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Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 14 hours ago

Senior IT Policy and Risk Management Strategist - 26584

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$121K/yr - $160K/yr

9+ years exp

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Senior IT Policy and Risk Management Strategist to support their Warfare Systems Business Group. This role involves leading initiatives within a Federal DoW agency, focusing on IT policy, compliance, and risk management, while ensuring alignment with federal regulations and organizational objectives.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive analyses of existing Federal and DoW laws, regulations, and policies to develop enterprise-wide risk management strategies and tools that support decision-making for senior leadership

Lead the development and implementation of compliance programs for Records Management, Section 508 Accessibility, and the Paperwork Reduction Act, ensuring adherence to DoW mandates and phased maturity roadmaps

Build and launch an Annual Program Assessment function to proactively evaluate compliance with IT-related laws, regulations, and policies, incorporating internal audits and system reviews to mitigate risks

Contribute significantly to the development and maintenance of a comprehensive IT policy framework tailored to DoW requirements, defining roles, responsibilities, and authorities for the CIO, while ensuring alignment with federal and agency standards

Establish and operationalize IT policies through centralized processes, communication plans, training programs, and a SharePoint policy portal to enhance accessibility and compliance across the agency

Oversee the delivery of key program outputs, including policy frameworks, compliance tools, training materials, audit documentation, and tracking mechanisms to monitor progress and identify bottlenecks

Provide strategic guidance and leadership to ensure continuous improvement in IT policy, compliance, and risk management programs, while fostering collaboration across IM&T and DoW stakeholders

Collaborate closely with the Senior IT Policy Analyst and cross-functional teams to integrate policy, risk, and compliance considerations into IT initiatives

Advise senior leadership on emerging risks, compliance obligations, and strategic recommendations to enhance the organization's risk posture

Qualification

IT governanceRisk managementCompliance programsFederal regulationsAnalytical skillsStakeholder managementDHS Section 508 TrainingCommunication skillsProject management

Required

9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience

Experience supporting federal or regulated environments (particularly with PRA, Section 508, and records management requirements)

Ability to influence and lead without direct authority

Proven track record in IT governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs

Excellent communication and project management abilities

Strong analytical skills

Clearance: Must possess an active secret security clearance

Preferred

Exhibit deep expertise in compliance assessment frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, or similar standards) to identify risks, recommend mitigations, and drive continuous improvement

Ability to conduct overall risk management facilitation, expertise, and guidance to stakeholders across the organization while maintaining key stakeholder and industry relationships

Proven track record of developing and implementing enterprise-level IT policies and risk management programs in alignment with federal and DoW regulations

DHS Section 508 Training Certificate