IT Strategist

<p><strong>Dark Wolf </strong>is seeking an <strong>IT Strategist </strong>to support our mission by driving strategy and execution for TS/SCI networks and systems, SIPRNet VDI network and systems architectures, and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for commercial SCIFs. The role supports a high-stakes, department-wide transformation effort focused on enabling our customer to access classified data at mission speed through a government-funded, agile, contractor-delivered Minimum Viable Product. The IT Strategist serves as a hybrid operator with deep knowledge of agency classified network engineering, security accreditation, vendor accountability, and on-the-ground operational execution. The primary objective of this role is to oversee the strategic implementation of the Commercial Wide Area Network (CWAN) to streamline Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) access for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The Senior IT Strategist will guide the paradigm shift from a government-funded infrastructure to a commercial fee-for-service model. The IT strategist will lead the Classified Infrastructure as a Service (CIaaS) Pilot, focusing on rapid capability delivery. The core scope involves reducing the current 12 to 24-month site onboarding timeline to under 3 months by transitioning to a contractor-delivered minimum viable product. The strategist will also ensure the architecture strictly adheres to a Zero Data Footprint policy, guaranteeing that no classified data resides at the contractor facility.</p>

<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>

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<li>Network Architecture Oversight: Direct the establishment of IC Exchange Points (ICX) utilizing high-speed peering to connect contractor network backbones across Eastern, Central, and Western geographic regions.</li>

<li>Security & Accreditation: Manage the implementation of a single, scalable Authority to Operate (ATO) that covers all global kiosks, ensuring new sites require only administrative updates rather than new ATO cycles.</li>

<li>VDI Implementation: Supervise the integration of government-controlled peering connected to a contractor Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) network.</li>

<li>Encryption Standards: Validate that all commercial transport network connections utilize mandatory Type-1 encryption.</li>

<li>Stakeholder Integration: Empower the contractor to operate as the industry Program Management Office (PMO), serving as the single accountability interface between government stakeholders and the DIB.</li>

<li>Future State Planning: Authorize and evaluate future hosting services, including the implementation of centralized Virtual Resource Hosting Clusters for industry contract performance.</li>

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<p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p>

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<li>10+ years of tactical and strategic project management experience within the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or Defense Industrial Base.</li>

<li>Extensive operational experience working with DCSA and DIA; Intelligence Community experience is a plus.</li>

<li>Deep working proficiency with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), the ATO lifecycle, and ICD 705 SCIF build-outs.</li>

<li>Practical understanding of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), secure cloud environments, Type-1 encryption transport, and modern software development lifecycles.</li>

<li>Proven ability to manage concurrent, multi-layered projects involving hardware deployment, facility construction, and complex IT network activations under tight deadlines.</li>

<li>Ability to communicate complex technical, cybersecurity, accreditation, and operational concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li>

<li><strong>US Citizenship and currently possess a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility</strong></li>

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<p><strong>Desired Qualifications:</strong></p>

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<li>Project Management Professional (PMP).</li>

<li> Agile/Scrum certification, or DoD 8140/8570 compliance certification such as Security+, CISSP, or CISM.</li>

<li>Familiarity with classified cloud architectures such as AWS Secret/Top Secret or Microsoft Azure Government Secret.</li>

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<p>The salary range for this position is $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset. </p>

<p>We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.</p>

<p>We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. <br><br>In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.</p>