Technology Strategy Consultant with Security Clearance

Axiologic Solutions LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 97,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Axiologic Solutions LLC in Washington, DC seeks a senior adviser to shape DIA CIO strategy and IT governance through cloud, security, and architecture expertise.

You will partner with senior leaders to craft strategic roadmaps, assess risk, and guide complex programs while ensuring alignment with IC and DoD frameworks. Strong facilitation and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly preferred.
• Master's degree with 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience advising senior client leadership on program strategy.
• Knowledge of IC/DoD risk management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior client leadership to shape program direction and expectations.
• Develop strategic roadmaps and IT governance guidance.
• Provide SME input on cloud, security, and architecture decisions.
• Support cross-divisional governance and program reviews.

Skills

Active TS/SCI (CI Poly Preferred)

Consultative leadership support

Risk management frameworks

Cloud & systems architectures

Security architecture

Software development

Architecture modeling basics

Meeting facilitation

IT governance frameworks

DIA IT components

IT project management

DoD/IC experience

Education

Master's degree and 8 years of relevant experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Project

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

• Work with the most senior members of the client organization to ensure that overall program and project direction, strategy, and expectations are met.
• Possess an understanding of DIA's CIO mission and the impact of managerial practices.
• Support Senior Technical Advisors (STAs) in creating models and strategic roadmaps.
• Provide guidance on aspects of DIA's strategic objectives and goals as they relate to the CIO mission.
• Support the development of architecture assessments for senior leaders, including support to the Acquisition Center of Excellence's IT procurement lifecycle.
• Maintain and communicate enterprise standards and changes.
• Contribute to and help maintain the enterprise's IT Capability Inventory and License Register.
• Act as a high-level designer, defining the framework of core design features and functions of the program objective to be implemented.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of IT strategy and risk management activities required to meet mission requirements.
• Define comprehensive, new, or unique approaches that enable rigorous assessments and contribute to high-level, complex tasks.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of risk management and knowledge management issues across organizational and intra-IC boundaries, and clearly articulate key findings to stakeholders.
• Work independently with minimal oversight, coordinating with cross-functional teams as needed. Tactical:
• Perform data collection and interview senior staff.
• Facilitate discussions and analysis to inform the decision process.
• Offer expertise in the form of knowledge, specialty skills, experience, or creativity.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in one or more of the following specialties: cloud and systems architectures, security architecture, cloud applications and storage, high performance computing, and software development.
• Work closely with information technologists to identify the best technological solution to technical issues.
• Support intra- and cross-Division/Project governance needs.
• Facilitate quarterly Technical Exchange Meetings with Senior Technical Advisors, Program/Project Managers, and Mission Partners.
• Have a firm understanding of IC and DoD Risk Management Frameworks, continuous monitoring, risk scoring, and risk management experience, applying that understanding to program and system activities.
• Support the enterprise's IT governance model, advancing initiatives from strategic alignment (plans, investments, innovations) through integration (technical exchanges, investment discussions, program reviews) and cross-functional planning (feedback loops, enhanced collaboration, opportunities for innovation) to optimized resource allocation, prioritization of joint initiatives to reduce redundancy, and capacity planning.
• Contribute in recurring forums such as Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Technical Exchange Meetings, and similar governance sessions as needed. Qualifications:
• Active TS/SCI (CI Poly Preferred).
• Master's degree and 8 years of relevant experience, with at least a portion of that experience within the last 2 years (or equivalent substitution per the contract's Education Substitution Table; this experience requirement cannot be substituted).
• Demonstrated experience providing consultative support to senior client leadership on program strategy, direction, and expectations.
• Firm understanding of IC and DoD Risk Management Frameworks, continuous monitoring, and risk scoring methodologies.
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following: cloud and systems architectures, security architecture, cloud applications and storage, high performance computing, or software development.
• Basic understanding of technology and architecture modeling concepts and tools.
• Skilled in planning and hosting meetings, and in facilitating and guiding technical discussions while capturing outcomes and action items.
• Familiarity with DIA and CIO strategy and IT governance frameworks (e.g., IT Governance/RMB).
• Basic knowledge of DIA IT components and mission portfolios.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies in IT environments.
• DoD and IC experience is desired.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint, and Visio.
• Have excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure.
• Excellent creative problem-solving skills. Travel Requirements: Travel will be required within the Washington National Capital Region (NCR) on an as-needed basis for customer or corporate requirements. Level of Responsibility: The supervisor sets the overall objectives and resources available. The employee plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most conflicts, coordinates work with others, and interprets policy on own initiative. The employee keeps the supervisor informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far-reaching implications. Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate within a team environment. Ability to type, sitting or standing, to complete work functions for hours at a time; ability to move between sitting, standing and walking on a frequent basis. This is a full-time position, requiring 40 hours per week on site, Monday through Friday, within the contract hours of 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. TS/SCI eligibility required for the position. Candidates with an active TS/SCI are preferred; candidates with a recent active TS may also be considered for SCI upgrade based on eligibility and program requirements. A CI polygraph is required for the position. Candidates without a current CI poly may be considered but must be willing and able to complete the required polygraph within the timeframe established by the applicable contract or customer. Salary: $96,850-$201,150 The salary range is provided in good faith and is based on several job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, Federal Government contract labor category requirements, contract wage determinations when applicable, clearance requirements, work location, relevant experience, education, certifications, specialized skills, internal equity, and approved funding. For proposal-contingent positions, the listed range is an anticipated good-faith range based on current proposal assumptions. Final compensation may vary based on contract award, finalized customer requirements, approved funding, labor category alignment, and candidate qualifications. Axiologic Solutions invests in its employees beyond compensation. Depending on position and eligibility, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance for courses and certifications, professional development opportunities, fitness and wellness support, electronic stipend, and other optional benefit elections. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may email their request to or call 571-295-4990. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Axiologic Solutions and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.