Rhapsody Architect Dunhill Professional Search of Wilmington, Inc.Rhapsody ArchitectFairfax, VA$120,000–$160,000 / yearFull timeExperience in interface monitoring, troubleshooting, and implementing robust network security protocols—such as TLS 1.2 and certificate-based authentication—will be crucial for safeguarding sensitive health information and ensuring reliable connectivity across diverse network environments. You will be expected to ensure system scalability and optimize performance, while also supporting continuous testing and validation of Rhapsody interfaces to maintain seamless data exchange across a complex healthcare ecosystem.
Data Architect ValidaTek IncData ArchitectVAOur commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. Summary: The Data Architect is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise data strategies, architectures, governance frameworks, and integration solutions that support organizational and mission objectives.
NewAI Solutions Architect- Part Time T12 TECHNOLOGIES LLCAI Solutions Architect- Part TimeBaltimore City, MDRemotePart timeT12 Technologies LLC is a dynamic technology firm based in Baltimore City, MD, dedicated to delivering innovative and results-driven solutions to clients across industries. This is an exciting opportunity to shape cutting-edge AI strategies and deliver innovative technology solutions that make a real impact.
NewMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Solution Architect SteampunkMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Solution ArchitectMcLean, Virginia$175,000–$220,000 / yearThe Solution Architect works closely with government stakeholders, program leadership, developers, and functional analysts to translate business needs into effective technical solutions while providing technical leadership throughout the solution lifecycle. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform with strong communication and leadership skills to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions that support mission success.
Senior Application Architect United EducatorsSenior Application ArchitectBethesda, MD$168,000–$189,000 / yearCollaborate with business and technical stakeholders to translate strategic objectives and functional requirements into application architectures, REST API designs, and implementation approaches. Develop and maintain technical and business feature roadmaps in consultation with stakeholders; identify risks, track progress, and communicate status updates to project sponsors.
Sr. Network Architect SME System OneSr. Network Architect SMEWashington, District of ColumbiaThe ideal candidate is not only a subject matter expert in BGP, OSPF and VXLANs, but also a well-rounded network engineer who can support day-to-day operations, contribute to security and visibility platforms, and drive innovative improvements across the network. Design, implement, and operate modern data center fabrics (spine-leaf, VXLAN/EVPN) including integration with cloud and virtual infrastructure platforms with a focus on stability, scalability, and operational simplicity .
Solution Architect Innodata IncSolution ArchitectWashington, DC$70–$75 / hourOver an intensive 20-week phase, you''ll help stand up a data services storefront, a DataCard governance framework, synthetic data integration, and Databricks write-back capabilities. You''ll define the architecture for the data services storefront and own the DataCard governance framework that keeps our data trustworthy, documented, and compliant end to end.
Principal AWS Data Platform & ML Ops Architect (Remote, Continental United States) (Remote) ICA.aiPrincipal AWS Data Platform & ML Ops Architect (Remote, Continental United States) (Remote)Arlington, VARemoteStrong hands-on AWS architecture experience key for Data, AI, ML Engineering including S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, ECS, Fargate, or AWS Batch, Step Functions, SQS, SNS, and EventBridge, OpenSearch Service, Glue and Athena, SageMaker, IAM, KMS, and CloudWatch. We are results-focused and have a proven track record supporting federal agencies and large government services primes in three main areas: Research and Data Analysis, Advanced-Data Science, and Strategic Services.
Data & Information Architect Greenberg-Larraby, Inc. (GLI)Data & Information ArchitectWashington, DCDesign and implement comprehensive data architectures that encompass data management, data integration, and data governance across the organization. • Work alongside data engineers, analysts, and business teams to ensure seamless data integration and availability for analysis.
AV Architect By Light Professional IT Services LLCAV ArchitectHanover, MarylandCompany Overview: By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. When extending an offer, By Light also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions.
MCP Architect / AI Integration Consultant ConsultNetMCP Architect / AI Integration ConsultantWashington, DCThis individual will help accelerate the design and deployment of enterprise AI capabilities by building scalable, secure MCP infrastructure that enables LLMs and AI agents to interact with internal systems, APIs, workflows, and enterprise data sources. For over 25 years, we have connected thousands of consultants with meaningful roles through a personal, communication-driven approach, partnering with a diverse client base to build high-performing teams and create lasting impact.
