Data Architect C2C jobs Hybrid Virginia Beach, VA

Position: Data Architect
Location: Virginia Beach, VAHybrid
Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Only locals within 30 miles

Implementing data governance and metadata management tools
ETL Pipeline development

Key Responsibilities:
Data Architecture & Strategy
Design and maintain comprehensive data architecture frameworks spanning both Paradigm’s
credentialing platform and @Gov’s government systems.
Develop data models, database schemas, and integration patterns that support digital credentials,
transcripts, apostilles, and vital records.
Create and enforce data governance policies ensuring compliance with FERPA, state regulations, and
government data security standards.
Define data standards and metadata management strategies across both platforms.
Lead the technical strategy for data integration between legacy systems and modern cloud-based
solutions.
Security & Compliance
Ensure data architecture meets SOC2 Type II requirements and government security standards.
Design and implement data encryption, access controls, and audit mechanisms for sensitive credential
and vital record data.
Collaborate with security teams to conduct threat modeling and implement data protection measures.
Maintain compliance with privacy regulations, including FERPA, state data protection laws, and records
retention requirements.
Platform Integration & Development
Architect data pipelines and ETL processes for credential issuance, verification, and digital record
management
Design APIs and integration layers that enable secure data exchange with educational institutions and
government agencies.
Work with development teams to implement data solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or
similar)

Optimize database performance and scalability to handle high-volume credential processing and
verification requests.
Analytics & Reporting
Design data warehousing and business intelligence solutions supporting operational and strategic
decision-making.
Create data models that enable reporting on credential issuance, verification trends, and system usage
across both platforms.
Develop KPIs and metrics frameworks to measure platform performance and customer satisfaction.
Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders at both Paradigm and @Gov to translate
business requirements into technical solutions.
Mentor development teams on data best practices, modeling techniques, and architectural patterns
Document data architecture, create technical specifications, and maintain architecture decision records.
Participate in vendor evaluations and technology selection for data-related tools and platforms.

Qualifications

Required Experience:
Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field (masters preferred)
7+ years of experience in data architecture, database design, and enterprise data management
Strong expertise in relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases
(MongoDB, DynamoDB)
Proven experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern data stack technologies
Deep understanding of data modeling techniques, normalization, and dimensional modeling
Experience with ETL/ELT tools and data integration platforms
Strong knowledge of data security principles, encryption methods, and access control frameworks
Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python, Java, or similar)
Experience with API design and RESTful web services
Understanding of compliance requirements (SOC2, FERPA, or government regulations)

Preferred Experience:
Experience in education technology, credentialing systems, or government IT sectors
Knowledge of digital credential standards (Open Badges, W3C Verifiable Credentials, Blockcerts)
Familiarity with blockchain or distributed ledger technologies for credential verification
Experience with government systems, apostille processes, or vital records management.
Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar
Experience with data governance frameworks and master data management
Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) systems
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Physical Requirements:
This is primarily an office-based job that may require sitting for extended periods of time working on a
computer.
Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
Good vision, with or without corrective lenses, to sustain adequate visual focus over a period of time.
Fine motor skills, including, but not limited to, the full, complete use of and muscle control required to
make precise hand movements, relative to tasks requiring hand-eye coordination, muscle coordination
and dexterity.