Technical Lead - Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR) Program

Job Type Full-time Description

 We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Technical Lead for a high-priority Cloud-based data management platform within a secure government environment. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in cloud technologies, data architecture, and software development, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with security protocols. The Secret-Cleared Technical Lead will be responsible for guiding technical strategy, architecture, and design for a range of cloud-based data solutions, as well as supporting the integration and deployment of cutting-edge technologies in a secure and high-impact environment.

The position is primarily remote however periodic local commuting for client meetings in secured facilities (20%) is required. Additionally, occasional Continental U.S. (CONUS) and Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS) travel is required to support the client (10%).

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of data engineers, application developers, software architects, and User      Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) developers, driving best practices and technical innovation within the CHMR program.
• Foster effective communication throughout the project lifecycle and ensure seamless collaboration between      cross-functional teams.
• Liaise between the development team, other departments, and management to ensure project alignment.

Project & Technical Management

• Responsible for the successful execution of technical projects, ensuring that they meet quality standards, business objectives, and are delivered on time.
• Identify and manage risks that could affect project delivery, using proactive risk planning, continuous      monitoring, and contingency plans to keep projects on track.
• Translate requirements into actionable plans and ensure that they are executed efficiently.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices and organizational standards throughout the project.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, deployment guides,      and operational procedures.

System Architecture & Data Engineering

• Design, implement, and optimize System-of-Systems (SOS) data architectures using existing Army data platforms ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Oversee the design and development of data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouse solutions, ensuring proper data storage, processing, and retrieval across cloud environments.
• Stay up to date on emerging data automation technologies and tools, evaluating their potential integration      into existing systems.

Security & Compliance

• Work closely with security teams to ensure that all solutions comply with FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP, and other      relevant government regulations.
• Implement best practices for securing sensitive data across cloud environments.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Collaborate with program managers, business analysts, and government clients to define technical      requirements, develop roadmaps, and ensure the successful delivery of solutions.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, ensuring that project goals and      progress are well understood across the organization.

Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Lead troubleshooting efforts, identify performance bottlenecks, and ensure optimal resource utilization      and cost efficiency.
• Monitor and assess project performance continuously, adjusting as needed to achieve the desired      outcomes.

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Requirements

Required:

Active SECRET Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET throughout employment.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in data engineering, cloud computing, and/or software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) in a secure government environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native data technologies such as AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse, Google BigQuery, AWS S3, Lambda, and ETL/ELT processes.
• Expertise in data pipelines, data warehousing, data lakes, and distributed data systems.
• In-depth knowledge of security best practices and data governance frameworks in cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on scalability, cost efficiency, and high availability.