Principal AWS Data Platform & ML Ops Architect (Remote, Continental United States) ICA.aiPrincipal AWS Data Platform & ML Ops Architect (Remote, Continental United States)Arlington, VARemote$170,000–$174,000Strong hands-on AWS architecture experience key for Data, AI, ML Engineering including S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, ECS, Fargate, or AWS Batch, Step Functions, SQS, SNS, and EventBridge, OpenSearch Service, Glue and Athena, SageMaker, IAM, KMS, and CloudWatch. We are results-focused and have a proven track record supporting federal agencies and large government services primes in three main areas: Research and Data Analysis, Advanced-Data Science, and Strategic Services.
Senior Engineer, Application Security CventSenior Engineer, Application SecurityTysons Corner, VirginiaFull timeLead the development of security agents and AI tooling — define the architecture for LLM-integrated workflows (via APIs and MCP connectors), set patterns for tool/function design, and decide build-vs-buy across the toolchain. This isn't someone who just uses AI tooling — it's someone who architects it: agentic systems that automate threat modeling end to end, AI-assisted vulnerability management, and self-serve security capabilities that change how an engineering org works.
Mission System Data Architect Booz Allen Hamilton IncMission System Data ArchitectChantilly, VA$99,000–$225,000 / yearAs a data architect on our national security team, you'll use your extensive technical expertise to lead the design of data architecture solutions for large-scale data solutions such as ingest, analytics, enrichment, and security. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Systems Architect / Technical Product Lead (All levels) Redwire CorpSystems Architect / Technical Product Lead (All levels)Chantilly, VAThis role blends systems full‑stack technical expertise and product leadership to ensure corporate modeling, simulation, digital‑threads, and software capabilities are coherent, scalable, secure, and aligned with mission and business objectives. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Chief Architect NTT DATA Group CorpChief ArchitectWashington, DCJob Duties: Assist, as requested, in the development and implementation of the client''s Business Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provides Architecture Consultancy. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses.
ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (305) iTech AGServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (305)Arlington, VirginiaAdditionally, iTech AG is looking for an architect who can support growth through consulting services including: business capture, customer demos, and proposal activities including orals as a subject matter expert, technologist, and proposal content creator with a focus on ServiceNow and IT modernization solutions. QUALIFICATIONS Hands on experience building ServiceNow solutions and managing ServiceNow employee experience solutions with Proven experience in ServiceNow ITSM & ITAM/EAM implementations, as a Architect.
Senior Appian Practice Solution Architect ICFSenior Appian Practice Solution ArchitectReston, VirginiaThis is a high-visibility, senior architect role for someone who can operate as a “Swiss army knife” across the Appian practice: leading technical solutioning for priority pursuits, shaping client conversations, building and guiding demos and proofs of value, advising delivery teams, supporting Appian license and pricing discussions, and helping mature reusable practice assets. The Senior Appian Practice Solution Architect will support ICF’s Appian Practice growth strategy by leading technical solutioning for high-priority pursuits, shaping early-stage client engagements, developing reusable demo and proposal assets, and providing senior-level architecture support to delivery teams as needed.
NewLead Salesforce Architect Bright Vision TechnologiesLead Salesforce ArchitectSterling, VARemote$175,000–$200,000 / yearThe ideal candidate has architected Salesforce at enterprise scale, holds strong opinions on declarative versus programmatic trade-offs, and brings deep platform mastery combined with practical architectural judgment. Job Summary We are seeking a Salesforce Technical Architect to design and govern enterprise Salesforce implementations across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, Marketing Cloud, and Industry Clouds.
Kong Architect PeopleNTech LLCKong ArchitectAlexandria, VALead customers through their full API lifecycle journey, including remote preparation and delivering technical workshops for architects, developers, security, and operations teams. Develop and contribute to technical documentation, reference architecture, design patterns, blogs, and knowledge base articles based on real-world experiences.
