OpenText Systems Architect

Description
OpenText System Architect
Job Summary
B&A is seeking an experienced
OpenText System Architect (Systems Integration Architect)
to lead the design, integration, and management of large-scale, automated enterprise content management (ECM) systems in complex Health IT environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical and leadership expertise in
OpenText Content Suite
,
AppWorks
, and
Archive Center
, combined with a strong understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) systems integration and cybersecurity compliance. This role requires both strategic vision and hands-on technical implementation capabilities to support mission-critical DoD healthcare systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and integration of enterprise-level OpenText ECM solutions in Health IT environments.
• Develop scalable, secure solutions that align with enterprise strategies and DoD system requirements.
• Define and enforce architecture standards, best practices, and governance for system integration and content lifecycle management.
• Serve as the technical authority on all aspects of OpenText product implementation, configuration, and optimization, including Content Suite, AppWorks, and Archive Center.
• Supervise and mentor development and system integration teams, providing guidance on architecture, deployment, troubleshooting, and sustainment.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies and standards, including secure system design and data protection practices.
• Work with program managers, business analysts, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Lead solution assessments, feasibility studies, and analysis of alternatives to support technology recommendations.
• Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and implementation plans to support system accreditation and ongoing operations.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in Health IT and automated enterprise content management systems.

Required Skills

• CISSP certification (required).
• OpenText certification in Content Server or AppWorks (required).
• Proven experience architecting and integrating large DoD systems with multiple software components.
• Demonstrated technical management and supervisory experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Extensive hands-on experience implementing OpenText ECM products, including Content Suite, AppWorks, and Archive Center.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) health IT systems such as AHLTA, HAIMS, or MHS GENESIS.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF).
• Experience working with integration and workflow tools, data migration processes, and enterprise automation platforms.
• Understanding of agile and DevSecOps methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, GitLab, Jenkins).
• Strong understanding of interoperability standards, web services (REST/SOAP), and SOA architectures.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into actionable technical solutions.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable interacting with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Security Clearance

• Eligible to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

More About B&A
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.