321 - Strategic IT Solutions Architect (CMS/FDA)/Program Tech Lead-$25K Sign On

If you're ready to take on a pivotal role, we offer the right candidate an enticing $25,000.00 signing bonus.

Join Next Phase's Elite Team:

Next Phase is looking for an exceptional Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect or Program Technical Lead with a proven track record in crafting winning solutions for esteemed organizations such as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and/or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As a leading IT Solutions provider, we're seeking a dynamic individual adept at federal proposal solutions, particularly in BIG Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect/ Program Technical Lead, you'll be pivotal in spearheading innovative IT solutions tailored to address intricate challenges within the government healthcare IT domain, particularly within CMS. Drawing upon your extensive expertise in HealthIT, AWS, Software Development, and other cutting-edge technologies, you'll collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to architect high-impact solutions, bolster government healthcare IT operations, and present compelling proposals. Your role will also entail providing insightful guidance to senior federal leadership at CMS and FDA.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with clients to grasp their strategic objectives and technical requisites.
• Design scalable and secure solutions for federal systems, encapsulating them in persuasive federal proposals.
• Develop materials and actively engage in key presentations to senior federal leadership.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, advocating for and integrating innovative approaches into our solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience supporting the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as a Solutions Architect or Program-level Technical Lead (mandatory). Established relationships with CMS client(s) - are highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in crafting briefings on complex technical subjects and delivering presentations to senior and SES-level federal government leaders.
• Expertise in developing technical segments of federal proposals.
• Hands-on experience in devising cloud-first solutions focusing on advanced data management and analytics.
• Prior experience as a Solutions Architect or Program Technical Lead supporting the Food and Drug Administration is a plus, along with established relationships with FDA client(s).
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of overall IT experience, with at least three (3) years within a federal agency.
• For at least eight (8) out of fifteen (15) years, served in a capacity such as Technical Lead, Solutions Architect, or Technical Program Manager.
• Willingness to attend regular in-person meetings at CMS and FDA.

Residency Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen or green card holder to perform this role
• Candidate must have established residency in the US for the past three (3) years.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Additional Information about this opening:

• Employees of Next Phase shall, as an enduring obligation throughout their term of employment, adhere to all information security requirements as documented in company policies and procedures
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with three days in the office per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) and two days working remotely
• We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement and exposure to exciting projects and initiatives
• This position is suited for candidates within commuting distance to Columbia, MD, and not eligible for a fully remote schedule
• As a healthcare and science research company, Next Phase embraces the CDC's recommendations on vaccine use. Unless qualified for a religious or medical exemption, employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19.
• We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and professional growth and development opportunities. If you meet the above requirements and seek a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
• The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only, not a compensation or salary guarantee. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable ba