Application Development Transformation Manager

CACI International Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking an Application Development Transformation Manager to lead the USSS contract under the DHS program, guiding OCIO toward modern Agile and DevSecOps practices and measurable delivery outcomes.

You will collaborate with CIO, product managers, security engineers, and mission stakeholders to deliver mission-critical software with speed, quality, and predictability, ensuring governance and risk management across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 15 years in software development or IT transformation preferred.
• Proven track record leading software transformation initiatives and establishing modern software delivery practices.
• Extensive experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), DevSecOps, and modern frameworks.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, security controls, and delivery automation.
• Excellent program management with ability to coordinate multi-workstream initiatives.
• Customer facing and stakeholder engagement with ability to influence senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead software transformation initiatives establishing repeatable Agile and DevSecOps practices.
• Coordinate modernization workstreams, milestones, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder activities.
• Evolve OCIO into a premier software delivery organization with improved processes and governance.
• Define standard software development frameworks, coding standards, and sprint/release cadences.
• Implement and monitor security controls including vulnerability management and audit readiness.
• Drive CI/CD tool adoption and automated build/deploy processes.

Skills

Agile methodologies

DevSecOps

CI/CD pipelines

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Job description

Job Title: Application Development Transformation Manager

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an exceptional Application Development Transformation Manager to serve as a key leadership position for the United States Secret Service (USSS) contract, supporting the Department of Homeland Security. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security by leading the evolution of OCIO into a premier software delivery organization capable of delivering mission-critical applications with speed, quality, and predictability.

As the App Dev Transformation Manager, you will serve as the principal leader responsible for transforming how OCIO develops, delivers, and supports software—establishing modern Agile and DevSecOps practices, improving delivery pipelines, and creating a measurable, outcome-driven delivery model aligned with mission needs. Working closely with CIO leadership, product managers, development teams, security engineers, and mission stakeholders, you will position OCIO as a premier software support organization. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a transformational program of national importance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead software transformation initiatives that establish repeatable Agile and DevSecOps practices, improve delivery pipelines, strengthen governance, and align software delivery with mission outcomes
• Coordinate software modernization workstreams, milestones, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder activities while driving implementation of software delivery frameworks, metrics, and continuous improvement practices
• Help OCIO evolve into a premier software delivery organization by enhancing software development processes, delivery pipelines, and governance structures that enable speed, predictability, and transparency
• Define and standardize software development frameworks, coding standards, team roles, and sprint or release cadences; create performance metrics and dashboards tracking throughput, defect trends, cycle times, and user adoption
• Establish measurable, outcome-driven delivery model aligned with mission needs; streamline development workflows and integrate automated testing and quality controls
• Drive implementation of modern engineering tools, CI/CD pipelines, and automated build/deployment processes that enable iterative development and reduce production risk
• Implement and monitor software security and compliance controls including vulnerability management, secure coding practices, and audit readiness
• Strengthen collaboration between product managers, developers, security engineers, field users, and mission operators through structured communication channels and feedback loops
• Coordinate demonstrations, backlog refinement sessions, user acceptance testing, and release planning activities ensuring alignment between development teams and mission stakeholders
• Establish post-release review and incident response processes to capture lessons learned, address production issues, and drive continuous improvement
• Provide guidance and training for government and contractor development teams to ensure adoption of standardized practices and tools
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and executive briefings; track transformation metrics and report progress demonstrating value and impact of software modernization initiatives

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree + 15 years of experience in software development, IT transformation, program management, or related fields. Will consider experience in lieu of degree
• Proven track record leading software transformation initiatives and establishing modern software delivery practices in complex organizations
• 10 or more years of experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), DevSecOps practices, and modern software development frameworks
• Proven track record leading software transformation initiatives and establishing modern software delivery practices in complex organizations
• Extensive experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), DevSecOps practices, and modern software development frameworks
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, software security controls, and delivery automation
• Excellent program management skills with ability to coordinate complex initiatives with multiple workstreams and dependencies
• Customer Facing/Demonstrated skill with stakeholder engagement and communication skills with ability to influence senior leadership and technical teams
• Experience establishing performance metrics and dashboards for software delivery organizations
• Willing and able to work a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days onsite
• Willing and able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Desired:

• Federal government software transformation experience, particularly within DHS, law enforcement, or national security agencies
• PMP, PgMP, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), or equivalent certifications
• DevSecOps or software security certifications (CSSLP, CEH, DevSecOps Engineering)
• Experience implementing CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
• Background in software engineering, application development, or technical architecture
• Change management and organizational transformation background

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is: $103,800 - $218,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.