Technical Advisor (Modernization Lead)

Stratas Corporation, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with match

Job summary

StratasCorp in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Technical Advisor (Modernization Lead) to drive enterprise-wide modernization of networks, cybersecurity, and C4ISR systems. The role combines deep technical expertise with a consulting mindset to diagnose challenges, develop solutions, and lead cross-functional teams in planning, design, and execution.

The ideal candidate will lead modernization, develop roadmaps, translate requirements into designs, and guide cloud/hybrid strategies while coordinating

Qualifications

• CAP/CASP+/CISM certifications required or preferred.
• Experience in information security management and risk assessment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead modernization planning and architectural development for networks, cybersecurity, transport systems, and information sharing or C4ISR related capabilities across enterprise or operational environments to be relayed to the Government customer.
• Develop technical roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities, mission needs, and long-term modernization strategies.
• Translate operational or business requirements into technical specifications, system designs, and integration strategies.
• Guide decisions related to data transport, cloud migration, hybrid architectures, network hardening, and secure information sharing solutions.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment across engineering, operations, IT, and program teams.
• Ensure technical designs comply with applicable DoD standards, organizational policies, and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Oversee system integration, testing, configuration management, and risk identification/mitigation efforts.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams in support of modernization activities.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and assess their applicability to improving readiness, resilience, and operational performance.
• Conduct interoperability assessments and ensure alignment across related systems and enterprise architectures.
• Serve as the contract team’s stakeholder in meetings with the engineering team, providing critical insight into operational realities and potential constraints, helping to shape systems as they are developed.
• Help oversee all modernization actions taken by StratasCorp’s operational team, including shipboard network upgrades, NOC cloud migration, and the introduction of new technology or processes to increase the efficiency and accuracy of StratasCorp’s technical efforts.
• Will be expected to contribute to special projects and company corporate tasking.

Education

CAP

CASP+

CISM

Job description

Technical Advisor (Modernization Lead) - (STRTS8017.1)

At StratasCorp, our mission strives to put employees first while still being recognized as a leader in the Department of Defense Information Technology sector. We believe in a continuing pursuit of customer satisfaction and operational excellence while exceling in service innovation. We are looking for employees who value corporate culture, leadership, diversity, and commitment to quality, because we are #TeamStratas.

Location

This position is located in Chesapeake, VA. This is an on-site role, with some remote options available.

Category

Information Technology

Job Description

The Modernization Lead is responsible for collecting and providing information for supporting enterprise-wide modernization of network, transport, cybersecurity, and C4ISR related systems. This role supports technical planning, systems engineering, architectural development, and cross stakeholder coordination to ensure solutions support organizational goals and operational priorities. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with a consulting mindset—capable of diagnosing organizational challenges, identifying modernization opportunities, and developing solutions that improve operational tempo, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency.

Job Description

• Lead modernization planning and architectural development for networks, cybersecurity, transport systems, and information sharing or C4ISR related capabilities across enterprise or operational environments to be relayed to the Government customer
• Develop technical roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities, mission needs, and long-term modernization strategies
• Translate operational or business requirements into technical specifications, system designs, and integration strategies
• Guide decisions related to data transport, cloud migration, hybrid architectures, network hardening, and secure information sharing solutions
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment across engineering, operations, IT, and program teams
• Ensure technical designs comply with applicable DoW standards, organizational policies, and cybersecurity frameworks
• Oversee system integration, testing, configuration management, and risk identification/mitigation efforts
• Lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams in support of modernization activities
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and assess their applicability to improving readiness, resilience, and operational performance
• Conduct interoperability assessments and ensure alignment across related systems and enterprise architectures
• Serve as the contract team’s stakeholder in meetings with the engineering team, providing critical insight into operational realities and potential constraints, helping to shape systems as they are developed
• Help oversee all modernization actions taken by StratasCorp’s operational team, including shipboard network upgrades, Network Operations Center (NOC) cloud migration, and the introduction of new technology or processes to increase the efficiency and accuracy of StratasCorp’s technical efforts
• Will be expected to contribute to special projects and company corporate tasking

Job Requirements

• IAM II Certification such as
  • CAP (Certified Authorization Professional)
  • CASP+ (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)

The anticipated salary range for this role is $120,000 to $130,000 annually.The anticipated salary range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. The final starting salary will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and work location (where applicable), as well as internal equity and market considerations.

We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Security Clearance

Secret

Certification Required

Job Type

Full-time

StratasCorp provides a complete compensation package with competitive wages and benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA & HSA accounts, disability and other income protection benefits, life insurance, paid personal time-off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401K Saving Plan with a company matching contribution.

StratasCorp is committed to equal opportunity in employment, actively seeking to build a diverse and talented workforce, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.