Description
We are looking for a Senior Enterprise Solution Architect . The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in IT operations and bring expertise in enterprise IT modernization and business transformation capabilities that include cross-domain solutions, enterprise data management, GenAI capabilities and a vast array of enterprise solutions that encompass platform services (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian), open source coding, and cloud migration (e.g., AWS, Azure). This is a doer role, where you will be responsible for supporting and winning new business, providing capture and proposal support, writing white papers and proposals, developing enterprise solutions, engaging 1-1 with customers, developing new IT capabilities, and delivering interactive technology prototypes to our customers.
The ideal candidate will have vast experience in DOD, and the ability to move smoothly between tactical and strategic conversations with technical, mission, and business leadership. You will play a critical role in helping our team formalize, standardize, and mature our AI and cloud services offerings (e.g., Azure, AWS) and expand the ICF footprint across the DOD, DHS and DOS. You possess a good understanding and hands-on expertise with DevSecOps, open source solutions and modern low-code/no-code platforms. You have been through the trenches in helping teams obtain authority to operate (ATO) and can have intelligent discussions around NIST recommendations and security controls. You are passionate about automation and creating an environment that fosters AI and DevSecOps approaches. You articulate the connection from technical services to business capabilities and help client organizations navigate the tension between evolving traditional IT processes and modern approaches. You roll your sleeves up and actively engage and understand that success is not about being a hero, it's about developing a capable team to deliver the right solutions to our customers. Extensive background in capture and proposal to include designing, solutioning, pricing and the ability to deliver well written winning technical proposals and innovative technical challenges. Large-scale operational experience and expertise in artificial intelligence, process automation, cloud adoption, cyber, and cloud migration patterns and services.
This role will be based in the Washington DC area as a hybrid position assigned to ICF's Reston, VA headquarters office.? Remote candidates with strong qualifications and experience will be considered.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develops and leads the delivery of winning solutions, transitioning day-to-day operations to the program team post transition.
- Creates a vision and executable strategy that leads with AI and results in value-based outcomes.
- Builds robust and scalable IT modernization solutions using open source, low code/no code, AI, agile frameworks, advanced security tools, and cloud adoption strategies.
- Applies agile methodologies, AI tools, automation, and multi-phased cloud migration deliveries to enable rapid and consistent service execution.
- Serves as the primary technology point of contact for the organization, responsible for the technical oversight, architecture and engineering efforts and technology challenges and innovation projects
- Engages and leads program teams to build customer strategies and roadmaps that enable digital transformations and secure system and application integrations across domains and platforms.
- Drives performance improvement on programs as required
- Work with our program teams to optimize IT capabilities and services deployed on contract
- Oversees provider and vendor interactions and the effectuation of products, services, platform(s) and other solutions along the roadmap while working collaboratively with program teams to ensure that technical milestones are adhering to program schedules
- Develops effective governance, leads, and mentors technical resources, mitigates risk, monitors quality, security, and outcomes to ensure program delivery success
- Leads technology evaluations, develops proofs of concepts and client demonstrations and creates various solutioning and educational presentations to assert vetting and client buy-in
- Coordinates and collaborates on developing requirements and mission outcomes with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams
- Serves as the technical strategy champion, identifying viable solutions to program issues and prescribing adoption of proposed solutions for leadership, staff, and contractors
- Authors required documentation, briefings, SLAs, technical proposals, and standards
- Produces technical solutions with detailed narrative for proposals and supports key personnel requirements during procurement phases
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience building scalable enterprise modernization solutions using open source and COTS platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian)
- 5+ years of experience applying advanced automation and AI capabilities to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies
- 5+ years of experience implementing large-scale digital modernization and integration projects that include designing, architecting and implementing SaaS, cloud native, and AI driven solutions.
- 5+ years of engineering and implementing infrastructure modernization projects at scale
- 5+ years of experience in large-scale enterprise technology engagements, technical leadership at the program level, along with a successful track record of delivery of infrastructure, application, and/or system modernization
- 5+ years of experience and accomplishments with de-facto cloud providers (AWS/Azure/Google), applying serverless products using managed services and platform-based application technologies in solution architecture, design, and system development
- 5+ years of experience with define DevSecOps pipelines, tools and processes including infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions using organizational architectural design principles based on government FISMA and NIST requirements
- 5+ years of experience in refactoring systems into microservices and containerized deployments that integrate with native cloud services
- US Citizenship with existing clearance and the ability to obtain a Public Trust, Secret and/or Top Secret security clearance as required by ICF customers.
