Solution Architect

Position: Solution Architect Location: Washington DC, (4 Days onsite, 1 day remote) Length: 3-month Contract to Hire Target Pay Range: $55 – $70 / hour Target Conversion Salary: $110K – 135K Work Auth: (TN, EAD-GC, GC, or US Cit.) – Must be eligible to work without requiring sponsorship now or in the future Benefits: This job may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) after 60 days Job Description: • Proven expertise in cloud platforms, with hands-on experience in Azure (preferred), AWS, and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). • Implement best practices across API design, mocking, testing, governance, security, and lifecycle management. • Identify and escalate technical roadblocks early, proposing alternative solutions to keep projects on track. • Proactively suggest architectural or process improvements to ensure long-term success and scalability of the solution. • Strong hands-on experience with API design (OpenAPI/Swagger), REST/GraphQL, API management platforms, and modern development practices. • Strong understanding of API governance, versioning strategies, and security models (OAuth, JWT, API keys) in enterprise environments. • Solid development background (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Node.js, or Java) with experience in CI/CD, scripting, and integrations. • Perform incident response and handling methodologies, including the supervision of protective or corrective measures when cybersecurity incidents or vulnerabilities are discovered. • Proven track record in application testing, QA, or DevOps environments strongly preferred • Participate in security assessments of vendors as a part of due diligence to determine risk Fand alignment with organizations minimum security standards established contracts for service. • Define and oversee the implementation of security policy configurations and procedures to safeguard critical infrastructure. • Provide system-related input on cybersecurity requirements to be integrated into statements of work and procurement documents. Qualifications: • Experience integrating with Cloud/SaaS applications, API’s, SDK of packaged applications and legacy applications. • In-depth knowledge of computer networking concepts, protocols, risk management processes, cybersecurity and privacy principles, cyber threats, and vulnerabilities. • Strong understanding of security architecture, risk assessment, and security controls. • Experience of successfully contributing to enterprise portfolios and delivering technical initiatives on time. • Excellent project management discipline—ability to scope work, manage timelines, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to make data-driven decisions and drive process improvements. Education and/or Experience: • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field. • A minimum of 5 years of experience in technical roles such as Solutions Architect, Professional Services Engineer, API Consultant, or similar. • Certifications such as COMPTIA Security +, Network +, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Manager (CISA) are highly desirable. Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. IND 005-010