DoD CIO Combat Identification and Identification Friend or Foe Expert

ACES Group LLC•Alexandria, VA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

ACES is seeking a Senior Tactical Communications Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the Department of War (DoW) Combat Identification (CID) and Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) modernization effort. This is hybrid work that requires an ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE in support of a 5 Year Contract that started Aug 2024. This senior-level role directly supports the Office of the DoW CIO and requires extensive experience with DoW senior staffing processes, tactical communications systems, and modernization strategies. The SME will provide high-level technical and operational expertise, advising senior leaders and driving enterprise-level CID/IFF initiatives to ensure interoperability, mission readiness, and modernization across the joint force. The ideal candidate is a retired Maj/LtCol aviator or Senior NCO aircrew member with significant CID/IFF experience and proven DoW HQ senior staffing expertise. The position requires adaptability, rapid learning, problem-solving skills, and the ability to seamlessly transition into evolving responsibilities while integrating effectively with the CIO team.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI Clearance
Bachelors Degree in technical discipline.
10 years related experience
Proficiency with JCIDS, PPBE, and senior DoD staffing processes.
In-depth knowledge of CID, IFF technologies, and tactical communications modernization.

Nice To Haves

retired Maj/LtCol aviator or Senior NCO aircrew member with significant CID/IFF experience and proven DoW HQ senior staffing expertise

Responsibilities

Serve as the senior SME for DoD CID/IFF modernization, advising the DoD CIO on enterprise-level modernization efforts.
Provide technical, operational, and policy expertise on CID/IFF systems to ensure modernization initiatives are interoperable, effective, and aligned with DoD strategic objectives.
Support DoD CIO leadership in senior-level forums, providing data-driven analysis, recommendations, and briefings to inform decision-making.
Draft, review, and coordinate strategic roadmaps, policies, and guidance related to CID/IFF modernization, ensuring alignment with joint force and allied requirements.
Collaborate with Services, Combatant Commands, Agencies, and allied partners to achieve joint and coalition interoperability in tactical communications and CID/IFF systems.
Navigate DoD JCIDS, PPBE, and staffing processes to support modernization initiatives through established governance and acquisition pathways.
Analyze and assess emerging technologies, industry trends, and operational requirements to recommend solutions that enhance CID/IFF effectiveness.
Lead coordination of DoD CIO positions on CID/IFF issues, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and advocacy at enterprise governance boards.
Develop briefing materials, issue papers, reports, and presentations for senior leaders, congressional stakeholders, and interagency partners.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff and colleagues, ensuring knowledge transfer and continuity of expertise within the CIO organization.