Vice President Enterprise Technology and Innovation

Strategic Operational Solutions, Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

STOPSO, based in Ashburn, VA, seeks a Vice President of Enterprise Technology & Innovation to lead technology strategy, transformation, and customer-focused innovation across federal contracts.

The role drives AI, automation, data analytics, and emerging tech while overseeing IT & Security, aligning initiatives with growth and measurable outcomes. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive technology leadership in federal consulting.
• Experience leading enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity.
• Proven AI, automation, data analytics initiative experience with measurable results.
• Leadership in the federal government contracting environment.
• Strong enterprise architecture and cloud technologies knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of enterprise technology, cybersecurity, and operations.
• Oversee technology investments, risk management and compliance with federal standards.
• Lead transformation initiatives using AI, automation, and analytics.
• Develop reusable tech capabilities and enable growth across programs.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align tech with business priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Cross-functional teams

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

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

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Power BI

ServiceNow

Job description

Vice President, Enterprise Technology & Innovation

Position Summary

STOPSO is seeking a Vice President, Enterprise Technology & Innovation (VP, ET&I) to lead technology strategy, enterprise transformation, customer innovation, and technical solution development. Reporting to the President, this executive will strengthen operational efficiency, enhance federal customer mission outcomes, and support business growth through artificial intelligence (AI), automation, data analytics, and emerging technologies.

The VP will provide executive leadership of Enterprise IT & Security while collaborating across Growth, Service Delivery, Quality and Compliance, Corporate Services, and Executive Leadership to deliver secure, scalable, and measurable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Technology & Cybersecurity

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of corporate IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems.

• Establish technology priorities, manage investments and risks, and ensure reliable, secure, and scalable operations.

• Oversee cybersecurity controls, incident preparedness, and compliance with applicable federal security requirements.

• Direct Enterprise IT & Security leadership while delegating day-to-day operational execution.

Enterprise Transformation & Innovation

• Lead initiatives that improve business processes, operational efficiency, and organizational performance through AI, automation, analytics, and technology integration.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, and improve enterprise decision-making.

• Develop and implement technology solutions from initial concept through deployment, adoption, and performance measurement.

• Establish enterprise data strategies, reporting capabilities, and reusable solutions that support continued growth.

Customer & Program Innovation

• Partner with Service Delivery and program leadership to identify and implement technology improvements across existing federal contracts.

• Develop AI-enabled, automated, and data-driven solutions that improve mission outcomes, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

• Ensure solutions align with contractual requirements, security standards, and customer expectations.

• Evaluate results and expand successful innovations across applicable programs.

Growth & Technical Solution Development

• Collaborate with Business Development, Capture, and Proposal teams to develop competitive technical solutions for new opportunities and recompetes.

• Lead technical solution architecture, demonstrations, prototypes, and implementation planning.

• Support technical proposal development, solution reviews, and customer presentations.

• Ensure proposed solutions are practical, cost-conscious, secure, and executable upon contract award.

• Develop reusable technical capabilities and differentiators that strengthen STOPSO's competitive position.

Executive Leadership

• Collaborate with executive and functional leadership to align technology initiatives with organizational priorities.

• Develop business cases, strategic roadmaps, and measurable performance objectives.

• Manage cross-functional initiatives, resources, budgets, and technology partnerships within approved authority.

• Provide executive reporting on progress, risks, investments, and organizational impact.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in technology leadership, enterprise transformation, federal consulting, or related disciplines.

• Demonstrated leadership experience within the federal government contracting environment.

• Proven experience overseeing enterprise IT operations, cybersecurity, technology investments, and risk management.

• Experience implementing AI, automation, data analytics, or digital transformation initiatives with measurable results.

• Demonstrated experience developing federal technical solutions across Business Development, Capture, and Proposal activities.

• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud technologies, systems integration, and applicable federal cybersecurity requirements.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement complex initiatives from concept through execution.

• Excellent strategic planning, executive communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a technical or business-related discipline.

• Experience with IT service management, cloud modernization, Zero Trust, AI/ML, and enterprise analytics.

• Familiarity with NIST, CMMC, CUI protection, and federal cybersecurity requirements.

• Experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, ServiceNow, Power BI, or comparable enterprise platforms.

• Relevant certifications in cybersecurity, cloud technologies, enterprise architecture, ITIL, or project management.

Leadership Expectations

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and hands‑on leader who can translate complex business challenges into practical solutions. Success requires strong technical judgment, operational accountability, collaboration, and the ability to deliver measurable improvements.

The VP, ET&I will be evaluated on enterprise technology performance, successful transformation initiatives, customer mission improvements, and technical contributions to STOPSO's continued growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.