Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an NCO Technical Lead to support KITS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. The customer may need support as needed at other locations: Warrenton, VA, Atlantic City, NJ, Melbourne, FL, Oklahoma, OK and Leesburg, VA. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. We are seeking an experienced NCO Technical Lead to conduct advanced software and systems engineering activities, support software systems research, and develop new technical capabilities with integrated cybersecurity considerations. The NCO Technical Lead will evaluate emerging technologies, assess potential vulnerabilities, and guide the development of secure, mission‑driven solutions. This role requires a seasoned technical leader with deep engineering expertise and strong experience in cybersecurity‑focused system evaluation.

• Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:
• + Conduct software and systems engineering to develop new or enhanced capabilities.

+ Lead software systems research efforts, ensuring cybersecurity is embedded throughout the system lifecycle. + Perform comprehensive technology research to identify and evaluate potential vulnerabilities in cyberspace systems. + Provide technical leadership in designing, developing, integrating, and validating secure software and system components. + Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to ensure engineering solutions meet mission, performance, and security requirements. + Guide technical staff, oversee engineering tasks, and ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines.

• Required Qualifications:

• + Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics from an accredited institution.

+ Ten (10) years of experience directly supporting the activities described in this position. + At least two (2) years of relevant experience must be recent (performed within the last three years). + Five (5) years of management and supervisory experience within the required experience timeframe. + Two (2) of those five (5) years must have been in a lead role. + Experience overseeing operational cybersecurity, threat intelligence teams, and/or threat intelligence functions. + At least one (1) of the following risk assessment or cybersecurity certifications: + Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) + GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) + CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) + Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

• Preferred Qualifications:

• + Experience in systems engineering for cybersecurity‑sensitive environments. + Background in vulnerability research, cyber systems modeling, or secure architecture design. + Strong analytical, communication, and technical documentation skills.
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The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. _Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com._

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