Data Architect

Blackstone Talent Group, an award-winning technology consulting and talent agency is seeking a Data Architect to join our Client's team.

Location: Redstone Arsenal - Huntsville, AL

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: 100% Onsite | Day Shift

Travel: Up to 10%

Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance Required

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Data Architect to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program.

In this role, you'll design, implement, and manage enterprise data architecture that supports mission-critical operations. You'll work closely with business leaders and technical teams to develop long-term data strategies, modernize data environments, and deliver scalable solutions that drive informed decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise-wide data architecture strategies aligned with mission objectives.
• Create short-term (2-year) and long-term (5-7 year) data roadmaps.
• Design conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
• Build scalable data architecture and management solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data integration and accessibility.
• Implement security controls and governance policies to protect data integrity.
• Plan, design, and deploy enterprise data solutions.
• Manage the complete data lifecycle, including architecture, implementation, testing, and ongoing maintenance.
• Provide technical leadership on data management best practices and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional work experience (advanced education may substitute for some experience).
• 5+ years of directly related Data Architecture experience.
• 1+ year of leadership or management experience.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Technical Requirements

Candidates should have experience with:
Databases & Data Management

• SQL development
• Database administration
• Relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar)
• NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, or similar)

Data Visualization

• Power BI
• Tableau
• Equivalent enterprise visualization platforms

Programming

• Python
• Java
• C/C++
• Perl
• Similar scripting or programming languages

Cloud Platforms

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Microsoft Azure
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Additional Experience

• Machine Learning (ML)
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• Predictive analytics and modeling
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Integrating AI capabilities into legacy systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Professional Data Engineer
• Cloudera Certified Professional (CCP) Data Engineer
• Oracle Database PL/SQL Developer Certified Professional

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who can:

• Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Lead enterprise data strategy initiatives.
• Design secure, modern, and high-performing data environments.
• Collaborate effectively across technical and business teams.
• Leverage cloud technologies, analytics, and AI to improve organizational decision-making.

Additional Information

• 100% onsite position in Huntsville, Alabama
• Day shift schedule
• Up to 10% travel

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Blackstone Talent Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackstone Technology Group, a global IT services and software firm that implements technological solutions across commercial industry verticals and the US Federal Government. Blackstone's global talent augmentation practice was founded in 1998. Blackstone Talent Group has offices in San Francisco, Denver, Houston, Colorado Springs, and Washington, DC. We specialize in providing clients the best talent across a variety of industries and sectors.

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