Biometric Systems & Mission Apps Lead

Data Systems Analysts, Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Data Systems Analysts, Inc. in Morgantown, WV seeks a Biometric Systems/Mission Applications Lead to own the mission application layer supporting biometric workflows and defense watchlists. This role provides the bridge between mission users and technical teams, ensuring sustainment and modernization of biometric capabilities.

The position requires 8+ years in biometric or DoD/IC environments and a DoD 8570/8140-aligned certification, with strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, forensic science, biometrics, intelligence studies, or related field.
• 8+ years supporting mission applications, biometric systems, or DoD/IC operational systems.
• 5+ years coordinating sustainment, requirements, release support, and data exchange for mission users.
• Experience with biometric modalities, identity data, or matcher-enabled processes.
• DoD 8570/8140-aligned certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainment and coordination for biometric mission applications and workflows.
• Support Search Cores, Examination Tool Suite, User Portal, and watchlist tools.
• Coordinate requirements intake, defect triage, and release priorities.
• Ensure data quality, identity correlation, and partner interoperability.

Skills

Biometric systems knowledge

Communication with technical teams

DoD/IC operational experience

Experience coordinating sustainment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, forensic science, biometrics, intelligence studies, or related field

Job description

Data Systems Analysts, Inc. in Morgantown, WV seeks a Biometric Systems/Mission Applications Lead to own the mission application layer supporting biometric workflows and defense watchlists. This role provides the bridge between mission users and technical teams, ensuring sustainment and modernization of biometric capabilities.

The position requires 8+ years in biometric or DoD/IC environments and a DoD 8570/8140-aligned certification, with strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement.