Technical Lead TS/SCI W/FSP

IBM; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking a Technical Lead for a classified program in Reston, Virginia. In this role, you will oversee the design and delivery of mission-critical systems, ensuring technical excellence and compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in enterprise system management, proficiency in cloud-based solutions, and must possess TS/SCI clearance from Day 1. This is a full-time position with significant responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of specialized experience in Federal Government enterprise system management.
• Experience in complete engineering project development life cycle.
• Experience in explaining complex problems simply.
• Experience in designing and integrating multiple systems.
• Knowledge of various architecture patterns such as microservices.
• Experience with designing and implementing cloud solutions.
• Expertise architecting solutions for Salesforce and ServiceNow.
• Experience in developing/supporting complex technical solutions.
• Must have TS/SCI with FSP Day 1.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical authority for a classified program.
• Oversee design, development, integration, and delivery of critical systems.
• Ensure technical excellence and compliance with program constraints.

Skills

Enterprise system management

Engineering project development life cycle

Complex problem explanation

System integration

Microservices architecture

Cloud-based solutions

Salesforce architecture

ServiceNow solutions

Technical solution support

Education

Master’s Degree

Advanced degree in Software Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Science

Job description

Introduction

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions resulting in groundbreaking impact for a wide network of clients. Our culture of evolution and empathy centers on long‑term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

Your Role And Responsibilities

The Technical Lead will serve as the primary technical authority for a classified program, overseeing the design, development, integration, and delivery of mission‑critical systems and solutions. The Tech Lead ensures technical excellence, alignment with customer requirements, and compliance with all security and program constraints. This role requires strong leadership, hands‑on technical expertise, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly secure, fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Education

Master’s Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• At least three (3) years of specialized experience in Federal Government enterprise system management
• Experience in complete engineering project development life cycle
• Experience explaining complex problems in the simplest possible terms
• Experience designing and integrating multiple systems, services and applications
• Experience and knowledge of various architecture patterns such as microservices
• Experience with designing and implementing cloud‑based solutions
• Experience architecting solutions for Salesforce and ServiceNow
• Experience in developing/supporting complex technical solutions.
• Must have TS/SCI with FSP Day 1

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Advanced degree in Software Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Science
• Experience designing and implementing multi‑cloud solutions
• Experience with emerging technologies to include leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) capability

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting