Posted today
Secret
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Unspecified
No Traveling
Management
Tempe, AZ (On-Site/Office)
ClearanceJobs’ client is seeking a Technical Program Lead – Mission Systems to work on-site in Phoenix, AZ area. This lead Systems/Software Engineer’s primary responsibility will be to ensure that all mandated quality standards under a $100M contract are met.
This is a full-time position offering a salary + benefits package.
Under this contract our client provides engineering, software development, information technology, and cybersecurity expertise to ensure the continued modernization, reliability, and operational effectiveness of mission-critical training systems.
An active DOD Secret Clearance with ability to upgrade to Special Access Program is required at the time of interview and Information Assurance Training (IAT) Level 2 Certification (ex. CompTIA Security+) is required to begin working.
Summary: Lead and coordinate software engineering and IT initiatives supporting complex, mission-critical systems. This role provides technical leadership and project oversight across system development, integration, enhancement, and sustainment activities. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, proven leadership skills, and experience working in secure, regulated environments. The position requires a strong systems engineering foundation, including demonstrated experience authoring and maintaining Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs) in accordance with program and customer requirements.
Responsibilities:
Technical & Project Leadership
• Lead software and IT project execution from planning through deployment and sustainment.
• Manage system enhancements, technology integrations, and performance improvements.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues; recommend effective solutions aligned with program and customer requirements.
• Ensure engineering teams meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
Software & Systems Engineering
• Oversee configuration, integration, testing, and deployment of software and supporting IT systems.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership, including code reviews, algorithm development, and mentorship of engineering personnel.
• Maintain technical documentation, configuration baselines, and system artifacts.
IT Operations & Cybersecurity
• Support secure system administration and implementation of cybersecurity best practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable information assurance, accreditation, and security requirements.
• Collaborate with security and compliance personnel to maintain authorized operating environments.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for internal teams, customers, and external partners.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, project updates, and status reports.
• Coordinate with cross-functional engineering, security, and program management teams.
Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in software or IT project management or a related technical role.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical lead or senior engineering position.
• Strong background in software engineering, systems integration, or IT infrastructure.
• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP).
• IAT Level II–equivalent certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GSEC, CCNA Security, CND, SSCP).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desired:
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft Windows client and server operating systems, including system configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment in secure or regulated environments.
• Experience managing full-lifecycle software and IT projects in classified or restricted environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and secure system accreditation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, system design artifacts, and formal briefings.
This is a full-time position offering a salary + benefits package.
Under this contract our client provides engineering, software development, information technology, and cybersecurity expertise to ensure the continued modernization, reliability, and operational effectiveness of mission-critical training systems.
An active DOD Secret Clearance with ability to upgrade to Special Access Program is required at the time of interview and Information Assurance Training (IAT) Level 2 Certification (ex. CompTIA Security+) is required to begin working.
Summary: Lead and coordinate software engineering and IT initiatives supporting complex, mission-critical systems. This role provides technical leadership and project oversight across system development, integration, enhancement, and sustainment activities. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, proven leadership skills, and experience working in secure, regulated environments. The position requires a strong systems engineering foundation, including demonstrated experience authoring and maintaining Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs) in accordance with program and customer requirements.
Responsibilities:
Technical & Project Leadership
• Lead software and IT project execution from planning through deployment and sustainment.
• Manage system enhancements, technology integrations, and performance improvements.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues; recommend effective solutions aligned with program and customer requirements.
• Ensure engineering teams meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
Software & Systems Engineering
• Oversee configuration, integration, testing, and deployment of software and supporting IT systems.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership, including code reviews, algorithm development, and mentorship of engineering personnel.
• Maintain technical documentation, configuration baselines, and system artifacts.
IT Operations & Cybersecurity
• Support secure system administration and implementation of cybersecurity best practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable information assurance, accreditation, and security requirements.
• Collaborate with security and compliance personnel to maintain authorized operating environments.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for internal teams, customers, and external partners.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, project updates, and status reports.
• Coordinate with cross-functional engineering, security, and program management teams.
Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in software or IT project management or a related technical role.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical lead or senior engineering position.
• Strong background in software engineering, systems integration, or IT infrastructure.
• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP).
• IAT Level II–equivalent certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GSEC, CCNA Security, CND, SSCP).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desired:
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft Windows client and server operating systems, including system configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment in secure or regulated environments.
• Experience managing full-lifecycle software and IT projects in classified or restricted environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and secure system accreditation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, system design artifacts, and formal briefings.
group id: ClearanceJobsSC
