Strategic IT Solutions Architect

#335 - Strategic IT Solutions Architect / Tech Lead (HHS) - $25K Signing Bonus

Transform Healthcare IT with Next Phase: Join Our Elite Team

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is looking for an exceptional Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect or Program Technical Lead with a passion for innovation in the healthcare IT domain. This role is critical in crafting transformative IT solutions for prestigious organizations within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) , including CMS, FDA, NIH, and others. We offer a $25,000 signing bonus to the right candidate who meets all specified requirements and successfully joins our team.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect/Program Technical Lead , you will be responsible for developing groundbreaking IT solutions that address the most complex challenges in government healthcare IT. With your deep expertise in HealthIT, AWS, software development, and emerging technologies like AI and Machine Learning, you'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design high-impact solutions, enhance government healthcare IT operations, and deliver winning proposals. This role also involves providing strategic guidance to senior federal leadership at HHS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their strategic objectives and technical needs within the healthcare IT space.
• Solution Architecture: Design scalable, secure IT solutions for federal systems, focusing on digital modernization, big data, and advanced analytics.
• Strategic Presentations: Develop and deliver persuasive presentations to senior federal leadership, ensuring solutions align with agency goals.
• Technology Leadership: Stay on the cutting edge of technology trends, advocating for and integrating innovative solutions into our proposals.
• Networking and Influence: Leverage personal relationships to create opportunities for direct engagement with Federal decision-makers.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Leadership Experience: Proven leadership experience as a Solutions Architect or Program Technical Lead supporting HHS, with established relationships being a significant advantage.
• Technical Mastery: Expertise in developing cloud-first solutions and data management strategies, as well as delivering technical briefings to senior government officials.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required; a Master's degree is highly desirable.
• Certifications: Industry certifications are strongly preferred.
• Availability: Ability to attend regular in-person meetings at the agency.

Residency Requirements:

• Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder, with residency in the U.S. for the past three years. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What We Offer:

• Significant Impact: Play a key role in transforming healthcare IT within federal agencies.
• Growth Opportunities: Access continuous learning and professional development, with opportunities for career advancement.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working three days in the office (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) and two days remotely.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a focus on work-life balance.

Ready to make an impact in healthcare IT? Apply today and join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence at Next Phase Solutions and Services.

Additional Information about this opening:

• Employees of Next Phase shall, as an enduring obligation throughout their term of employment, adhere to all information security requirements as documented in company policies and procedures
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment , with three days in the office per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) and two days working remotely
• We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement and exposure to exciting projects and initiatives
• This position is suited for candidates within commuting distance to Columbia, MD, and not eligible for a fully remote schedule
• As a healthcare and science research company, Next Phase embraces the CDC's recommendations on vaccine use. Unless qualified for a religious or medical exemption, employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19.
• We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and professional growth and development opportunities. If you meet the above requirements and seek a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
• The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only, not a compensation or salary guarantee. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other laws.

Salary Range:

• $115,000 - $200,000

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This range reflects a broad spectrum of potential candidates, with salary offers based on skills, experience, and expertise in the field.

Signing Bonus Edibility:

• The $25,000 signing bonus is contingent upon meeting all the above requirements and successfully completing the onboarding process.

Join Our Prestigious Team:

Seize the opportunity to join Next Phase Solutions and Services' prestigious team, where you'll tackle complex challenges, shape the future of healthcare IT, and leave an indelible mark on the industry. If you're ready to elevate your career, apply now and unlock the door to unparalleled professional growth and fulfillment.

ABOUT NEXT PHASE SOLUTIONS AND SERVICES, INC.

Innovation. It's What Defines Us.

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. provides insights and solutions for healthcare, engineering, and science research. Next Phase commits to creating an environment where our employees achieve their full potential, increase productivity, and expand their professional and personal horizons. We look for bright, innovative people who achieve results, understand the importance of being productive and supportive team members, and prioritize customer satisfaction. Next Phase leadership is looking for new leaders, scientific and technical subject matter experts, and technically savvy people interested in putting forth the effort and commitment needed to grow our company.

Will you join us to share in the success?

Benefits

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

HEALTH AND WELLNESS BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance (three healthcare plans to choose from), Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-sponsored Wellness Program

PERSONAL INSURANCE BENEFITS

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid AD&D Insurance
• Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

PAID LEAVE

• Competitive Paid-Time-Off Program
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity leave for mothers recovering from the birth of a child

RETIREMENT

• 401K plan with 5% employer contribution (employee contributions are not required to receive 5% employer contribution)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Employees are reimbursed for professional development activities, including classes, books, technical certification/testing fees, professional dues/subscriptions, professional licenses required for a position

PET INSURANCE

• Choose from two options to help keep your pets happy and healthy

COMPETITIVE BONUS PROGRAM

• At Next Phase, we believe in sharing our success with the employees who make it happen!

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

"EOE, including disability/vets"

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Qualification

Bachelor's Degree