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title: 'Appian Architect (DISA) at Horizon Industries'
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# Appian Architect (DISA) at Horizon Industries

- **Company:** Horizon Industries
- **Location:** Remote
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-09-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/horizonindustrieslimited/jobs/5422342008

## Job description

Appian Architect  (DISA)

Location: Remote, USA. Occasional travel may be required.

Citizenship & Clearance : This position would require US Citizenship.

Type - Future Opportunity : Proposal

Who we are:

Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. Founded in 1996, Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) has evolved into a company of highly qualified professionals that provides full-cycle IT Consultant and Management support in both the private and public sectors.

Horizon’s culture is based on our core values, and we PRIDE ourselves on a diverse, employee, and family-centric approach.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently seeking an Appian Architect for a full-time, remote position supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)

We are an organization that is committed to your growth and success in the IT software development industry and looking for an Appian Architect who is ready to assume leadership responsibilities in a supportive team environment that is focused on your success as a function of client success.

What your day-to-day will look like / Duties:

- Work closely with clients, product owners, and stakeholders to design and implement software solutions that best meet business needs.
- Will plan, lead, and manage resources on complex Appian software development projects.
- Opportunity to mentor and develop Junior and Senior Appian Developers and maintain technical knowledge.

What we would like to see on your resume/ Required Skills:

- 4 to 5 years leading Appian software development teams.
- Have previous experience with databases and system integration.
- 8 to 10 years working on software development engagements (Appian preferred)
- Possess experience in an Agile environment.

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as software engineering, engineering, computer science, etc.

What will make you stand out as a candidate:

- Good communication
- Have a variety of technical expertise including process modeling, user interface design, and data modeling.
- Able to identify and evaluate new or alternate technologies to gill technical or functional gaps of the applications.
- Possess a higher level of experience in requirement discovery, BPM Best practices, and the design and build of BPM applications, and can lead a team in these activities.
- Can manage the finances of the assigned work area (client-facing or internal).
- Worked in a variety of industries and leveraged their diverse experience throughout project planning, execution, and delivery.
- Can assess how the created/updated Appian objects and pull requests fit into the bigger picture and spot major logic errors.
- Ability to communicate technical requirements across enterprise applications.
- Certification: Senior Developer (Level 3) Appian Certification
- Mentorship skills

Why you will succeed at Horizon:

Horizon works at the forefront of new Appian features and development practices and supports its employees in being trained and certified in the latest and greatest. As we continue to expand and grow the Horizon brand around the globe, we want to ensure that our team members are growing with us, as you are a vital part of our success story.  This is a great opportunity for us to invest in our employees by supporting them with the right skills and tools to be successful in their careers.

You will find a career map with a focus on someone who wants to specialize in a technical track or a people management track.  We will provide you with a series of personal and professional development opportunities to ensure you have the support and tools necessary to grow and achieve your goals. This includes personal career coaching and mentoring opportunities, among other initiatives.

Why you will love working with us/ Perks:

- A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
- a 401 (k) program where you are 100% vested from day one with an employer match after 90 days.
- An Educational Assistance program.
- a Student Loan Repayment Program
- Gym Reimbursement Program.
- Paid Time off
- Dynamics, a passionate, multi-disciplinary team of creative minds to work with, and many more.

Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider all applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

EOE/Vet/Disabled

## About Horizon Industries

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Horizon Industries delivers innovative IT and management consulting solutions, with a focus on low-code platforms, cyber security, and digital transformation for federal and enterprise clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held)
- **Headquarters**: Vienna, Virginia, United States (Tysons Corner area)
- **Founded**: 1996
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: IT Services and IT Consulting
- **Target Customers**: U.S. Federal agencies (e.g., Department of State, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Washington Headquarters Service), enterprise commercial clients, and global affiliates
- **Mission**: “To help our clients achieve meaningful business outcomes by placing their goals at the center of everything we do. We deliver measurable results through innovative solutions, high-performing multidisciplinary teams, and the strategic use of cutting-edge technologies.” [hil.us](https://hil.us/about-us/)

## Products & Services
- **Low-Code / Appian Development**: Full lifecycle support for Appian-based solutions including business strategy analysis, system development, deployment, and operations – heavily used for federal clients like DoS and DTRA. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/)
- **Cyber Security**: Lifecycle engineering support for cyber security technologies – evaluation, deployment, and operation of selected toolsets. [hil.us](https://hil.us/)
- **Digital Transformation & IT Consulting**: End-to-end capabilities including data, automation, digital platforms, and strategic consulting to drive measurable outcomes. [hil.us/about-us](https://hil.us/about-us/)
- **Management Consulting**: Business strategy analysis, business system development, and operations support. [hil.us](https://hil.us/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metrics**: Annual revenue of $7.7M (estimated from LinkedIn data) | Headcount: ~120 employees (+11.6% YoY growth) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/horizon-industries-limited)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed (privately held without reported funding rounds)
- **Growth Signals**: 30+ years serving federal agencies with the same first client; 98% client satisfaction score; 6+ offices/affiliates globally (U.S., Romania, India, England); active hiring across multiple federal contracts

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Federal Experience**: Three decades of trusted partnerships with U.S. government agencies, including long-term contracts.
- **Appian Expertise**: Strong specialization in low-code Appian development for mission-critical government programs.
- **Certifications & Awards**: Holds internationally recognized certifications (specifics not listed but emphasized) and a track record of quality and performance.
- **Flexible Delivery Models**: Tailored solutions for each client’s unique environment, with remote and on-site support.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital Transformation for Government**: Expanding capabilities in low-code, RPA, AI, and network technologies to empower federal clients.
- **Talent Investment**: Continuous learning and development programs to keep employees ahead of the curve and exceed client expectations.
- **Global Reach**: Leveraging international affiliates (Romania, India, England) to deliver end-to-end services.

## Why Work Here
- **Remote-First Culture**: Most roles are remote (e.g., Appian Associates supporting federal clients from anywhere in the U.S.) with flexible work schedules. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/)
- **Veteran-Friendly**: Actively seeks to hire veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, HSA with company contributions, generous PTO and paid holidays, wellness reimbursement, 401(k) match, student loan assistance, paid parental leave, professional development allowance. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/)
- **Hiring Process**: Clear and streamlined – application, recruiter screen, 1–2 rounds of interviews (behavioral/technical/case-based), then offer and onboarding.
- **Culture**: Values include selflessness, accountability, innovation, curiosity, teamwork, honesty, and passion – with a focus on continuous learning and client impact.

## Sources
1. [hil.us](https://hil.us/)
2. [hil.us/about-us](https://hil.us/about-us/)
3. [hil.us/careers](https://hil.us/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/horizon-industries-limited](https://www.linkedin.com/company/horizon-industries-limited)
5. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/horizonindustrieslimited](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/horizonindustrieslimited)

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