Zolon is a leading MBE and 8(a) certified technology consulting and software development firm that helps Global 2000 clients plan their investment in technology, design and implement projects that drive competitive advantage, and manage critical applications to improve business performance. Headquartered in Washington DC metro area Zolon also has offices in Chicago, Ilinois for Midwest operations and Dallas, Texas for South West and West. We have an immediate opportunity for a Solutions Architect with Health Insurance; HIPAA transactions; Claims flow; Facets & NASCO experience required for 6 months’ temporary to permanent position with the largest Healthcare Insurer in the Owings Mills, MD, area. You are an ideal fit for this opportunity if you have previously worked as a Solutions Architect for a large Healthcare Insurance company, such as UnitedHealth, Aetna, Cigna or one of the Blues Plans like WellPoint or Highmark. Requirements: Must have prior experience in Health Insurance; HIPAA transactions; Claims flow; FACETS & NASCO * Requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related IT field or equivalent work experience. * Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred. * 5-7 years of experience in multiple IT areas and 2-3 years of relevant architecture experience. * Broad experience in project management execution of multiple enterprise level, mid-sized projects; experience in participating in multidiscipline, high-performance work teams/groups and demonstrated competency in developing efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems. * Broad experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale systems. * Prior specific experience in developing technical architectures. * Broad knowledge of information systems, spanning at least two to four component architectures. * Experienced in translating business strategies, across several business units, into effective solutions. * Excellent knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle. * Good understanding of design patterns and their application at all levels (conceptual, logical and physical). * Experience in 2 or more of the following: UML, SOA (including EA1 and B2B), Security, Data/ Informatics, business Rule Engines/workflow. Additional Skills: High level design, process flow, ability to learn fast. Must have good conversation / presentation / solicitation skills. Responsibilities: * Develops Solution Architecture High Level Design documents following established standards. * Collaborate and lead the full SDLC process - with subject matter expertise in Health Care / Insurance and Service Oriented architecture * Has a working knowledge of state-of-art programming languages and object-oriented approaches in designing, coding, testing and debugging programs. * Communicates with business owners and the technical delivery staff. * Works on more complex projects/issues that require in-depth knowledge across multiple technical areas and business segments. * Integrates existing infrastructure with new applications by selecting the technology that provides the best solution for business needs. * Responsible for design of applications based on business need and integration. * Publishes Design documents and educate the business area about their architecture. * Maintains knowledge of and apply industry best practices for architecture, participates in cross-functional component architecture teams, and develops future architecture and technology migration plans. * Evaluates and selects from existing and emerging technologies the options best fitting business and IT strategic needs. Since interviews are conducted through Phone and in person you must be able to interview at your own expense for you’re in person interview in the Owings Mills, MD area. We are flexible with work arrangements: W2 with or without benefits, temp to perm, or corp to corp. However, we prefer a candidate willing to work C2C at an all inclusive rate. Compensation varies depending on the specific opening and supply/demand of candidates at the time. Provide your desired compensation and work arrangements (W2, corp to corp, etc.) in your application. Consultants can mail resumes in word format with contact details, rate information to James at james@zolon.com Appreciate your quick response in this matter. Thanks & Regards James Zolon Tech Solutions Inc., 1101 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20004 Direct: (571) 366-8339 (202) 640-4365 x 303 Fax: (202) 640-4366 james@zolon.com www.zolon.com