Principal, Solutions Architect

Description

ICF isseeking aPrincipal Solutions Architectwith deepexpertisein 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’lldirectly support business development efforts, lead solutioning for proposals,writewhite 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 withinDHS and DoS.You’refluent in conversations with technical, mission, and business leadership.You’llhelp mature and formalize our AIand cloud services offerings, and expand ICF’s presence across DoD, DHS, and DoS. You understandDevSecOps, have worked with open-source tools, and are comfortable with low-code/no-code platforms.You'vesuccessfully led teams through the ATO process and are well-versed in NIST frameworks and security controls.

You’repassionate about automation, comfortable navigating the balance between legacy IT and modernapproaches, andcommitted 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 operationalteamspost-award

• Develop a technical vision and executable strategies that emphasize AI and drive measurable outcomes

• Architect scalable modernization solutions using open source, AI, low/no-code platforms, agile methods, and secure cloud frameworks

• Apply agile and AI/automation principles to multi-phase cloud migrations and enterprise IT delivery

• Serve as the technical authority across programs—overseeing architecture, innovation efforts, and engineering challenges

• Engage directly with customers to develop roadmaps and enable secure cross-domain integrations

• Drive performance improvements across programs andoptimizedelivery of IT services on contract

• Manage provider and vendor engagements to align with program technical milestones

• Mentor technical resources, lead governance structures, and ensure outcomes related to quality, security, and risk mitigation

• Lead technical evaluations, build proofs of concept, andfacilitatecustomer demos and buy-in

• Collaborate with leadership and technical teams to define requirements, missionobjectives, and strategic outcomes

• Act as the technical strategy lead—prescribing solutions, ensuring alignment, and promoting adoption across stakeholders

• Write and review technical documentation, SLAs, proposals, and strategic briefs

• Support proposal phases with detailed technical solutioning and key personnel documentation

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years designing and delivering scalable modernization solutions using open source andSaaS/PaaSplatforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Salesforce, Appian, AWS, Azure)

• 5+ years applying advanced AI and automation to streamline operations

• 5+ years architecting and implementing large-scale digital transformations (SaaS, cloud-native, AI-driven)

• 5+ Yearsdeveloping solutions for complextechnicalproposals

• 5+ years modernizing infrastructure and engineering at enterprise scale

• 5+ years leading large enterprise IT programs, with a proven record of delivery across infrastructure, systems, and applications

• 5+ years working with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google), serverless technologies, and managed services

• 5+ years implementingDevSecOps,IaC, and secure pipelines aligned with FISMA and NIST

• 5+ years modernizing legacy systems through microservices and containerization strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

• U.S. Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain Public Trust, Secret, orTop Secretclearance 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 theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEOpolicy.

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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 orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe 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:

$191,339.00 - $325,277.00

Reston, VA (VA30)