ServiceNow Architect - Field Service Management (FSM) (375) iTech AGServiceNow Architect - Field Service Management (FSM) (375)Arlington, VirginiaThis role owns the Technical Solution Document (TSD), defines integration and security patterns, and collaborates with the iTech Solution SME, the Intelas Product Owner, iTech Master Architects (Dustin Barre and Allen Andreas), and dispatch/field operations teams using ServiceNow's Now Create methodology — including data migration from teamCHAMPS/Nuvolo and integrations to OEM, RFID/RTLS, logistics, FDA/recall, and Snowflake. This is a senior, architect-level role responsible for owning the end-to-end FSM solution design on the ServiceNow platform and the integration architecture that connects it across multiple ServiceNow products — FSM, Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)/CMDB, Customer Service Management (CSM)/Service Portal, Virtual Agent, IntegrationHub, and AI/Now Assist.
Senior Engineer, Application Security Cvent, Inc.Senior Engineer, Application SecurityTysons Corner, VALead the development of security agents and AI tooling - define the architecture for LLM-integrated workflows (via APIs and MCP connectors), set patterns for tool/function design, and decide build-vs-buy across the toolchain. This isn't someone who just uses AI tooling - it's someone who architects it: agentic systems that automate threat modeling end to end, AI-assisted vulnerability management, and self-serve security capabilities that change how an engineering org works.
Enterprise Architect ICFEnterprise ArchitectBaltimore, Maryland$98,614–$167,644 / yearExperience working with enterprise collaboration and planning tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, or M3652+ years of experience supporting portfolio modernization, shared services, or enterprise platform initiatives2+ years of experience supporting architecture decisions involving cloud, mainframe, distributed, or hybrid environments. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
AI Solutions Architect T12 TECHNOLOGIES LLCAI Solutions ArchitectBaltimore City, MDRemoteFull timeThis is a hands-on architecture role for a senior consultant who has taken multiple AI systems from concept to production at enterprise scale and can translate complex business requirements into robust, secure, and maintainable technical designs. • Design end-to-end architectures for enterprise AI and LLM-based solutions, including data pipelines, model integration, orchestration, and deployment patterns.
Network Architect Jcd StaffingNetwork ArchitectWashington DC, District of Columbia$165,000–$170,000 / yearResponsibilities Architect and create roadmaps for all Infrastructure related technology, participates in conversations with vendors and internal business customers on long-term business goals and objectives, support fiscally reasonable designs and architecture, manages Life Cycle Management (LCM) for Infrastructure technologies, participates in project management efforts including Intake, Preliminary Design, Gather Requirements, architecture review boards and project oversight. Participates in the design and documentation of target architecture; evaluate and project capacity growth; ensure scalable and flexible core technologies; stay abreast of industry trends and to quickly assess new products; use KPI's and effective metrics to improve key processes; bridge knowledge with peers across typically separate areas infrastructure landscape.
Proposal Solution Architect VivSoft TechnologiesProposal Solution ArchitectHerndon, VARemoteRequired Qualifications 5+ years architecting enterprise solutions across at least three of the following: large scale cloud apps, data engineering, cloud engineering (AWS, Azure, or GCP), AI/ML, or DevSecOps. Own the technical solution for proposals, RFIs, market surveys, and white papers, ensuring narratives clearly articulate strategy, tradeoffs, business value, mission impact, and operational alignment.
Solution Architect InnodataSolution ArchitectWashingtonOver an intensive 20-week phase, you'll help stand up a data services storefront, a DataCard governance framework, synthetic data integration, and Databricks write-back capabilities. You'll define the architecture for the data services storefront and own the DataCard governance framework that keeps our data trustworthy, documented, and compliant end to end.
Senior Enterprise Architect ICFSenior Enterprise ArchitectBaltimore, MarylandPay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. We are seeking an Enterprise Architect to provide architecture leadership across a complex enterprise IT environment undergoing modernization, governance maturation, and cross-system coordination.
Principal Data & AI Architect – Operations & Asset Analytics SOMERSET STAFFINGPrincipal Data & AI Architect – Operations & Asset AnalyticsWashington, DCRandstad is seeking a high-caliber Principal Data & AI Architect Operations & Asset Analytics to lead the end-to-end delivery of enterprise data, advanced analytics, and AI/GenAI solutions within the rail and transportation operations domain for a major Washington, DC-based client. Build Scalable Data Pipelines: Design, optimize, and oversee production data pipelines utilizing Databricks Workflows and the Medallion Architecture to ingest and curate complex sensor feeds, inspection records, maintenance histories, and operational/financial datasets.
