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HQE Integrated Architecture Advisor

Department of the Air Force
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is being responsible for the designing and implementing a cohesive architecture that integrates data governance and data quality frameworks with data analytics tools and business system to support the development of a robust didgital analytic ecosystem.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/31/2026 to 04/06/2026
Salary
$186,207 - $209,600 per year
Pay scale & grade
EE 00
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Pentagon, Arlington, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Term
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
00
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
MRL2026-00363A
Control number
863221900

Duties

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Develop and maintain an integrated data architecture blueprint that aligns with strategic goals. This includes designing a framework that seamlessly integrates data governance, data quality, analytics tools, and business systems. A key responsibility is to implement and enforce data governance policies and data quality standards to ensure data integrity, privacy, compliance, accuracy, and reliability.

Collaborate with data stewards and owners to establish and maintain data governance frameworks. Provide technical guidance in selecting and deploying analytics tools. Act as a liaison between IT, data management teams, and business units to ensure the architecture meets all functional requirements. Additionally, advise cross-functional teams on architectural projects, manage project timelines and resources, and mentor junior team members.

Ensure the architecture is agile, scalable, and supports both current and future business needs. Work closely with business analysts and data scientists to effectively use analytics tools for generating insights. Communicate architectural decisions, plans, and strategies to stakeholders at all levels. Collaborate with external vendors to integrate third-party solutions. Monitor emerging technology trends to recommend and implement architectural improvements and promote innovation through continuous improvement initiatives.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Mobility is a condition of employment and appointment for SES members will be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement
  • Selected candidate must file a Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278) in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978
  • Position has been designated Critical-Sensitive and the selectee must have or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use IAW Exec. Order 12564, dated 14 Sep 86. Position requires that the incumbent sign a Drug Testing letter and pass urinalysis testing prior to appointment.
  • Position requires travel under conditions specified in the DoW Joint Travel Regulations. Incumbent is expected to travel on short notice to attend high-level meetings.
  • Position may require incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.
  • Position may be subject to the post-government employment restrictions of Sections 207(a) and (f) of Title 18, United States Code.
  • Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoW Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.

Qualifications

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position.

Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in for this position. HQEs contribute in a variety of occupational fields, such as soft and hard sciences, engineering, technology, human resources, business, transformation, education, medicine, languages, and logistics.

HQEs may be hired to mentor, lead, oversee, direct, manage, and or consult on DoW programs and initiatives, including high profile and fast track assignments.

HQEs serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Official and may be terminated at any time. When practicable, they should be given no less than 3-days' advance notice.

Additional requirements include: executive-level experience in IT/ET architecture concepts and program management to include emerging technologies not currently in use within the DoW; a high level of personal initiative, creative problem solving skills, and innovative thought; and the ability to present and defend independent positions at the highest levels of government.

Education

Basic Requirements

This standard allows eligibility through meeting either the requirements specified in the section titled Education or the requirements specified in the section titled Experience.

Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions

Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.

Additional information

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

A Resume-based Hiring Method will be used for this recruitment. A well-written 2-Page resume for this announcement should demonstrate the knowledge and experience listed in the duties section of the vacancy announcement. Applications will be evaluated against the position's requirements. Failure to meet the position duties and qualifications will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.

REMINDER: Before uploading your required PDF documents (Resume), please ensure they DO NOT EXCEED the noted page limits.

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen and Guardians, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

SALARY: $186,207.00 - $209,600.00 per annum. (Air Force Tier 1) HQE members are eligible for bonuses and/or ranks and stipends in addition to annual salary.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons.

Agency contact information

Hannah Lugo-Ascorbe
Phone
804-223-2515
Email
Hannah.Lugo_Ascorbe@us.af.mil
Address
AF Senior Executive Management
1040 Air Force Pentagon Room 4D
Washington, DC 20330
US

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