Requirements Engineer with Security Clearance

Knight Federal Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Federal Solutions is seeking a Requirements Engineer in Washington, DC to gather, analyze, and document project needs for DoD and Intelligence Community programs. You will translate stakeholder requirements into detailed technical specifications and ensure alignment with objectives while adhering to industry standards and security requirements.

The role requires at least 8 years in requirements engineering, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and an active TS/SCI clearance with CI

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 8 years in requirements engineering or related field.
• Experience in government or defense contracting is preferred.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit and document requirements for complex projects.
• Analyze and translate business needs into detailed technical specifications.
• Ensure requirements align with business objectives and are feasible for implementation.
• Conduct requirement reviews and obtain approvals from stakeholders.
• Maintain and update requirement documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work with project managers, developers, and QA teams to ensure successful execution.
• Participate in risk assessments and contribute to mitigation strategies.
• Provide expertise on requirements management processes and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and security clearances during the lifecycle.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

CI Polygraph

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Requirements management

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related

Job description

Description Knight Federal Solutions is a trusted provider to industry leading prime contractors, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. We have established a company culture that supports our employees, their families and the communities in which they live and work. When you join our team you belong to a group of people that work hard, strive for greatness and care about people. Our hard work is evident in everything we do. Whether it be supporting large government programs in the areas of Simulation and Training, Information Technology, Intelligence or Engineering we always strive to be the best. It is for this reason that we have been recognized as a World Class Team Supplier by Northrop Grumman and were also named one of Florida's fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine. As Knight Federal Solutions continues to grow, we look forward to hiring the best and the brightest to join us in our success!

Job Purpose:

• The Requirements Engineer at Knight Federal Solutions Inc will play a crucial role in gathering, analyzing, and documenting the requirements for various projects. This position is essential in ensuring that the project deliverables meet the client's needs and expectations while adhering to industry standards and best practices. Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit and document requirements for complex projects.
• Analyze and translate business needs into detailed technical specifications.
• Ensure that requirements are aligned with business objectives and are feasible for implementation.
• Conduct requirement reviews and obtain necessary approvals from stakeholders.
• Maintain and update requirement documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with project managers, developers, and quality assurance teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the development of mitigation strategies.
• Provide expertise and guidance on requirement management processes and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, particularly those related to security clearances.
• Support the testing and validation process to ensure that requirements are met in the final deliverable. Qualifications Required Education:
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Required Experience:
• Must have at least 8 years of experience in requirements engineering or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully gathering, analyzing, and documenting requirements for complex projects.
• Experience working in a government or defense contracting environment is preferred. Required Skills and Abilities:
• Must have an active/current TS/SCI clearance and be able to pass a CI Polygraph.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in requirements management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Knight Federal Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other protected classification.