Systems Engineer - Information Support Plan (ISP)
Job Category: Consulting
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Current Secret DOD security clearance
• Minimum 12 years of related work experience.
• Master’s degree in a technical discipline
• At least 2 years’ experience in an Enterprise Architecture & Interoperability environment.
• Understanding of acquisition processes and DoD program justification requirements.

Desired:

• Exceptional strategic communication skills with ability to influence and drive organizational change across complex DoD enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate technology trends and proactively recommend integration of emerging technologies (AI/ML, cloud computing, edge computing, IoT, blockchain) into DoD processes and architecture.
• Experience in developing and executing strategic technology roadmaps that align with DoD digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams through complex technology adoption and process transformation efforts.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills, with ability to translate technical concepts into strategic business value propositions.
• Experience with agile methodologies, DevSecOps, and modern software development practices in government environments.
• Knowledge of data analytics, automation frameworks, and digital engineering best practices.

• Ability to identify and articulate strategic opportunities for technology integration that enhance mission effectiveness and operational efficiency.

The individual provides comprehensive support to the DoD Information Support Plan (ISP) process, including:

• Champion data-focused digital engineering practices and automation strategies across DoD interoperability initiatives.
• Development, review, and coordination of directives, instructions, and other documents that guide the ISP process and support DoD enterprise architecture transformation.
• Help desk support for the ISP development tool: offer technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues.
• Investigate and resolve operational problems in conjunction with other engineering and technical personnel.
• Coordinate with DoD CIO personnel on the review of assigned ISPs.
• Support the Joint Assessment and Standards Management (JASM) tool and DoD Information Standards Registry (DISR).

Specific Duties Include:

• Lead initiatives to integrate emerging technologies into DoD enterprise architecture and data management processes.
• Assess ISPs for ACAT I–IV and Non-ACAT programs across military and government agencies.
• Provide technical assistance on ISPs for the JASM Helpdesk supporting DoD CIO and DISA.
• Create JASM software documentation on user test findings, analysis, and operating procedures for the JASM guidebooks.
• Provide strategic support to the Interoperability Steering Group (ISG) by coordinating meetings and teleconferences, facilitating issue resolution, and contributing to informed decision-making for the DoD CIO.
• Support reviews of DoD IT systems to ensure compliance with Subtitle III of Title 40 USC (Clinger-Cohen Act) and DoDI 8330.01 interoperability certification requirements.
• Apply DoDI 8310.01 to verify IT standards compliance and conformance across systems and services.
• Provide analysis and recommendations to enhance systems and services in alignment with DoD IT standards, interoperability goals, and digital transformation objectives.

Other Responsibilities May Include:

• Support triage and review of program justification documentation for DoD acquisition processes.
• Review and assess Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Capabilities Development Documents (CDDs), and Capability Production Documents (CPDs) for acquisition process compliance.