Senior Technical Expert

Overview

The Senior Technical Expert provides strategic technical leadership and subject matter expertise in support of federal, state, or local government contracts. This role plays a key role in developing solutions that address complex project requirements, ensuring technical compliance, operational efficiency, and successful project delivery. The Senior Technical Expert demonstrates mastery of technical processes, methodologies, and technologies pertinent to achieving contract objectives.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Responsibilities

• Understand and assist with the installation, configuration, and validation of the COTS software product in test and production environments.
• Coordinate integration activities with cross functional teams, including networking, server/VM administrators, identity and access management, and application owners.
• Evaluate system requirements, dependencies, and integration points to ensure compatibility and operational readiness.
• Understand, communicate, support and coordinate support activities including;

• • Networking - such as ports, protocols, firewalls, and load balancers as required for system connectivity.
  • Compute - such as server and virtual machine provisioning, configuration, and performance tuning.
  • Database - collaborate with database teams to configure, query, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server instances.
  • Identity and Access - authentication and authorization mechanisms including single sign on and possess knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Integration - work with APIs and integration frameworks, including Microsoft Graph, to support data exchange and system interoperability.

• Assist in preparing documentation required for system accreditation, compliance, and security assessments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, configuration baselines, and operational procedures.
• Provide hands on troubleshooting and issue resolution throughout testing and deployment phases.
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical considerations clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree Information Technology or related field or Equivalent Experience.
• 8 years of experience.
• Broad technical experience across networking, servers, virtualization, identity management, and system integration.
• Strong understanding of ports, protocols, firewalls, and network connectivity troubleshooting.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux server environments and virtual machine platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper V).
• Solid understanding of relational database concepts and hands on experience with Microsoft SQL Server
• Working knowledge of authentication and identity services, including Microsoft Entra ID.
• Familiarity with APIs, RESTful services, and integration concepts; experience with Microsoft Graph is desirable.
• Understanding of system accreditation, compliance frameworks, or security assessment processes.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and "roll up their sleeves" to drive tasks to completion.
• Active Top Secret.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices.
• Ability to recommend and implement software upgrades.
• Experience in software maintenance and testing to ensure continued functionality.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with modern web development frameworks and libraries.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Knowledge of database management and integration.
• Understanding of web security best practices.
• Ability to document processes and code for future maintenance and upgrades.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience supporting COTS product deployments in government environments.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST RMF, FedRAMP, or similar accreditation processes.
• Scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, or similar) for automation or integration tasks.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment.
• Ability to work on site in Washington, DC.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $131,684.00 /Yr.