Sr. Program/Project Lead
Empower AI · Fort Huachuca, AZ · 1 wk ago
Project ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead mission-critical projects and programs, with responsibility for scope, schedule, risk, and cross-functional coordination
- Project and program management for AI/ML-enabled solutions and IT modernization initiatives, including strategic planning, risk management, and alignment with enterprise transformation objectives
- Lead and support cybersecurity, operations, engineering, and sustainment activities across Army enterprise IT environments supporting missions at Fort Huachuca and supported locations
- Perform or oversee Tier II and Tier III operational engineering and break-fix support, including incident, problem, and change management for mission-critical enterprise systems
- Provide technical leadership for operational engineering and sustainment, including system baseline management, testing and validation in controlled environments, lifecycle support, and implementation of approved changes
- Interface directly with government stakeholders, Subject Matter Experts, and senior leadership to assess risk, recommend technical solutions, support decision-making, and improve operational performance
- Support change, configuration, and release management (CCRM) activities, including coordination with the Change Advisory Board (CAB) and validation of security and interoperability impacts
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level personnel across cybersecurity, operations, engineering, and field service functions, supporting workforce development and mission continuity
- Support on-site and field activities, including system installations, site surveys, Move/Add/Change actions, and operational support as required at Fort Huachuca and other supported locations
Qualifications
- Active Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligibility preferred depending on tasking)
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent military/industry experience)
- 10 –15+ years experience across one or more of the following: Cybersecurity / Information Assurance Network or Systems Engineering IT Operations / Enterprise Sustainment Field Services or Operational Engineering
- Strong understanding of DoD cybersecurity and IT operations frameworks, including RMF, NIST 800-53, ITIL, and DoD cyber workforce requirements
- Ability to lead teams, work independently, and operate in mission-critical environments