SAP HANA Solutions Architect Bright Vision TechnologiesSAP HANA Solutions ArchitectSterling, VARemoteFull timeThe ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in HANA-native modeling — including calculation views, CDS views, AMDPs, and SQLScript — with strong performance-tuning skills and a clear understanding of HANA internals. In this role you will translate complex business and analytics requirements into performant HANA models, and you will be the go-to expert for diagnosing and resolving HANA performance issues across the SAP landscape.
Systems Architect Peraton IncSystems ArchitectHerndon, VA$135,000–$216,000 / yearThe SITE III DO contract is designed to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to requirements engineering, solutions architecture, scheduling, reliability, resiliency, service development, integration, testing, maintainability, and analysis across the National apparatus of Defense Intelligence, Combatant Commands, Partner Nations, and other Federal Agencies. Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.
GCP GenAI/ Agentic AI Architect pik PeopleNTech LLCGCP GenAI/ Agentic AI Architect pikAlexandria, VAExperience working with Vector databases & design & deploy RAG pipelines, MCP Servers & A2A Implement robust LLMOPs - for continuous integration, deployment, monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting mechanisms for GenAI applications. Design & Implement Agentic AI systems using agent frameworks (AutoGen, LangGraph, CrewAI, etc.) to build multi-agent and goal-oriented systems.
Enterprise Architect- Real-Time Data Engineering & Streaming Platforms PeopleNTech LLCEnterprise Architect- Real-Time Data Engineering & Streaming PlatformsAlexandria, VA$150,000–$160,000 / yearThis role is suited to a senior engineering leader with deep expertise in streaming architectures and large-scale data platforms, combined with the ability to lead engineers while remaining close to the code, architecture, delivery, and production operating model. This is a hands-on engineering leadership role for someone who can write production-quality software, shape technical direction, lead teams, and run low-latency, resilient, and secure streaming platforms at scale in production.
Senior NetApps Storage Architect ManTechSenior NetApps Storage ArchitectLaurel, MDSedentary work, speaking, standing, talking, walking, working with computers, working with data, working with numbers and figures, ability to handle stress & work under pressure, ability to use MS Office and a PC, analytical or critical thinking skills, leadership and listening skills, multi-tasking, ability, negotiating skills, oral & written communication skills, presentation skills, project management ability and skills, computer operating skills, and team building skills. This role supports infrastructure associated with Data Center & Computing Services, Integrated Product Teams (IPT), and vendors to deliver services to ManTech’s customers in the IC.
NewSystems Architect, Senior Advisor Peraton IncSystems Architect, Senior AdvisorSpringfield, VA$146,000–$234,000 / yearExperience in government or industry in relevant work areas including: DoD/IC Acquisition Process, SAFe Agile acquisition product ownership, merging disparate architectures, CONOPS development, defining a vision for future work based on incomplete requirements, conducting imagery and/or geospatial analysis. Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
Zero Trust Architect System OneZero Trust ArchitectGreat Falls, VirginiaRemoteThis role is ideal for a senior-level architect who can operate both strategically and hands-on—owning assessments, defining architecture, and helping drive implementation across Zero Trust pillars. We’re supporting a key Zero Trust transformation effort with the FDIC, focused on modernizing security architecture across enterprise systems.
AWS Cloud Security Engineer System OneAWS Cloud Security EngineerMcLean, VARemoteSupport alignment with security and compliance frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks, NIST, HIPAA, FedRAMP, and SOC 2. • Assist with incident detection, investigation, response, and audit trail maintenance across AWS accounts and services. • Strong hands-on knowledge of AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, CloudFront, Route 53, IAM, CloudTrail, AWS Config, and KMS.
Senior Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales (DC Metro) Semperis LtdSenior Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales (DC Metro)Washington, DCPartner with the Sales team to develop requirements documents, presentations, proposals, and ROI models, and coordinate with a team of support specialists, consultants, or project managers to execute sales objectives or to ensure that all pre-sales customer requirements are documented and transitioned. Maintain expert knowledge of Semperis products to develop and present unique solutions, and maintain knowledge of emerging trends in related technology areas.
