Tech Portfolio Director: Driving National Security Innovation

Defense Innovation Unit (DIU); Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) seeks a Technology Portfolio Director to provide strategic and technical leadership across critical technology domains. This senior role bridges DoW gaps with commercial solutions, guiding enterprise strategy, assessments, and integration while engaging senior officials and industry leaders to advance modernization priorities.

The Director oversees portfolio planning, performance evaluation, and collaboration with program managers to ensure delivery of measurable

Qualifications

• Executive leadership experience in government or defense technology programs.
• Strong program management and cross‑organizational coordination skills.
• Deep knowledge of defense acquisition processes and technology portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio strategy and prioritization across multiple technology domains.
• Guide development, assessment, and integration of advanced hardware/software solutions.
• Lead partnerships with senior government officials and industry to align with modernization priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Acquisition expertise

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) seeks a Technology Portfolio Director to provide strategic and technical leadership across critical technology domains. This senior role bridges DoW gaps with commercial solutions, guiding enterprise strategy, assessments, and integration while engaging senior officials and industry leaders to advance modernization priorities.

The Director oversees portfolio planning, performance evaluation, and collaboration with program managers to ensure delivery of measurable