NCI Semantic Architect (caDSR CDEs & ECCF)

NCI Semantic Architect (caDSR CDEs & ECCF)

Position Description

CGI Federal seeks a Semantic Architect to lead design, curation, and governance of Common Data Elements (CDEs) within NCI's caDSR and to develop/maintain enterprise conformance using the Enterprise Conformance and Compliance Framework (ECCF). The role ensures semantic interoperability across NCI programs by aligning data models to NCI EVS/NCIt and enterprise standards.

This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable

Your future duties and responsibilities

. CDE lifecycle management in caDSR . Author and curate CDEs; manage value sets; harmonize and retire elements as needed . Ensure ISO/IEC 11179 compliant metadata practices; maintain traceability and provenance

. ECCF development and conformance profiles . Develop ECCF viewpoints and conformance profiles; drive compliance across systems/interfaces . Collaborate with architecture and domain teams to enforce ECCF alignment in solution designs

. Semantic governance and standards alignment . Lead data standards governance boards; define policies, naming conventions, and approval workflows . Align to NCI EVS/NCIt, HL7, FHIR, and other agency standards as applicable

. Integration and enablement . Partner with data engineers and application teams to implement CDEs via APIs/services . Provide semantic mapping and guidance for CTRP, CTRO, and related program data flows

. Documentation, training, and stakeholder engagement . Produce semantic model documentation, change logs, and training materials . Conduct working sessions with CBIIT, program offices, and partner teams

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

. 7+ years in semantic data architecture, including 3+ years supporting NCI/NIH programs

. Hands on experience with caDSR CDE creation/curation and EVS/NCIt terminology services

. Proven ECCF development/maintenance experience and application to enterprise solutions

. Strong grounding in ISO/IEC 11179 metadata registries; familiarity with HL7/FHIR

. Demonstrated ability to operationalize governance across multi program portfolios

. Excellent communication and leadership skills within cross functional teams

Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:

. Experience integrating semantics into CI/CD pipelines and data services

. Experience with metadata driven APIs, schema registries, and validation frameworks

. Prior support to NCI/CBIIT with documented artifacts (CDE catalogs, ECCF profiles, governance charters)

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $91,800.00 $203,300.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

. Competitive compensation

. Comprehensive insurance options

. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

. Paid parental leave

. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

. Wellness and Well being programs

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