-making.
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in data architecture, database design, and systems integration, along with the ability to support analytics platforms and data-driven insights across complex IT ecosystems.
Key Responsibilities
Architect, develop, and maintain scalable databases for both storage and processing needs
Define and implement strategies for data warehousing, ingestion, accessibility, and long-term retention
Create and manage data models, including defining structures, relationships, and naming standards
Assess new data sources for quality, usability, and integration compatibility
Design enterprise data frameworks supporting maintenance metrics and operational analytics
Integrate and normalize data across multiple systems to enable unified reporting and analysis
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and security of data across platforms
Contribute to the development and upkeep of dashboards and visualization tools for operational metrics
Perform data analysis, lifecycle planning, and evaluation of alternative technical solutions
Develop predictive models and decision-support tools aligned with program metrics
Partner with business analysts and engineering teams to implement data-centric solutions
Create and maintain system interface diagrams across IT environments
Support broader data architecture needs tied to application and portfolio management
Participate in working groups and stakeholder forums focused on metrics and system improvements
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related discipline
4–7 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise data management
Hands-on experience with relational databases, SQL, and data modeling techniques
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in a related technical field
Extensive experience (8–10+ years) in enterprise data architecture
Strong background in data integration and warehousing solutions