VA Account, Technology Solutions Architect

VA Account Technology Solutions Architect

The VA Account Technology Solutions Architect will serve as the senior technical leader supporting our VA-focused programs and pursuits. This role is critical in shaping and delivering technology strategies that align with VA's mission. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with VA technologies and data, strong relationships with VA technology stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering trusted, impactful solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading the technical solutioning for VA account pursuits, including RFP responses, solution architecture, and client stakeholder engagement.
• Designing and articulating end-to-end technology solutions that support VA enterprise goals, aligned with VHA, VBA, and OIT strategies.
• Collaborating across the Guidehouse enterprise to integrate multidisciplinary expertise, capabilities, and innovations.
• Aligning proposed solutions with VA's evolving technology strategy and procurements, including legacy system modernization and adoption of cloud, platforms, and emerging AI and data technologies.
• Ensuring alignment with VA's enterprise architecture standards, VA Digital Transformation Strategy, and federal IT modernization goals.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams to develop solution components, cost estimates, and implementation plans.
• Supporting mobilizing delivery teams post-award, ensuring continuity and clarity of vision and, where applicable, delivering technology projects at the VA with high client satisfaction.
• Guiding technical teams in the integration of GOTS, COTS, LC/NC, and custom-developed software solutions that achieve VA's system quality goals.
• Ability to identify and develop niche partners to align with business/account strategy and technical roadmap/strategy for specific opportunities.
• Supporting workshops and working sessions with VA stakeholders to refine requirements and validate solution approaches.
• Maintaining awareness of VA enterprise systems, including those within the OCIO and OCTO organizations, and leveraging this knowledge to inform solution design.

Qualifications include:

• 15+ years of relevant professional experience.
• 10+ years of experience in technology solution design and architecture, with at least 5 years supporting VA in a solution architect role.
• Strong relationships with VA program-level technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.
• Experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise systems for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Demonstrated experience with VA data flows between federal and state/local public health entities.
• Strong understanding of AWS/Azure cloud platforms, enterprise integration patterns, DevSecOps, data interoperability, and security frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead technical solutioning in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Assisting in ROM/LOE estimation, pricing, and proposal-to-win activities.
• Coordinating with Guidehouse technology SMEs to align solutions with best practices.
• Playing a key role in shaping new business opportunities and deals.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk mitigation capabilities.
• Experience working with geographically distributed teams.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field.
• Based in or near Washington, DC for on-site engagement with VA stakeholders.

Nice to have:

• Experience working within VA OCTO.
• Prior experience in technology consulting role.
• Familiarity with federal health IT standards and compliance requirements.
• Technology certifications in architecture (e.g., AWS/Azure Architect, TOGAF).

The annual salary range for this position is $226,000.00-$376,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.