CIO Team Lead

About the role

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to intelligence and national security customers. This contingent position, dependent on contract award, is for a Team Lead supporting the Chief Information Office (CIO) at a government customer in the Northern Virginia area. The CIO Team Lead will manage a team of contractors/sub‑contractors, serve as the primary point of contact with the government customer, and direct technical execution and project issues.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects – work at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT, and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment – dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work – design and optimize defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all project operations of the team across multiple work locations.
• Provide brief leadership on program status and milestones.
• Develop procedures for successful program execution.

Required Qualifications

• Current and active TOP SECRET / SCI security clearance.
• At least four years of experience managing projects that provide enterprise IT operation and maintenance (O&M) support and IT enhancement projects.
• Experience providing technical support materials for senior leaders (strategic papers, options analyses, executive briefings).
• Demonstrated experience performing executive action tracking.
• Experience guiding program performance, resource planning, and acquisition/procurement strategy.

Required Education / Relevant Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data analytics, software engineering, or a related technical field + 8 years of experience, or
• High school diploma or equivalent + 12 years of experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience translating mission priorities into actionable IT roadmaps, investment plans, and measurable outcomes related to counterintelligence and security missions.

Pay

$172,900 – $211,400 (Washington DC Metro Area only). The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and internal parity considerations.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Flexible spending account and disability coverage
• Paid time off and flexible work schedule
• Career advancement through professional training and development

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, sign‑on bonuses, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance, in accordance with internal policy or contractual designation.