Lead Solutions Architecture – Federal Contracts Manager (Government)
Company websiteatt.com (AT&T, opens in new tab)
Base salary $158,200 to $237,400
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Columbia, MD
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- LocationColumbia, MD
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
This is a full-time onsite role based in the location(s) posted and is performed from the designated work location two days per week. No relocation is offered.
AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.
Our National Security Team supports our Nation’s warfighters, providing, operating, and assuring critical voice, video and collaboration services for the full spectrum of operations. The Contracts team provides specialized expertise, guidance and support to the program and represents AT&T to the Federal Government customer.
AT&T has an opening for Lead Solutions Architecture Federal Contracts Manager to support the Public Sector Business, providing indirect Contracts Management support to AT&T and its’ Federal Government customers.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
· Cradle to grave contracts management of Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Price and T&M type contracts.
· Knowledge of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
· Represent AT&T and interface with Customer Contracting Officials, including corporate signature authority
· Manage and maintain contract files
· Serve as a trusted advisor to contract PMO; provide guidance concerning contractual terms and conditions
· Manage multiple issues and clients’ requests simultaneously
· Advise Program Management team of their rights and obligations under the contract terms
· Review contract terms and conditions for completeness and consistency with corporate policies and standards
· Identify and mitigate risks
· Negotiate contract modifications, review & support change proposals and potentially follow-on work
· Issue contractual correspondence; attend meetings and briefings
Required Clearance:
TS/SCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)
Required Qualifications:
· Candidate must have a bachelor's degree
· 5+ years of experience managing Federal Government contracts including proposal preparation, contract negotiations and overall administration of assigned government contracts.
· Contract Management experience required with all contract types (primarily CPAF), working expertise with Federal Acquisition Regulation, and agency supplements.
· Excellent organizational, written and oral communications skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
· Experience with Government contracting issues such as conflict of interest, request for equitable adjustment, funding realignment, and security in government contracting.
· Candidate should have excellent administration skills, experience using Microsoft Office products, and ability to learn new computer applications.
· Position will work 100% in the office.
Desired Qualifications:
· Professional certification desired. A working understanding of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and experience with Intelligence agencies, DoD and Civilian agency contracts is desirable.


Our Lead Solutions Architecture jobs earn between $158,200.00 - $237,400.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Columbia, MarylandSalary Range:
$158,200.00 - $237,400.00AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.
Source: AT&T on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($158,200) is above 46% of the 49 Legal roles in Maryland listed on this site. Their median floor is $158,875; the middle half runs from $143,913 to $184,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingLead Solutions Architecture – Federal Contracts Manager (Government)$158,200 to $237,400
Principal Technology Security - ISSO (Government)$158,200 to $237,400
Lead Data/AI Engineering$158,200 to $237,400
Data & AI Solutions Architect$155,400 to $261,100
Principal Software Engineering - Reliability and FinOps Engineer$155,400 to $261,100
Director-Market Development$171,000 to $307,700
Principal Solutions Architecture$174,100 to $261,100
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Lead Solutions Architecture – Federal Contracts Manager (Government) (this listing) | $158,200 - $237,400 |
| Principal Technology Security - ISSO (Government) | $158,200 - $237,400 |
| Lead Data/AI Engineering | $158,200 - $237,400 |
| Data & AI Solutions Architect | $155,400 - $261,100 |
| Principal Software Engineering - Reliability and FinOps Engineer | $155,400 - $261,100 |
| Director-Market Development | $171,000 - $307,700 |
| Principal Solutions Architecture | $174,100 - $261,100 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-14
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Columbia, Maryland
Our Lead Solutions Architecture jobs earn between $158,200.00 - $237,400.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards th
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