Deputy Chief Data and Technology Officer

Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay Range

$271,320 - $345,840

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Job Description

We’re looking for a LivIT Deputy Chief Data and Technology Officer. You will be responsible for advancing enterprise data and technology strategies across Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) while supporting the Livermore Information Technology (LivIT) program. This role involves driving new technology adoption, developing data-centric strategies, and ensuring seamless integration of innovative solutions to enhance LLNL’s mission. You will report to the LivIT Chief Data and Technology Officer (CDTO) and work closely with the Strategic Architecture and Projects Office (SAPO) to execute on transformational IT initiatives.

You will

• Serve as a key advisor to the LivIT CDTO, contributing to strategic direction, enterprise architecture, and technology roadmaps.
• Lead efforts in data management, governance, and analytics strategies, ensuring LLNL’s ability to derive value from its data assets.
• Oversee proof-of-concept (PoC) initiatives, pilot programs, and experimental deployments to evaluate new technologies and determine their viability for broader adoption.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders from Mission Programs and Business and external stakeholders, including DOE/NNSA partners, to drive enterprise-wide IT transformation initiatives.
• Engage and build strategic relationships with technology vendors to evaluate and integrate cutting-edge solutions that align with LLNL’s mission.
• Provide expertise in cybersecurity best practices, ensuring new technologies align with national security and compliance requirements.
• Develop and execute detailed implementation plans for transitioning from legacy systems to modern, scalable platforms.
• Represent LLNL at cross-laboratory and federal IT forums, sharing best practices and learning from peer institutions to enhance IT strategy and execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and extensive relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in researching, designing, and deploying enterprise IT solutions within federally regulated environments.
• Broad knowledge and experience with major cloud service providers, enterprise IT architectures, and emerging technologies.
• Extensive experience leading cross-functional teams in support of IT modernization initiatives.
• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills to independently evaluate, recommend, and implement innovative IT solutions.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to senior leadership, sponsors, and a broad range of audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in developing strategic technology roadmaps, architectural blueprints, and execution plans for large-scale IT initiatives.
• Expertise in cultivating successful relationships with external stakeholders and fostering partnerships to drive innovation.

Qualifications We Desire

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of the LivIT application portfolio, its architectural foundations, and LLNL’s cybersecurity framework
• Expert-level experience in managing and operationally supporting enterprise IT solutions across a broad technology stack.
• Knowledge of DOE/NNSA IT funding, planning, and approval processes.
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise data s