Technical Lead TS/SCI
Parsons Corporation1 day ago
Arlington, VA, USAStaff+
Base Salary
$125k - $225k/yr
Responsibilities
- Define, communicate, and enforce technical and engineering standards across multiple delivery PODs.
- Define and evolve system architecture aligned with mission requirements, security standards, and enterprise objectives.
- Provide technical leadership for solution design, technology selection, engineering practices, and technical quality across cross-functional teams.
- Establish development frameworks and reusable engineering patterns to improve technical excellence and efficiency.
- Review technical outputs for quality, performance, security, and compliance.
- Translate business and mission requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions with product managers, agile leads, and stakeholders.
- Mentor engineering talent and foster continuous improvement, technical innovation, and knowledge sharing.
- Assess and mitigate technical risks and resolve complex technical challenges across delivery PODs.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience in technical leadership, systems engineering, or solution architecture roles.
- Experience defining system architecture and engineering standards for complex, mission-critical systems.
- Experience ensuring technical quality, process consistency, and successful delivery across multiple development teams or PODs.
- Strong knowledge of secure software development, data engineering, and systems integration in federal or Department of Defense environments.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical problem-solving skills.
- Preferred qualifications include a relevant master's degree, Joint Staff or CDAO experience, expertise in cloud architectures, DevSecOps, data platforms, and AI/ML solution delivery, and familiarity with DoD technical standards, CMMC, RMF, and enterprise architecture principles.
- Advanced certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or CISSP are desired.
Benefits
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.
- The position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance and is part of Parsons' Federal Solutions team.
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About Parsons Corporation
Parsons Corporation is a public engineering and technology firm that designs, builds, and secures critical infrastructure and national security systems for government and commercial clients. It earns revenue through contracts for engineering, construction management, program management, and cyber and intelligence solutions across transportation, water, space, and defense domains. Founded in 1944 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, it trades on the NYSE and serves U.S. government and international infrastructure owners.