- BS in computer science, engineering, software development or information systems
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ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our?EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email? Candidateaccommodation@icf.com ?and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.?
Read more about? workplace?discrimination?righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the? Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.?
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at? candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. ?
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$254,507.00 - $432,663.00
Reston, VA (VA30)
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Description
We are seeking an Chief Solutions Architect with deep expertise in IT operations, enterprise modernization, and business transformation. The ideal candidate brings strong experience delivering cross-domain solutions and enterprise capabilities—including data management, GenAI integration, platform services (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian), open-source development, and cloud migrations (AWS, Azure).
Description
We are seeking an Chief Solutions Architect with deep expertise in IT operations, enterprise modernization, and business transformation. The ideal candidate brings strong experience delivering cross-domain solutions and enterprise capabilities—including data management, GenAI integration, platform services (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian), open-source development, and cloud migrations (AWS, Azure).
This is a hands-on, doer role. You’ll directly support business development efforts, lead solutioning for proposals, write white papers, meet with customers, develop technical capabilities, and deliver interactive technology prototypes.
Location: Hybrid (Reston, VA HQ)
What You Bring
You thrive in both tactical and strategic environments, especially within the DoD. You’re fluent in conversations with technical, mission, and business leadership. You’ll help mature and formalize our AI and cloud services offerings, and expand ICF’s presence across DoD, DHS, and DoS. You understand DevSecOps, have worked with open-source tools, and are comfortable with low-code/no-code platforms. You've successfully led teams through the ATO process and are well-versed in NIST frameworks and security controls.
You’re passionate about automation, comfortable navigating the balance between legacy IT and modern approaches, and committed to building capable teams—not being the lone hero. You have a strong background in capture and proposal, including pricing, solutioning, and writing compelling technical proposals.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of winning enterprise solutions; transition to operational teams post-awardDevelop a technical vision and executable strategies that emphasize AI and drive measurable outcomesArchitect scalable modernization solutions using open source, AI, low/no-code platforms, agile methods, and secure cloud frameworksApply agile and AI/automation principles to multi-phase cloud migrations and enterprise IT deliveryServe as the technical authority across programs—overseeing architecture, innovation efforts, and engineering challengesEngage directly with customers to develop roadmaps and enable secure cross-domain integrationsDrive performance improvements across programs and optimize delivery of IT services on contractManage provider and vendor engagements to align with program technical milestonesMentor technical resources, lead governance structures, and ensure outcomes related to quality, security, and risk mitigationLead technical evaluations, build proofs of concept, and facilitate customer demos and buy-inCollaborate with leadership and technical teams to define requirements, mission objectives, and strategic outcomesAct as the technical strategy lead—prescribing solutions, ensuring alignment, and promoting adoption across stakeholdersWrite and review technical documentation, SLAs, proposals, and strategic briefsSupport proposal phases with detailed technical solutioning and key personnel documentation
Required Qualifications
10+ years designing and delivering scalable modernization solutions using open source and COTS platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian)5+ years applying advanced AI and automation to streamline operations5+ years architecting and implementing large-scale digital transformations (SaaS, cloud-native, AI-driven)5+ years modernizing infrastructure and engineering at enterprise scale5+ years leading large enterprise IT programs, with a proven record of delivery across infrastructure, systems, and applications5+ years working with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google), serverless technologies, and managed services5+ years implementing DevSecOps, IaC, and secure pipelines aligned with FISMA and NIST5+ years modernizing legacy systems through microservices and containerization strategiesBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related fieldU.S. Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain Public Trust, Secret, or Top Secret clearance based on client needs
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrights or our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$254,507.00 - $432,663.00
Reston, VA (VA30)
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We are looking for a Field Chief Technology Officer who is customer focused and passionate about helping large government agencies modernize and transform enterprise services. The ideal candidate will have the ability to move smoothly between tactical and strategic conversations with technical, business and mission leadership. You will play a critical role in helping our team formalize, standardize, and mature our AI and cloud services offerings (e.g., Azure, AWS). You possess a good understanding and hands-on expertise with DevSecOps, open source solutions and modern low-code/no-code platforms such as ServiceNow, Appian and Salesforce. You have been through the trenches in helping teams obtain authority to operate (ATO) and can have intelligent discussions around NIST recommendations and security controls. You are passionate about automation and creating an environment that fosters AI and DevSecOps approaches. You articulate the connection from technical services to business capabilities and help client organizations navigate the tension between evolving traditional IT processes and modern approaches. You roll your sleeves up and actively engage and understand that success is not about being a hero, it’s about developing a capable team to deliver the right solutions to our customers. Extensive background in capture and proposal to include designing, solutioning, pricing and the ability to deliver well written winning technical proposals and innovative technical challenges. Large-scale operational experience and expertise in artificial intelligence, process automation, cloud adoption, cyber, and cloud migration patterns and services.
Description
We are looking for a Field Chief Technology Officer who is customer focused and passionate about helping large government agencies modernize and transform enterprise services. The ideal candidate will have the ability to move smoothly between tactical and strategic conversations with technical, business and mission leadership. You will play a critical role in helping our team formalize, standardize, and mature our AI and cloud services offerings (e.g., Azure, AWS). You possess a good understanding and hands-on expertise with DevSecOps, open source solutions and modern low-code/no-code platforms such as ServiceNow, Appian and Salesforce. You have been through the trenches in helping teams obtain authority to operate (ATO) and can have intelligent discussions around NIST recommendations and security controls. You are passionate about automation and creating an environment that fosters AI and DevSecOps approaches. You articulate the connection from technical services to business capabilities and help client organizations navigate the tension between evolving traditional IT processes and modern approaches. You roll your sleeves up and actively engage and understand that success is not about being a hero, it’s about developing a capable team to deliver the right solutions to our customers. Extensive background in capture and proposal to include designing, solutioning, pricing and the ability to deliver well written winning technical proposals and innovative technical challenges. Large-scale operational experience and expertise in artificial intelligence, process automation, cloud adoption, cyber, and cloud migration patterns and services.
This role will be based in the Washington DC area as a hybrid position assigned to ICF’s Reston, VA headquarters office. Remote candidates with strong qualifications and experience will be considered.
Primary Responsibilities
Creates a vision and executable strategy that leads with AI and results in value-based outcomes.Engages and leads program teams to build customer strategies and roadmaps that enable digital transformations and secure system and application integrations across domains and platforms.Builds robust and scalable IT modernization solutions using open source, low code/no code, AI, agile frameworks, advanced security tools, and cloud adoption strategies.Applies agile methodologies, AI tools, automation, and multi-phased cloud migration deliveries to enable rapid and consistent service execution.Serves as the primary technology point of contact for the organization, responsible for the technical oversight, architecture and engineering efforts and technology challenges and innovation projectsOversees provider and vendor interactions and the effectuation of products, services, platform(s) and other solutions along the roadmap while working collaboratively with program teams to ensure that technical milestones are adhering to program schedulesDevelops effective governance, leads, and mentors technical resources, mitigates risk, monitors quality, security, and outcomes to ensure program delivery successLeads technology evaluations, proofs of concept, client demonstrations and various solutioning and educational presentations to assert vetting and client buy-inCoordinates and collaborates on developing requirements and mission outcomes with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teamsServes as the technical strategy champion, identifying viable solutions to program issues and prescribing adoption of proposed solutions for leadership, staff, and contractorsAuthors required documentation, briefings, SLAs, technical proposals, and standardsProduces technical solutions with detailed narrative for proposals and supports key personnel requirements during procurement phases
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience building scalable enterprise modernization solutions using open source and COTS platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian)5+ years of experience applying advanced automation and AI capabilities to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies5+ years of experience implementing large-scale digital modernization and integration projects that include designing, architecting and implementing SaaS, cloud native, and AI driven solutions.5+ years of engineering and implementing infrastructure modernization projects at scale5+ years of experience in large-scale enterprise technology engagements, technical leadership at the program level, along with a successful track record of delivery of infrastructure, application, and/or system modernization5+ years of experience and accomplishments with de-facto cloud providers (AWS/Azure/Google), applying serverless products using managed services and platform-based application technologies in solution architecture, design, and system development5+ years of experience with define DevSecOps pipelines, tools and processes including infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions using organizational architectural design principles based on government FISMA and NIST requirements5+ years of experience in refactoring systems into microservices and containerized deployments that integrate with native cloud servicesUS Citizenship with existing clearance and the ability to obtain a Public Trust, Secret and/or Top Secret security clearance as required by ICF customers.BS in computer science, engineering, software development or information systems
#Indeed
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrights or our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
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Reston, VA (VA30)
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