• Salesforce Solution Architect

    M&S Consulting (Washington, DC)


    M&S Consulting was conceived in 2002 with the vision of creating highly effective teams of elite consultants to deliver strategic process and technology solutions to enterprise organizations across the US. Our commitment to delivery in complex environments and long-term customer success has merged process and technology into innovative solutions, established deep pockets of expertise, and enabled innovative transformation for evolving businesses.

     

    We have intentionally cultivated steady growth focused on being approachable and helpful to our dearly valued clients and closely cared-for employees. M&S people simply “care hard”, and this reflects in our work products, our interactions, and our culture.

     

    M&S Consulting is seeking a Salesforce Solution Architect to work in Washington, DC. Candidate must possess an active Top Secret/PSI clearance to lead the design and implementation of Salesforce solutions tailored for a Federal Agency. This role involves working within a cleared environment and leveraging Salesforce GovCloud Plus to meet the unique compliance and security requirements of federal operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Salesforce architecture, extensive experience in federal IT systems, and a track record of delivering scalable and secure solutions.

    Key Responsibilities:

    1. Solution Design and Architecture:

    + Develop scalable, secure, and compliant Salesforce solutions using Salesforce GovCloud Plus.

    + Translate business requirements into technical designs, ensuring alignment wit federal standards and regulations.

    + Design data models, process flows, and integration strategies that optimize system performance.

    2. Implementation Leadership:

    + Lead the implementation of Salesforce solutions working with the Technical Architect to help drive custom development and configuration.

    + Ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet functional and non-functional requirements.

    + Oversee the development of prototypes, proofs of concept, and detailed technical documentation.

    3. Collaboration:

    + Collaborate with federal agency stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.

    + Work closely with project managers, developers, and business analysts to ensure successful project delivery.

    + Provide thought leadership and technical guidance to project teams.

    4. Compliance and Security:

    + Ensure solutions meet federal security and compliance standards, including FedRAMP, IL 5/6 and air gapped environments.

    + Work within the constraints of a cleared environment, adhering to all security protocols and procedures.

    + Conduct security assessments and implement best practices to safeguard sensitive data.

    5. Continuous Improvement and Innovation:

    + Stay informed about Salesforce advancements and their applicability to federal use cases.

    + Recommend and implement improvements to optimize system performance and user experience.

    + Advocate for the adoption of new features and technologies that align with agency goals.

    Required Qualifications:

    + Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

    Experience:

    + 8+ years of IT experience with at least 5 years in Salesforce architecture and solution design.

    + Proven experience implementing Salesforce in a federal or highly regulated environment.

    + Hands-on expertise with Salesforce GovCloud Plus.

    Certifications:

    + Salesforce Certified Solution Architect or equivalent certifications (e.g., Salesforce Application Architect, System Architect).

    + Relevant industry certifications are a plus.

    Skills:

    + Deep understanding of Salesforce architecture, including Lightning, Apex, Visualforce, and integrations.

    + Strong knowledge of federal compliance standards and security requirements.

    + Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

     

    Clearance: Active Secret/Top Secret/PSI clearance required.

     

    *M&S Consulting proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

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