Data Architect

Blackstone Talent Group

Huntsville, AL

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Apache Cassandra, Architectural Analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Strategy, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Certified Compensation Professional, Cloud Computing, Cloudera, Computer Programming, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Structures, DataArchitect Data Modeling Tool, Database Administration, DoD Secret Clearance, Enterprise Data Integration, Federal Government, Information Technology Software, Insurance Regulatory Examiners Society (IRES), Java, Leadership, Machine Learning, Management Strategy, Microsoft Windows Azure, MongoDB, Natural Language Processing (NLP), NoSQL, Oracle, Oracle Database, Oracle PL-SQL, Perl Programming Language, PostgreSQL, Power BI, Predictive Modeling, Process Flow, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Research & Development (R&D), SQL Databases, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Auditing, Security Clearance, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Tableau, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Huntsville, AL

POSTED

1 day ago

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

Position Title: Data Architect

Location: Redstone Arsenal – Huntsville, AL

Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Work Schedule: Day Shift

Travel: Up to 10%

Remote/Telework: Not Available

Relocation Assistance: None Available at This Time

Position Overview

Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract
Serve as a senior-level Data Architect bridging business requirements with technical execution
Design, deploy, and manage enterprise-level data architecture supporting strategic mission goals
Develop and maintain the organization’s long-term data management vision and strategy
Lead efforts involving enterprise data systems, architecture modernization, analytics, and AI integration

Key Responsibilities

Develop short-term (2-year) and long-term (5–7 year) organizational data strategies aligned with mission objectives
Design conceptual, logical, and physical data models
Guide enterprise data structure, integration, and data flow processes
Coordinate with cross-functional technical teams to ensure system functionality and data accessibility
Implement and audit security measures to maintain data integrity and governance compliance
Plan and execute large-scale enterprise data solutions
Manage the full data lifecycle from platform selection through implementation and testing
Support modernization initiatives involving AI and legacy system integration
Utilize advanced analytics and visualization tools to present complex data insights

Required Qualifications

10+ years of overall professional experience
- Advanced education may reduce required years of experience
5+ years of directly related Data Architect or enterprise data experience
1+ year of management or leadership experience
Strong SQL development and database administration experience
Experience with RDBMS platforms such as:
- PostgreSQL
- Oracle
Experience with NoSQL technologies such as:
- MongoDB
- Cassandra
Experience with visualization tools including:
- Power BI
- Tableau
Strong programming/scripting experience with:
- Python
- Java
- C/C++
- Perl
Experience with cloud platforms including:
- AWS
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform
Understanding of:
- Machine Learning (ML)
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Predictive Modeling
Familiarity with:
- MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering)
- AI integration into legacy systems
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required

Preferred Qualifications

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

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.

EOE of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabilities

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Blackstone Talent Group

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