Senior Task Lead, Solutions Architect
AMERICAN SYSTEMS
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $155,700 - $260,000 per year
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Lead a cross-functional team of prime and subcontractor staff, fostering collaboration and accountability in support of Government Agency operational goals.
- Act as the primary point of contact between Government leadership, Uniformed Members, and project delivery teams, championing customer success.
- Provide senior-level consultancy and technical expertise, advising Government stakeholders on operational improvements, strategy, and best practices.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical audiences, including Government leadership and front-line personnel.
- Develop and deliver innovative solutions to operational challenges, from initial concept through to implementation and sustainment.
- Manage project scope, schedule, resources, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with Government priorities and contract requirements.
- Identify risks and opportunities; proactively recommend solutions and corrective actions to address challenges and maximize mission impact.
- Lead requirements gathering, workflow analysis, and solution design sessions with Government stakeholders and team members.
- Oversee quality assurance, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with Government customers.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among all project stakeholders, ensuring transparency and timely issue resolution.
- Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations for executive-level audiences, translating technical data into mission-relevant insights.
- Mentor and guide junior consultants and team members, promoting a culture of thought leadership, professional growth, and continuous learning.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- CBP BI or Top Secret Clearance is required
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM field with 12+ years of experience; Master’s degree preferred
- Previous experience with Department of Homeland Security
- Previous experience in Systems Engineering and Acquisition
- Understanding the Systems Engineering and Acquisition Lifecycles at DHS, CBP preferred (e.g., ALF, MD-102)
- Familiarity with IEEE standard 1012
- Excellent writing, communications, and briefing skills
- Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and effective decision-making
- Skilled in planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package
- healthcare benefits
- paid leave
- retirement plans
- insurance programs
- education and training assistance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
Systems EngineeringAcquisitionOperational ImprovementsWorkflow AnalysisSolution DesignQuality AssurancePerformance MonitoringContinuous ImprovementRisk ManagementProject Management
Soft skills
CollaborationAccountabilityCustomer SuccessCommunicationMentoringInitiativeJudgmentDecision-MakingPlanningOrganizing
Certifications
Top Secret ClearanceBachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree