Systems Architect/Technical Lead

Overview CVP is seeking a Systems Architect / Technical Lead to provide technical authority for NIH's custom forms-based ethics system. NIH supports approximately 18,000 users and processed 16,824 ethics reports in FY25. This role requires the ability to rapidly baseline the incumbent platform and develop a modernization path for a sensitive, audit-intensive application.  Responsibilities Provide technical authority for application architecture, forms/workflow design, and data/integration patterns  Lead security/ATO alignment, cloud/modernization strategy, and root-cause resolution  Design scalable seasonal workload architecture and secure handling of sensitive financial-disclosure information  Develop audit trails, reporting architecture, and role-based routing/certification patterns  Rapidly baseline the incumbent implementation technology and develop a modernization roadmap  Produce ARB artifacts and technical standards; mentor the engineering team  Qualifications Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance BS/BA + 10 years of relevant experience; OR MS + 5 years of relevant experience  10+ years of technical leadership experience  8+ years of enterprise system development/integration experience  3+ years on comparable scope/complexity efforts  Cloud/DevSecOps modernization experience  Deep forms/workflow application architecture experience  Strong knowledge of role-based routing/certification, secure handling of sensitive financial-disclosure data, and audit trail design  Ability to rapidly baseline incumbent architecture  Desired Skills NIH EPLC architecture/design artifacts knowledge  FISMA Moderate/RMF/ATO/JCAM and Public Trust Moderate (Tier 2) eligibility  DevSecOps/CI-CD, automated testing, and code quality proficiency  Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP); containers/IaC as appropriate  Government-approved AI-assisted code/test workflow experience  On-site availability when directed  Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000 (depending on experience) This position is contingent upon program award. We are proactively recruiting qualified candidates in advance of contract award. About CVP CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation. CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.