Rapid Response Team Lead

GCA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Geospatial & Cloud Analytics (GCA) in Washington, DC seeks a Rapid Response Team Lead to direct urgent onsite tasking across classified/unclassified environments, ensuring rapid incident response and mission-critical service restoration. The role leads cross-functional teams, coordinates with GO/Flag quarters, and aligns with DISA directives, DoD IT operations, and VIP support.

Strong leadership and communication with senior stakeholders required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in information systems, computer science, business management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate deployment of rapid response personnel for emergent and unplanned tasking.

Skills

VIP support

Leadership

Incident response

Cross-functional coordination

DISA directives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems/CS/related field

PMP Certification

IAT Level II (Security+, CCNA Security, or equivalent)

Tools

Remedy

ServiceNow

Job description

Geospatial & Cloud Analytics (GCA) is seeking a mission-driven Rapid Response Team Lead to support the high-priority, time-sensitive operational requirements. This role leads urgent, onsite task execution including classified/unclassified break-fix activities, VIP support in GO/Flag quarters, and immediate incident response across critical infrastructure.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Geospatial & Cloud Analytics (GCA) is seeking a mission-driven Rapid Response Team Lead to support the high-priority, time-sensitive operational requirements. This role leads urgent, onsite task execution including classified/unclassified break-fix activities, VIP support in GO/Flag quarters, and immediate incident response across critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, mission-critical environments, brings proven leadership in DoD IT operations, and demonstrates precision in coordinating cross-functional technical teams to ensure seamless service restoration and compliance with DISA directives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate deployment of rapid response personnel for emergent and unplanned tasking.
• Direct support of General Officer (GO) and Flag Officer quarters, ensuring secure and functional communications across all classifications.
• Interface closely with JNOSC, engineering teams, Tier III service desk, and external vendors to resolve incidents quickly and effectively.
• Manage scheduling, labor utilization, and resource tracking for rapid response tasks.
• Deliver detailed reporting and performance metrics to Government stakeholders on a recurring basis.
• Ensure strict compliance with DISA, DoD, and contract performance standards, especially during surge and high-visibility events.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Management, or related field
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
• Experience:
  • 3+ years leading project teams in a DoD IT operational environment
  • 3+ years of experience in time-sensitive service delivery, preferably in transport/network operations
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional response teams and communicate with senior stakeholders
  • Experience in VIP support and DoD executive communications setups is strongly preferred
• Certifications:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) required
  • IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, or equivalent)

Desired Skills

• Ability to prioritize and execute under pressure with minimal oversight
• Experience with incident tracking systems (e.g., Remedy, ServiceNow)
• Familiarity with JNOSC or similar NOC operations
• Strong understanding of DISA/DOD IT policies, SLAs, and escalation procedures

GCA is a Small Disadvantaged Veteran Owned company supporting several government contracts. GCA is pleased to offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. Below is a brief overview of our benefits package.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time off includes 10 federal holidays and 15 additional days.
• Bereavement Leave
• Parental Leave
• PTO Cash out
• Company Paid STD and LTD
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 70% employer paid Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401k Savings and company match
• Employee referral program

At GCA, we stand at the forefront of innovation, lighting the way towards a future where technology serves as a beacon of possibility. As a premier provider of Information Technology and Audio-Visual Integration services, our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and clarity. We work to provide the latest information technology support services and Audio Visual system solutions to our customers worldwide.