Senior IT Modernization Specialist

Job ID: 2503954

Location: WASHINGTON, DC, US

Date Posted: 2025-04-01

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Digital Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: Yes

Description

SAIC is seeking a talented and innovative Senior IT Modernization Specialist to join our team supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contract. The Senior IT Modernization Specialist will drive continuous improvement and innovation in FEMA's IT infrastructure. This position is hybrid remote and is located in Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements and innovative solutions for FEMA's IT systems.
• IT Leadership: Lead enterprise-level IT systems development and sustainment, including transitions, modernizations, acquisitions, and transformations.
• AI/Gen AI Implementations: Implement AI/Gen AI engagements, leveraging prior experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or other government agencies.
• Project Management: Utilize experience in software sustainment, IT modernization, and IT project management to lead projects effectively.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with stakeholders to understand needs and deliver IT solutions that enhance mission capabilities.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with FEMA policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

This opportunity is contingent upon award.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and 9 years of related experience. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Certifications: Must have the following certifications:
• Azure Fundamentals Certification
• One AI Certification
• PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in implementing AI/Gen AI engagements at DHS or other government agencies.
• Clearance: Must obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance prior to starting work under this contract.

Desired Skills:

• Proven experience in leading enterprise-level IT systems development and sustainment for the Federal government.
• Hands-on experience in software sustainment, IT modernization, or IT project management.
• Strong ability to bring continuous improvement and innovative solutions to complex IT challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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