Technical Lead ? High Value Asset (HVA) Government Application - 85440

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Job location: Vienna, VA

Full time/ Exempt

We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead to support a FISMA High High-Value Asset (HVA) federal application currently operating in a legacy on-premise environment and undergoing a lift-and-shift migration to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), followed by modernization to a cloud-optimized architecture.

This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can guide architecture, modernization strategy, compliance, and development teams while serving as a thought leader across both technology and business domains.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Serve as the technical authority and solution architect for the application lifecycle.
• Lead cloud migration strategy (lift-and-shift to OCI) and post-migration modernization roadmap.
• Design and implement cloud-native, scalable, and resilient architectures.
• Conduct alternatives analysis (AAs) including feature comparison, cost, risk, and feasibility assessments for system upgrades.
• Define target-state architecture including microservices, API-first design, and event-driven patterns.
  
  

Application Modernization

• Drive platform modernization from Oracle APEX to React-based front-end architecture.
• Lead decomposition of monolithic systems into microservices-based architecture.
• Enhance application using:
• JSON-based secure APIs
• Modern Java frameworks
• Workflow automation and advanced processing capabilities
• Oversee integration of:
• Enterprise Logging (Elastic stack)
• Monitoring, Alerting, and Dashboards (New Relic)
• Application and Infrastructure Instrumentation
  

Development Oversight

• Provide hands-on guidance for:
• Java-based batch programs
• Web services consumed by U.S. states and federal agencies
• Oracle database design and performance tuning (SQL expertise required)
• Review code, enforce standards, and ensure secure coding practices.
• Ensure implementation of scalable, secure API endpoints.
  
  

Compliance & Security

• Lead review and analysis of vulnerability scan results
• Interpret findings across: Infrastructure (OS, network), Application (Java, APIs), Database
• Direct and implement remediation actions including:
• OS and middleware patching
• Application code fixes (e.g., injection flaws, insecure APIs)
• Dependency and library upgrades
• Oracle DB patching (CPU/PSU updates)
• Ensure all activities meet Federal IT compliance frameworks, including:
• FISMA High baseline requirements
• ATO (Authority to Operate) processes
• Collaborate with security teams on:
• RMF artifacts
• Continuous monitoring
• Vulnerability remediation
• Implement secure data exchange mechanisms for interagency communication.
  
  

Data, Analytics & Reporting

• Support enhancements for:
• Data analysis and decision-support reporting
• Advanced querying and reporting capabilities
• Guide improvements in data architecture and governance.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business working groups, stakeholders, and government leadership.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and system enhancements.
• Lead implementation of approved enhancements and system improvements.
  
  

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical coaching and mentoring to development teams.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead design reviews, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.
  
  

Problem Solving & Advanced Analysis

• Apply deep subject matter expertise to:
• System design, modeling, and simulation
• Integration and deployment
• Complex problem resolution requiring intimate system knowledge
• Lead troubleshooting efforts across application, infrastructure, and integrations.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 10 years of relevant IT experience, including technical leadership roles
• Proven experience supporting federal government systems, preferably FISMA High environments
  
  

Technical Skills

• Strong experience with:
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or similar cloud platforms
• Java/J2EE applications and batch processing systems
• Oracle Database & advanced SQL
• RESTful APIs and JSON-based services (secure implementation)
• Experience with modernization technologies:
• React.js
• Microservices architecture
• Familiarity with:
• Elastic (ELK) stack
• New Relic (monitoring, APM, dashboards)
• Experience in:
• Enterprise logging, instrumentation, and observability frameworks
  

Compliance & Frameworks

• Deep understanding of:
• FISMA / NIST RMF framework
• ATO lifecycle and documentation
• Federal enterprise architecture and security compliance
  

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Proven ability as a technology thought leader
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-value federal systems handling multi-agency data exchange
• Familiarity with DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines in regulated environments
• Experience with workflow automation platforms
• Exposure to advanced analytics and reporting solutions
  
  

Key Deliverables

• Cloud migration and modernization roadmap
• Alternative Analysis (AA) documentation
• System architecture diagrams and design artifacts
• Enhanced system capabilities (API, UI, backend, analytics)
• Compliance documentation supporting ATO/FISMA
  
  

Work Environment

• Federal/government contracting environment
• Onsite at Syneren Corporate Office
• Collaboration with distributed teams and agencies
  
  

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• May require extended hours during project deadlines or system implementations.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods in stationary position at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move throughout the office, including across longer distances such as from the building entrance to the workspace.
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.ADA Compliance: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.EEO-1 Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.E-Verify Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States .

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