Minimum of 15 years of experience architecting, developing, and maintaining applications on a Content Management System (CMS) platform.
Experience leading architecture, design, and implementation efforts for Federal IT systems, web applications, CMS platforms, or enterprise software.
Strong background in secure software development, modernization, integration, and sustainment.
Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability remediation, STIGs, RMF/ATO, or related Federal security requirements.
Requirements:
Lead the technical direction for the ESI.mil website and CMS platform.
Support system modernization, enhancements, maintenance, and day-to-day operations.
Design and implement scalable, secure solutions for approved updates and new features.
Troubleshoot issues, resolve defects, and maintain overall system health and data integrity.
Job description
Location: Fairfax, VA / Remote Company: Nationwide IT Services (NIS) Type: Full-Time
Nationwide IT Services is seeking a Lead Technical Architect for a potential role supporting the ESI.mil website and internal CMS platform for NIWC Pacific and DoD ESI stakeholders. This person will serve as the senior technical lead responsible for the platform's overall architecture, modernization, security, reliability, and long-term support.
You’ll work closely with the Project Manager, Government stakeholders, developers, cybersecurity teams, and operations staff to keep the platform secure, scalable, accessible, and running smoothly while helping drive future enhancements and modernization efforts. The Department of War (DOW), Enterprise Software Initiative (ESI), manages enterprise-wide commercial IT agreements, assets, and policies to reduce costs across the DOW, Coast Guard, and Intelligence communities. It supports the full IT lifecycle by using the DOW’s combined buying power with software, hardware, and service vendors.
DOW ESI helps lower costs by combining software needs across organizations and promoting Enterprise Software Agreements. It supports smarter purchasing decisions but does not require any specific products or services.
What You’ll Do
Lead the technical direction for the ESI.mil website and CMS platform
Support system modernization, enhancements, maintenance, and day-to-day operations
Design and implement scalable, secure solutions for approved updates and new features
Troubleshoot issues, resolve defects, and maintain overall system health and data integrity
Guide secure software development practices and support cybersecurity remediation efforts
Help ensure compliance with DoD, DON, NIWC PAC, RMF, STIG, NIST, DFARS, and other security requirements
Support Section 508 accessibility compliance and accessible design best practices
Work on enhancements such as:
Secure portals
CAC-enabled access
Search for improvements
Workflow automation
Reporting and analytics
AI/ML-related capabilities
Mobile-friendly functionality
Coordinate release planning, testing, deployments, QA/UAT, and CI/CD activities
Provide technical input for backlog planning, architecture documentation, risk management, and deliverables
Support RMF/ATO documentation and vulnerability management activities
Oversee code quality, configuration management, testing, deployments, and technical documentation
Identify technical risks and recommend practical solutions
Mentor technical team members and help maintain development standards and best practices
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 15 years of experience architecting, developing, and maintaining applications on a Content Management System (CMS) platform.
Experience must include demonstrated expertise in implementing and architecting solutions that adhere to DoD ASD STIG for the specified platform.
Demonstrate experience with secure integrations with external DoD enterprise services.
Experience leading architecture, design, and implementation efforts for Federal IT systems, web applications, CMS platforms, or enterprise software
Strong background in secure software development, modernization, integration, and sustainment
Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability remediation, STIGs, RMF/ATO, or related Federal security requirements
Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards
Experience working in Agile environments with backlog management, release planning, testing, and CI/CD
Experience in creating and maintaining technical documentation and architecture artifacts
Strong communication skills and ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting Navy, DoD, NIWC, NAVWAR, or SeaPort NxG programs
Experience with public-facing government websites or enterprise knowledge portals
Familiarity with CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001, ISO 20000, or ISO 27001 environments
Experience with tools such as Azure DevOps, Git, Jira, or Visual Studio Online
Experience with technologies such as React, Angular, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, APIs, dashboards, automation tools, or cloud/FedRAMP environments
Experience supporting CAC/PKI authentication, role-based access control, and sensitive data protection
Why Join NIS? At Nationwide IT Services, you’ll support high-impact DoD missions while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, growth-focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to help modernize and secure mission-critical government platforms while contributing to meaningful long-term initiatives. Top of Form
