Database Architect

Arlington, VA
Database Architect

Position Description
*Government Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly highly
desired
*This position is in Arlington VA, however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.
CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for a Database Architect within our Intel sector advancing the national
security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly
evolving technological advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver
state-of-the-art capabilities.
The Database Architect designs, builds, and manages an organization's data systems by creating blueprints and
models for new databases, ensuring data security, integrity, and performance, and establishing standards and
best practices for data storage and access. They work with various stakeholders to understand data needs and
design solutions that meet business goals, support applications, and ensure long-term scalability and
efficiency.
CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality,
scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced, outcome-driven mission.

Your future duties and responsibilities
• Design & Modeling: Create data models and blueprints for relational, NoSQL, and cloud-based databases to
meet organizational requirements.
• System Integration: Develop integrated data systems and ensure they work effectively with existing
infrastructure.
• Security & Integrity: Implement strategies and standards to protect data and maintain its accuracy and
consistency.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure databases operate efficiently, are scalable, and can handle growing data
volumes and user demands.
• Collaboration: Work with software developers, IT teams, and business leaders to align data strategies with
business objectives.
• Technology Selection: Evaluate and select appropriate database technologies and platforms.
• Policy & Standards: Establish policies, standards, and best practices for data management, operations, and
access.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 to 10 years of experience
• Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly highly desired
• Database Management Systems (DBMS): Proficiency with various database systems.
• SQL: Strong knowledge of SQL for database querying and management.
• Cloud Technologies: Expertise in cloud-based data storage and management solutions.
• Data Modeling: Skill in creating conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
• System Design: Ability to design robust, scalable, and secure data architectures.
• Problem-Solving: Capacity to identify and resolve issues related to database performance and functionality.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for
this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience,
relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward merit-based performance,
CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are
dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this
role in the U.S. is $100,000.00 - $200000.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at [email protected] . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

Posted 2025-09-29

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