Solutions/Cloud Architect 4 (Hybrid)

*Contigent upon award

ON SITE: 2 days/week required and must be available for other on site meetings as required. 

Local Richmond area candidates preferred or must be within 1 hour's drive from Richmond due to the above on site requirements.

**Pls note: Manager will start with Virtual IVs but reserves the option to request a follow up IN PERSON IV if needed

Overview

Important to note bf you submit: this role is more of lead/oversight/guidance role vs hands on Cloud Architecture. 

This is more of The FAS Solution / Cloud Architect serves as a technical lead responsible for overseeing, governing, and guiding a new Fiscal Agent Services (FAS) technology solution that supports the Medicaid enterprise system and its business operations. This role works closely with business stakeholders, program leadership, vendors, and technical teams to ensure solutions align with Medicaid Program goals, federal and state regulations, enterprise architecture standards, and modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

·Oversee and guide technical implementation of a new Fiscal Agent Services module, as part of the Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) system

·Ensure solutions align with CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) guidelines, MITA maturity goals, interoperability standards, and federal modularity requirements.

·Lead architectural reviews, assess solution implementation, and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and technical policies.

·Evaluate system integration needs across modules such as Eligibility and Enrollment, Provider Services, Third‑Party Liability, Pharmacy, and Data Warehousing.

·Provide architectural guidance for system interfaces, data exchange standards, APIs, security models, and cloud adoption strategies.

·Develop architectural artifacts such as logical and physical diagrams, data flow documentation, integration patterns, and technical roadmaps.

·Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with NIST, HIPAA, state security policies, and other applicable controls.

·Participate in governance processes, review change requests, and ensure solutions are sustainable and maintainable.

·Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, business analysts, developers, and external partners throughout the solution lifecycle.

SkillRequired / DesiredYears of ExperienceArchitectural Modeling & Data Management – Proficiency in architectural modeling, data management concepts, and security best practicesRequired10 YearsCommunication & Stakeholder Engagement – Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and engage stakeholders effectivelyRequired10 YearsCollaboration – Experience working with vendors, system integrators, and multidisciplinary teamsRequired10 YearsCloud Platforms – Experience with Azure, AWS, or equivalent cloud environmentsRequired10 YearsHealthcare / Government Systems – Experience designing or supporting large-scale healthcare or government IT systems (e.g., Medicaid, MES)Highly Desired10 YearsMITA Framework & Interoperability – Strong understanding of MITA framework and federal interoperability requirementsHighly Desired10 YearsModern & Emerging Technologies – Knowledge of Node.js, Java, Angular, React, Python, REST, JSON, XML, X12, FHIR, HTML5Highly Desired10 YearsDatabases & ETL – Experience with databases, ETL tools, relational systems, SharePoint, X12, and legacy technologiesHighly Desired10 YearsEnterprise Architecture & Integration – Knowledge of SOA, APIs, cloud computing, ETL, and modular system designHighly Desired10 YearsMMIS / MES Experience – Prior experience with Medicaid Management Information Systems or Medicaid Enterprise SystemsHighly Desired8 YearsCertifications – Relevant certifications such as AWS or Azure Architect (or equivalent)Highly Desired8 YearsPublic Sector Experience – Experience in state government, public sector consulting, or large enterprise architecture rolesNice to Have8 Years