Microsoft certification in Power Platform required at start date (e.g., PL-100, PL-300, PL-400, PL-500, PL-900)
Willingness to obtain additional certifications (e.g., AB-410, AB-100) within 90 days
Advanced experience in architecting and deploying Microsoft Power Platform solutions
Proficiency in Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, Power Fx, and DAX
Experience integrating Power Platform with enterprise data sources
Detail-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills
Current DoD TS/SCI clearance eligibility required
Responsibilities
Serve as the senior technical advisor for Microsoft Power Platform solutions
Analyze mission requirements and recommend secure solution architectures
Design, develop, and maintain Power Platform applications and workflows
Build integrations with approved data sources and implement business logic
Develop and optimize Power Automate flows and RPA solutions
Create data models and analytics solutions in Power BI
Produce technical documentation and deliver training to stakeholders
Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and configuration management requirements
Benefits
Completely on-site work environment in Dahlgren, VA
Opportunity to work on high-impact government projects
Access to advanced training and certification opportunities
Engagement with diverse military and civilian stakeholders
Potential for career advancement within government contracting sector
Full Job Description
Cloud Platform Architect
Salary: $190K - $200K annually
This position will provide advanced technical expertise across the Microsoft Power Platform suite, translating mission and business requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions for a large government customer.
Work Location: Completely on-site in Dahlgren, VA.
Basic Required Qualifications and Skills:
At start date, possess one of the Microsoft certifications below:
PL-100 Power Platform Fundamentals
PL-300 Power BI Data Analyst Associate
PL-400 Power Platform Developer Associate
PL-500 Power Automate RPA Developer Associate
PL-900 Power Platform Fundamentals
Be willing to obtain one of these certifications within 90 days of starting position:
AB-100 Agentic AI Business Solutions Architect Expert (formerly PL-600)
Advanced-level experience with:
Architecting, developing, deploying, and sustaining Microsoft Power Platform solutions in an enterprise or government environment.
Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven), Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, Power Fx, and DAX
Experience with:
Integrating Power Platform solutions with authorized enterprise data sources and disparate systems.
Designing secure, scalable, high-performance solutions in a controlled or secure environment.
Developing technical documentation, SOPs, user guides, troubleshooting materials, training content, and leadership briefings.
Maintain technical and management certifications as per DoDM 8140.03
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with diverse military and civilian stakeholders.
Successful completion of privileged user account exam.
Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship.
All applicants must have current DoD TS/SCI clearance eligibility day one and prior to entry on duty.
Desired Qualifications and Skills: It is desirable that the candidate have the following qualifications:
Department of Defense or federal government experience preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This position will include, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
Serve as the senior technical advisor and subject matter expert for Microsoft Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and Dataverse.
Analyze mission requirements, gather stakeholder needs, and recommend secure, scalable, and supportable solution architectures.
Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain Power Platform applications, workflows, and data solutions supporting mission operations.
Build and manage integrations with approved data sources and implement business logic using Power Fx and related technologies.
Develop, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Power Automate cloud and desktop flows, including RPA solutions and legacy-system integrations.
Create data models, dashboards, reports, and analytics solutions in Power BI to support operational and leadership decision-making.
Apply Power Platform best practices for security, governance, configuration management, testing, deployment, and lifecycle sustainment.
Produce technical documentation, including solution designs, standard operating procedures, user guides, and troubleshooting materials.
Deliver training, workshops, and briefings to government stakeholders, citizen developers, system administrators, and leadership.
Resolve production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement improvements that enhance reliability, performance, and user experience.
Coordinate with stakeholders, technical teams, and security personnel to ensure successful solution delivery and deployment.
Ensure compliance with applicable DoD cybersecurity, accessibility, records management, and configuration management requirements.
