Jobs in Columbia, MD

About the role

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is looking for an exceptional Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect or Program Technical Lead with a passion for innovation in the healthcare IT domain. This role is critical in crafting transformative IT solutions for prestigious organizations within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) , including CMS, FDA, NIH, and others. As a Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect/Program Technical Lead , you will be responsible for developing groundbreaking IT solutions that address the most complex challenges in government healthcare IT. With your deep expertise in HealthIT, AWS, software development, and emerging technologies like AI and Machine Learning, you’ll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design high-impact solutions, enhance government healthcare IT operations, and deliver winning proposals. This role also involves providing strategic guidance to senior federal leadership at HHS. This position is suited for candidates within commuting distance to Columbia, MD, and not eligible for a fully remote schedule Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. provides insights and solutions for healthcare, engineering, and science research. Next Phase commits to creating an environment where our employees achieve their full potential, increase productivity, and expand their professional and personal horizons. We look for bright, innovative people who achieve results, understand the importance of being productive and supportive team members, and prioritize customer satisfaction. Next Phase leadership is looking for new leaders, scientific and technical subject matter experts, and technically savvy people interested in putting forth the effort and commitment needed to grow our company. As a Senior Strategic IT Solutions Architect/Program Technical Lead , you will be responsible for developing groundbreaking IT solutions that address the most complex challenges in government healthcare IT. This role also involves providing strategic guidance to senior federal leadership at HHS.

What you'll bring

• Leadership Experience: Proven leadership experience as a Solutions Architect or Program Technical Lead supporting HHS, with established relationships being a significant advantage.
• Technical Mastery: Expertise in developing cloud-first solutions and data management strategies, as well as delivering technical briefings to senior government officials.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required
• Availability: Ability to attend regular in-person meetings at the agency.
• Certifications: Industry certifications are strongly preferred.
• At Next Phase, we believe in sharing our success with the employees who make it happen!
• We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic safeguarded by federal, state, or local laws.
• Our commitment at Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is to hire and promote the most qualified individuals for our positions.
• "EOE, including disability/vets"
• NEED ASSISTANCE?
• If you are a person with a disability who requires assistance with the electronic submission process, please email us at
• HRDirector@npss-inc.com.

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