Acquistion Architect Policy SME

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Colorado Springs, CO

14h•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an Acquisition Architect Policy SME to provide Systems Engineering, Integration, & Test (SEIT) support to the United States Space Force (USSF). The position supports Battle Management, Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (BMC3I) PAE Acquisition Delta(s), which develop supporting architecture for organize, understand, plan, decide, direct, and monitor capabilities within the C2 Joint Capability Areas (JCAs). The role provides policy leadership, strategic planning, and assessments to monitor and ensure effective enterprise information systems and services. It also includes short- and long-range planning, analysis, and coordination with the customer. The successful candidate is expected to be a problem solver and self-starter with initiative, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The place of work is in the Colorado Springs area, with limited remote-work opportunity. Travel within the continental United States may be required, up to 20% of the time. The position requires U.S. citizenship, Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and eligibility for access to SAP information. The stated Colorado pay range is $150,000 to $180,000 per year; offered base pay may vary based on contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. MTSI offers medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Requirements

10–15 years of portfolio architecting and policy experience.
At least 5 years of executive-level experience in a technical discipline, such as Chief Engineer or Technical Director.
At least 5 years of experience in a Special Access Program (SAP) environment within the last 10 years.
Demonstrated experience managing infrastructure, budgets, software development, and systems architecture.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills.
Proven experience in systems design and development processes, including requirements analysis, feasibility studies, software design, programming, pilot testing, installation, evaluation, and operational management.
Intimate familiarity with DevSecOps implementation and execution.
Familiarity with parallel-executing CI/CD pipelines representing different unique artifacts being produced.
Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of analysts, developers, data scientists, operators, and subject-matter experts.
Familiarity with portfolio architecting and policy tools such as Mattermost, Jira, Jira Align, Confluence, and Outlook.
Strong analytical skills and ability to operate in a multitasking environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to brief program office staff on ongoing efforts.
B.S. degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
M.S. degree in Technology Policy, Technology Portfolio Management, Engineering, or another related equivalent.
Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; U.S. citizenship is required.
Eligibility for access to SAP information.

Responsibilities

Provide policy leadership for portfolio architectures.
Assist in setting portfolio policy and strategies and help ensure individual programs meet technical objectives.
Communicate policy recommendations for an architecture development strategy to stakeholders.
Assist in developing policies for the use of technological resources.
Ensure technologies are used efficiently, effectively, and securely.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with rules, policies, procedures, and applicable Federal and other agency laws and regulations.
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and recommend policies for their implementation in systems and infrastructure.
Oversee development and implementation of scalable, extensible, and secure architecture policy for technology systems and software solutions.
Plan and manage several projects simultaneously.
Analyze situations and recommend and adopt effective courses of action.
Use stakeholder feedback to recommend improvements and adjustments to technology and acquisition architecture policy used in DecSecOps and CI/CD pipelines.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for assigned program areas.