Cyber Solutions Architect Director Booz Allen Hamilton IncCyber Solutions Architect DirectorMcLean, VA$162,800–$303,000 / yearThe Opportunity: Lead the visioning, technical architecture, development, and implementation of strategic cybersecurity solutions using various systematic approaches, listening to multiple viewpoints, determining the course of action for addressing complex problems, architecting solutions, authoring original text, and leading consensus-building discussions with colleagues and clients in multiple settings. Experience with thought leadership across the technology ecosystem, including a reputation as a luminary in the federal civilian cybersecurity community, and implementing innovative and differentiated cybersecurity solutions leveraging emerging technology, automation and orchestration, AI, ML, quantum, and cloud, and in federal civilian security policy application for large, complex federal organizations.
Missile Defense Systems Architect, Senior Booz Allen Hamilton IncMissile Defense Systems Architect, SeniorArlington, VA$86,800–$198,000 / yearKnowledge of Systems Modeling Language (SysML), DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), Zero Trust principles, and cybersecurity frameworks. Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining software messaging bus systems using protocols and frameworks such as Java Message Service (JMS), Zenoh, MQTT, gRPC, or Protocol Buffers (ProtoBuf).
DFR Solutions Architect Motorola Solutions IncDFR Solutions ArchitectWashington, DC$85,000–$95,000 / yearPerform comprehensive technical troubleshooting of network configurations (e.g., cellular modem/routers, APN profiles, VPNs, and priority/preemption networks like FirstNet), PC/OS updates, and drone hardware/uplink connections. This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent fingerprint background check administered by Motorola Solutions Inc. customers.
AWS (AABG) Mid-Market Technical Architect Accenture PlcAWS (AABG) Mid-Market Technical ArchitectArlington, VAServe as the primary subject matter expert on Mid-Market AWS Business Group (AABG) solutions during sales pursuits, participating in client-facing presentations, orals, solution workshops, and RFP/RFI responses to articulate Accentures technical vision and differentiated capabilities. Responsibilities: Design and develop reusable Enterprise Cloud Architecture, Data & AI solution assets - including reference architectures, accelerators, frameworks, and proof-of-concept templates - that enable delivery teams to demonstrate value quickly and shorten time-to-value for client engagements.
Splunk Architect Tata Consultancy Services LtdSplunk ArchitectWest Friendship, MD$95,000–$110,000 / yearMaintain ongoing collaboration with Progressive internal teams to stay informed of evolving data strategies, technology shifts, regulatory needs, and future initiatives. Support team capability building and skill development through training, best practice adoption, knowledge sharing, and reduction of key person dependencies.
Cloud Architect Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.Cloud ArchitectMclean, VA$62,000–$141,000 / yearOnsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Systems Architect Redhorse CorporationSystems ArchitectChantilly, VAActual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, security clearance level, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. We’re looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.
Chief Architect Redhorse CorporationChief ArchitectChantilly, VAWe’re looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets. By leveraging your expertise in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and cloud-native services, you will directly influence how the government incorporates AI, machine learning, and advanced data processing into national security missions.
AI and ML Solutions Architect, Lead Booz Allen Hamilton IncAI and ML Solutions Architect, LeadAshburn, VA$112,800–$257,000 / yearThe Opportunity: Design and implement effective artificial intelligence (AI) solution architecture or strategy utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and methods to address clients' business problems and needs, while complying with the organization's strategies, business goals, and key ethical considerations. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
ICAM Architect Trinity Global ConsultingICAM ArchitectChantilly, VirginiaDefine and maintain the enterprise ICAM architecture across PEP/PIP, EMS, and RPMS modernization, ensuring alignment with NGA's Zero Trust and ICAM strategic framework, including transition from the legacy PDP to JBlocks. Partner with the Technical Lead to validate modernization roadmaps, architectural decisions, and integration strategies for on-prem and cloud-native, microservices-based ICAM components.
Enterprise Architect, Lead Booz Allen HamiltonEnterprise Architect, LeadMcLean, VirginiaExperience ensuring compliance with U.S. government cyber compliance, including Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Requirements Guides (SRG), System Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and mitigating risks in technology implementation and operations. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
AI And ML Solutions Architect, Lead Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.AI And ML Solutions Architect, LeadAshburn, VA$112,800–$257,000 / yearThe Opportunity: Design and implement effective artificial intelligence (AI) solution architecture or strategy utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and methods to address clients' business problems and needs, while complying with the organization's strategies, business goals, and key ethical considerations. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.