CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Principal Domain Architect (Hybrid)
Reston, VA
Jan 15, 2025
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Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE: 
Drives enterprise optimization by introducing capabilities (inclusive of all functions) for their domain of responsibility utilizing in-depth knowledge and expert skills to advance domain strategies.  Translates business needs for the domain into architectural solutions that meet performance, reliability and security expectations.  Applies enterprise roadmaps, principles, standards, and practices to drive their domain strategies and execution.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Leads preparation of domain architecture viewpoints and models depicting current, target, and interim states. Use current state viewpoints to identify and analyze pain points and opportunities (PPOs). Lead advanced modeling and analysis to meet the strategic needs of the organization with respect to system, information, functional/non-functional needs, performance and security/regulatory requirements. Create and utilize architecture patterns and ensure alignment with IT strategies and reference architectures. Ensure target state alignment and integration across architecture domains. Ensure upstream alignment / traceability to business needs via business architecture and downstream alignment / traceability with solution building blocks. Leads the extension / enhancement of domain architecture strategies, standards, and guidelines. Identify and support development of reusable domain patterns. 
  • Leads design, engineering and implementation of assets for internal use in solutions to improve solution quality; collaborate through implementation phase. Leads peer reviews and represent the architecture domain in briefings to the Architecture Review Board. Oversees publishing and maintenance of viewpoints / work products in the architecture repository, ensuring they are organized, accurate, and accessible. Disposition stakeholder comments / feedback received via project and non-project channels. Ensures that regulatory and compliance issues are addressed in solutions.
  • Leads collaboration with other teams (business and technical), key stakeholders, and partners to understand needs to maximize architecture impact and address technical limitations. Leads the evaluation/selection of a solution / product design that aligns with IT / Domain strategies, standards, and guidelines. 
  • Leads research emerging domain trends to determine their relevancy and fit for the organization.
  • Leads vendor evaluations and selection process broadly; leads vendor evaluation and selection for domain-specific tooling.  Represent the architecture domain in the drafting of RFIs/RFPs and the evaluation / scoring of vendor proposals.
  • Leads the development / enhancement of architecture domain methods and tools. Ensure the alignment / integration of domain architecture processes / deliverables with those of other architecture domains and SDLC disciplines. Leads development of domain related communications / education materiel for use with stakeholders and architecture / SDLC partners.
  • Leads domain assessments for most complex new / proposed projects for architecture impacts in support of annual planning, resource estimation, and alignment with IT strategy and enterprise architecture. Provide input to project, product, and enterprise technology roadmaps. Provide regular reporting on progress, issues, and opportunities related to architecture domain.

    (see domain specific roles and responsibilities for the ways these uniquely apply to each domain)


    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

    Licenses/Certifications:

    • Certified System Architect Upon Hire Preferred
    • Certified Information Systems Security Progressional (CISSP)
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CSSP)

    Experience: 10 years Experience in Architecture Domain

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Advanced degree Domain Specific Experience
    • Security Architecture and Design
      • Expertise in Security Frameworks: Familiarity with frameworks like TOGAF, SABSA, and NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
      • System Design Principles: Deep knowledge of designing secure systems, including principles of least privilege, defense in depth, and secure coding practices.
      • Thread Modeling: Ability to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities during design phases.
      • Lead the design and development of secure and resilient IT systems, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices like NIST and ICE 62443. Lead the design and execution of secure and resilient IT solutions (e.g. network segmentation, zero trust, vulnerability management, endpoint protection, remote access, IAM, IDS).
    • Network Security and Infrastructure
      • Firewall Management: Designing and implementation advanced firewall and intrusion prevention systems.
      • Secure Protocols: Knowledge of secure communication protocols and network architecture best practices.
      • Cloud Security: Experience in securing cloud environments including workload isolation and encryption.
    • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
      • Authentication Mechanisms: Expertise in multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and modern protocols like OAuth(2) and SAML.
      • Access Control Models: Implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) or Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC).
      • Privileged Access Management (PAM): ensure secure management of administrative accounts.
    • Compliance and Risk Management
      • Regulatory Knowledge: Understand of GDPR, HIPAA, PCI_DSS, ISO 27001, PHI, PII or other applicable compliance standards.
      • Risk Assessment: Ability to perform and manage risk assessments and integrate mitigations into the architecture.
      • Audit Readiness: Ensuring systems and architecture can withstand security audits and assessments.
      • Supporting the development of, managing and auditing Security policies, principles and standards relating to the security domain architecture.
    • Cryptography and Data Protection
      • Encryption Standards: Proficiency in encryption algorithms (AES, RSA, etc.) and their application in protecting data.
      • Data Classification and Protection: Implementing strategies for data loss prevention (DLP) and secure storage.
      • Key Management: Expertise in cryptographic key lifecycle management. 

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

    • Ability to motivate and influence others so that project objectives are met in a timely manner. 
    • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to develop high quality solutions.
    • Ability to coach, delegate, and develop architects and engineers.
    • Ability to managing cross-domain architecture solutions and issues.
    • Expertise with domain related architecture frameworks, methods and tools.
    • Effective organizational, interpersonal/relationship management, analytical, communications (written and verbal) and collaboration.
    • Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

    Salary Range: $150,000 - $268,125

    Salary Range Disclaimer

    The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

    Department

    Enterprise and Infrastructure

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer.  It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    Where To Apply

    Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

    Federal Disc/Physical Demand

    Note:  The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on health care programs.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position.  Occasional walking or standing is required.  The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects.  The associate must frequently talk and hear.  Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

    Sponsorship in US

    Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship

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