Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Advanced expertise in cloud platforms, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code, or cybersecurity.
Experience in systems engineering principles for requirements analysis and architecture development.
Knowledge of secure system design and cybersecurity compliance in Government environments.
Experience in evaluating technical solutions and validating designs against requirements.
Strong technical writing and communication skills for complex concepts.
Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise for AFRL digital platforms and infrastructure.
Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze mission needs and translate objectives into technical solutions.
Evaluate architectures and recommend modernization approaches for performance and security improvements.
Define technical standards and procedures aligned with cybersecurity and governance requirements.
Analyze technical issues, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with teams.
Review technical designs and deliverables for compliance and operational readiness.
Develop architecture diagrams, reports, and training materials for knowledge transfer.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a Government setting.
Engagement with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Potential for professional growth and development in a specialized field.
Contribution to national security through advanced technical solutions.
Full Job Description
Subject Matter Expert
Wright-Patterson AFB
*This position is contingent upon contract award and the actual job description may vary based on specific contract requirements and organizational needs.*
Responsibilities:
Provide subject matter expertise and technical recommendations for the design, integration, modernization, and sustainment of AFRL enterprise digital platforms, applications, and supporting infrastructure.
Collaborate with Government stakeholders and technical teams to analyze mission needs, validate requirements, identify system dependencies, and translate operational objectives into actionable technical solutions.
Evaluate existing architectures and emerging technologies; recommend modernization approaches that improve system performance, security, interoperability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Define and refine technical standards, procedures, and implementation approaches within the assigned area of expertise, ensuring alignment with applicable cybersecurity, configuration management, and governance requirements.
Analyze complex technical issues, identify root causes and cross-system impacts, and coordinate corrective actions with engineering, development, cybersecurity, and operations teams.
Review technical designs, test plans, test results, and deliverables to verify accuracy, requirements compliance, integration readiness, and suitability for operational use.
Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, technical reports, operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and training materials; provide knowledge transfer to technical teams and users.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Demonstrated advanced expertise in one or more relevant technical disciplines, such as cloud platforms, Kubernetes and containerization, Infrastructure as Code, enterprise infrastructure, software integration, or cybersecurity.
Experience applying systems engineering principles to requirements analysis, architecture development, system integration, modernization planning, and technical problem resolution.
Working knowledge of secure system design, cybersecurity compliance, configuration and change management, and the operational considerations associated with classified or controlled Government environments.
Experience evaluating technical solutions and validating designs, test results, and deliverables against functional, security, performance, and interoperability requirements.
Strong technical writing and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts, document recommendations, and collaborate with Government stakeholders and multidisciplinary technical teams.
