Principal Advisor to the IC CIO

International Executive Service Corps; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 128,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Emphasis on inclusivity

Empowering health benefits

Mission-focused work

Job summary

DCCA is seeking a Principal Advisor to the IC CIO in Bethesda, Maryland. The successful candidate will provide executive-level strategic guidance and oversight, translating objectives into actionable plans while supporting IT governance and compliance.

This role demands significant experience in IT strategy and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the advancement of Enterprise IT priorities across the Intelligence Community. The position offers a competitive salary range of $128,000 to $270,000, along with substantial benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Over 6 years of experience for Master's Degree holders.
• Over 8 years of experience for Bachelor's Degree holders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal advisor to the IC CIO providing strategic guidance.
• Translate IC CIO objectives into actionable plans.
• Monitor program performance and advise on resource planning.

Skills

Enterprise IT strategy

Governance and compliance

Cross-functional stakeholder engagement

Strategic communication

Education

Masters Degree in Business or STEM

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or STEM

Job description

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com

Principal Advisor to the IC CIO

Candidate must have a TS/SCI

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks

The successful candidate will serve as the principal advisor to the IC CIO, providing executive-level strategic guidance, stakeholder integration, and performance oversight to advance Enterprise IT priorities across the Intelligence Community. Leads the translation of IC CIO objectives into actionable plans, coordinates cross-organizational initiatives, develops executive decision support materials, monitors program performance, advises on resource planning and acquisition strategies, and ensures effective communication and execution of mission-critical initiatives.

Required Skills

• Serve as a senior advisor to executive leadership on Enterprise IT strategy, governance, modernization initiatives, and organizational transformation efforts.
• Translate mission priorities and strategic objectives into actionable IT roadmaps, investment strategies, implementation plans, and measurable performance outcomes.
• Support IC, DoD, and Federal IT governance, policy, and compliance activities, including capital planning, risk management, acquisition oversight, and interagency coordination.
• Lead cross-functional stakeholder engagement efforts to align mission, business, security, and technology organizations toward shared objectives and integrated outcomes.
• Develop executive-level decision support materials, including strategic assessments, options analyses, briefing packages, white papers, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Drive executive action tracking and accountability by monitoring decisions, coordinating follow-up activities, and ensuring timely completion of leadership-directed initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups to resolve issues, mitigate risks, and advance enterprise priorities.
• Provide strategic guidance on governance processes, resource allocation, and modernization investments to improve mission effectiveness and operational efficiency.

Desired Skills

• Lead cross-functional stakeholder engagement efforts across mission, business, security, acquisition, and technology organizations to achieve shared objectives and integrated outcomes.
• Brief senior executives and governance bodies on strategic initiatives, program status, risks, recommendations, and decision points.
• Facilitate collaboration among diverse stakeholder groups to align priorities, resolve issues, and drive mission-focused outcomes.
• Develop executive-level decision support materials, including strategic papers, options analyses, white papers, executive briefings, and recommendations.
• Prepare and present decision-quality products that enable informed leadership decisions on enterprise IT, governance, and modernization initiatives.
• Manage executive action tracking by monitoring leadership decisions, coordinating follow-up activities, and ensuring timely closure of action items.
• Support senior leadership through the development of clear, concise communications, briefing packages, and strategic recommendations.

Required Education / Certifications

• Masters Degree or higher in Business or a Masters Degree in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) 6 years plus of experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or STEM 8 years plus of experience

The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 128,000 to 270,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.
• Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.
• Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.
• Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page .
• Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets