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Chenega Corporation Azure Senior Solutions Architect in Washington, District Of Columbia
Summary
* Hybrid- must reside in the Washington D.C. area for requisite onsite work. *
Come join a company that strives for Extraordinary People and Exceptional Performance ! Chenega Services & Federal Solutions, LLC, a Chenega Professional Services company, is looking for an Azure Senior Solutions Architect to join our team of IT experts at the Federal Housing Finance Agency's (FHFA) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). As a member of our advanced engineering team, this role will provide expert knowledge to teams of experienced engineers across the enterprise; drive the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and cutting-edge AI technologies within the federal government space. This role will serve as a trusted technical advisor to federal clients, driving digital transformation through innovative cloud and AI strategies while ensuring compliance with government security and regulatory requirements, and shape the future of intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making within a complex federal agency environment. This "hands on" role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strong communication skills, and a strategic mindset to deliver transformative applications and automation solutions that enhance the agency's operational efficiency.
Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities. We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employees knowledge, critical thinking, and innovative solutions for our clients.
Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Strategy
Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient solutions on Microsoft Azure tailored to federal agency missions and requirements
Develop enterprise cloud architecture roadmaps, reference architectures, and migration strategies for federal clients
Lead cloud modernization initiatives including infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS), and software-as-a-service (SaaS) deployments
Ensure all solutions comply with FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST 800-53, Zero Trust Architecture, and other applicable federal security frameworks
Microsoft 365 & Modern Workplace
Architect and deploy comprehensive Microsoft 365 solutions including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Microsoft Purview across federal environments
Design identity and access management strategies leveraging Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), conditional access policies, and multi-factor authentication
Develop governance frameworks for M365 tenant management, data loss prevention (DLP), information protection, and compliance in regulated federal environments
Drive adoption of modern workplace and collaboration solutions aligned with federal workforce modernization goals
AI & Copilot Integration
Lead the strategic integration of Microsoft 365 Copilot across federal organizations, including readiness assessments, data governance preparation, deployment planning, and user adoption strategies
Design and develop custom AI-powered applications using Microsoft Copilot Studio, including intelligent chatbots, virtual agents, and automated workflows for federal use cases
Build AI-driven solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power Virtual Agents integrated with Copilot capabilities to streamline federal business processes
Architect solutions leveraging Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Services, and Azure Machine Learning to deliver mission-critical AI applications
Develop responsible AI frameworks ensuring federal AI deployments align with Executive Orders on AI, OMB guidance, and agency-specific AI governance policies
Technical Leadership & Delivery
Serve as the senior technical authority on complex federal financial agency engagement, providing input, architectural guidance, and oversight throughout the multi-year project lifecycle
Lead /participate in technical discovery sessions, workshops, and proof-of-concept demonstrations with federal stakeholders and C-suite executives
Coordinate with project leads, architects, engineers, and developers on best practices for Azure, M365, and AI solution delivery
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, DevSecOps, data analytics, engineering, and program management to deliver integrated solutions
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain trusted relationships with federal agency leadership, program managers, and technical teams
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences
Stay current on Microsoft product roadmaps, federal IT policy changes, and emerging AI/ML trends to proactively advise clients
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
10+ years of progressive experience in IT solutions architecture, with a minimum of 5 years focused on Microsoft Azure and M365 platforms
5+ years of direct experience supporting U.S. federal government clients (civilian or DoD)
Demonstrated expertise in designing and deploying Azure infrastructure including networking, computer, storage, security, and governance at enterprise scale
Proven experience with Microsoft 365 administration, governance, and security in regulated environments
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot (M365 Copilot and/or Copilot Studio) integration and deployment
Strong proficiency in Power Platform development (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Copilot Studio)
Working knowledge of Azure AI services including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Bot Framework, and AI Builder
Deep understanding of federal compliance frameworks: FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, CMMC, IL2-IL6, and Zero Trust Architecture principles
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
Ability to obtain a Public Trust/NACI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Microsoft Certifications (one or more strongly preferred):
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps or GitHub
Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender suite
Experience with GCC, GCC-High, or DoD Azure/M365 environments
Knowledge of SAFe Agile or ITIL frameworks in federal delivery contexts
Prior experience in a consulting or professional services environment
Understanding of Section 508 accessibility requirements for federal applications
Experience with federal Authority to Operate (ATO) processes
Final salary determination based on skill-set, qualifications, and approved funding.
Many of our jobs come with great benefits Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and may include the following:
Paid Time Off
PTO / Vacation 5.67 hours accrued per pay period / 136 hours accrued annually
Paid Holidays - 11
California residents receive an additional 24 hours of sick leave a year
Health & Wellness
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription
Employee Assistance Program
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life and AD&D Insurance
Spending Account
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Health Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Spending Account
Commuter Benefits
Retirement
401k / 401a
Voluntary Benefits
Hospital Indemnity
Critical Illness
Accident Insurance
Pet Insurance
Legal Insurance
ID Theft Protection
Teleworking Permitted?
Yes
Teleworking Details
Hybrid, telework and onsite days fluctuate based on projects
Estimated Salary/Wage
USD $165,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $178,000.00/Yr.
Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Native preference under PL 93-638.
We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program