Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
12+ years of experience in senior IT management, consulting, or advisory roles
Demonstrated experience supporting OSD-level CIO organizations or equivalent DoD headquarters elements
Proven experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) IT environments
Strong knowledge of DoD IT governance, IT budgeting, cybersecurity frameworks, and project management best practices
Responsibilities
Provide senior advisory support to the agency CIO on enterprise IT strategy and governance
Support development and implementation of IT policies in line with DoD regulations
Assist in aligning CIO initiatives with DoD and cybersecurity policies
Facilitate governance bodies such as investment review boards and senior steering committees
Support IT budget formulation and execution, including classified activities
Provide oversight and analytical support across IT programs and initiatives
Prepare executive briefings, decision memoranda, and strategic planning support materials
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in national security
Access to a mission-oriented, fast-paced work environment
Ability to influence high-level IT strategy and policy
Engagement with senior government leadership within the DoD
Support for professional development and potential certifications
Full Job Description
Tau Six, an agile small company delivering cutting edge cybersecurity and systems integration services to the US National Security market, has an immediate need for a Senior IT Management Consultant to provide support to a Chief Information Officer within a Department of Defense customer. In this role you have the opportunity to help drive IT strategy, deliver project and financial oversight, and drive technology innovation with a mission-oriented, fast-moving, and impactful customer.
The Senior Information Technology Management Consultant provides senior-level advisory, analytical, and operational support to a Chief Information Officer (CIO) within the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) under a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) contract. The consultant serves as a trusted advisor to senior government leadership, supporting enterprise IT management, governance, budgeting, cybersecurity oversight, and program execution, while maintaining the independence required of a SETA role.
This position requires extensive experience operating in DoD research and development environments, including support to Special Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) IT systems, and a demonstrated ability to navigate the unique governance, security, and coordination challenges present at the Department's most senior levels.
Key Responsibilities
CIO Strategy, Governance, and Policy Support
Provide senior advisory support to the agency CIO on enterprise IT strategy, governance, and execution
Support development, coordination, and implementation of IT policies, directives, and guidance in alignment with DoD-wide regulations
Assist in aligning CIO initiatives with DoD CIO, OMB, and SAP IT and cybersecurity policies
Facilitate and support governance bodies, including investment review boards, change/configuration control boards, and senior steering committees
Coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders to meet organizational IT and cybersecurity objectives
IT Budget, Financial, and Cost Management
Support formulation, justification, and execution of IT budgets, including POM, FYDP, and PB cycles
Track and analyze IT program costs, obligations, and expenditures, including classified activities
Develop cost estimates, funding profiles, and decision-quality financial analyses
Support responses to internal audits, senior leadership inquiries, and external oversight reviews
Program and Project Management Oversight
Provide oversight and analytical support to IT programs and initiatives, including classified and SAP IT efforts
Track schedules, milestones, risks, and issues across complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
Support development of integrated master schedules, performance metrics, and executive briefings
Ensure IT initiatives align with DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and CIO governance requirements
Cybersecurity, SAP IT, and Risk Oversight
Provide advisory support related to cybersecurity governance, compliance, and risk management
Support oversight of Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities for both unclassified and classified systems
Assist with governance and compliance for Special Access Program (SAP) IT environments
Assist the CIO in tracking cybersecurity risks, mitigation plans, ATO status, and continuous monitoring activities
Coordinate with security, counterintelligence, and SAP security officials as required
Workforce, Contractor, and Organizational Support
Support agency CIO leadership in IT workforce planning and organizational alignment
Provide advisory support related to oversight of government and contractor IT personnel
Assist with development of staffing plans, skill gap analyses, and workforce modernization efforts
Ensure contractor activities remain compliant with SETA boundaries and non-inherently governmental functions
Executive-Level Support and Communications
Prepare executive briefings, decision memoranda, white papers, and senior leader support materials
Support leadership meetings, working groups, and strategic planning sessions
Serve as a liaison between the agency CIO organization and DoD Components, Intelligence Community partners, and external stakeholders
Provide independent assessments and recommendations consistent with OSD and SETA requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
12+ years of experience in senior IT management, consulting, or advisory roles
Demonstrated experience supporting OSD-level CIO organizations or equivalent DoD headquarters elements
Proven experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) IT environments
Strong knowledge of:
DoD IT governance and policy frameworks
Federal and DoD IT budgeting and financial management
Cybersecurity governance, RMF, and classified system compliance
Program and project management best practices in highly classified environments
Experience operating in a SETA/advisory capacity, providing independent, non-conflicted support to senior government leadership
Certifications (Preferred)
PMP, ITIL, or equivalent project/service management certification
CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cybersecurity certification
DAWIA, FAC-P/PM, or familiarity with DoD acquisition processes
Security Clearance
Active DoD Top Secret clearance required
Eligibility for SAP and SCI access required (SAP indoctrination highly preferred)
