Rapid Application Development Services Technical Lead

Systems Engineering Solutions Corporation • Chantilly, VA • 85 days ago

Program Description: The Program manages a collaborative multi-enclave (Unclassified, Secret, and Top Secret) portfolio of networks to provide a safe, secure, and collaborative environment in which to store, process, enrich, and analyze data. The program streamlines the examination process by offering a "one-stop shop" approach for examiners to leverage a myriad of tools and applications needed to help illustrate the totality of the criminal activity and actor(s) in question.

Position Description: Rapid Application Development Services Technical Lead - We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Rapid Application Development (RAD) Services Technical Lead to drive the end-to-end design, development, and delivery of fast, scalable, and high-impact digital solutions. In this hybrid role, you will lead agile technical teams, work closely with business stakeholders and clients, and champion modern development practices-including low-code/no-code platforms-to accelerate time-to-value.

This is a high-impact leadership position that requires a unique blend of hands-on development, technical architecture, agile delivery, and customer-facing communication.

Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret with eligibility to Special Compartmented Information (SCI)

Requirements

Responsibilities:

  • Manage tactical teams performing incident response and computer network operations and exploitation (CNO/CNE) focused on the rapid deployment of capabilities to address challenges in real-time.

  • Manage teams comprised of technically proficient government personnel and contract staff skilled in advanced digital forensics.

  • Ability to perform the following duties:

  • Building and testing operational prototypes

  • Conducting analysis of case and intelligence related cyber data to develop and apply advanced analytical tools or methodologies

  • Performing research of novel capabilities derived from technical analysis

  • Researching emerging technologies, exploitation techniques, custom tools, etc.

  • Performing reverse engineering of applied cyber actor tools, techniques, and capabilities to garner insights and advance defenses

  • Performing network analysis and design

  • Performing robust vulnerability research and analysis of technical information (data, code, binary code, etc)

  • Supporting systems integration for law enforcement operations

  • Lead Rapid Development Cycles

  • Guide the team through accelerated application development sprints, ensuring fast delivery of high-quality prototypes and MVPs.

  • Architect Scalable & Flexible Solutions

  • Design systems that support quick iteration and future extensibility, balancing speed with long-term maintainability.

  • Collaborate Closely with Stakeholders

  • Work directly with product managers, business analysts, and end users to gather evolving requirements and rapidly implement feedback.

  • Oversee Technical Execution

  • Provide technical direction for frontend and backend development, database design, integrations, and low-code/no-code platforms (if applicable).

  • Promote a Prototype-First Culture

  • Champion the creation of clickable wireframes, functional mockups, and working demos to validate concepts early and often.

  • Mentor and Support Developers

  • Lead and coach a cross-functional development team, fostering best practices in rapid development, code quality, and peer reviews.

  • Ensure Agile Delivery with Continuous Feedback

  • Run tight feedback loops through continuous integration, user testing, and iterative releases to quickly evolve applications.

  • Identify & Resolve Technical Barriers

  • Troubleshoot issues, remove development roadblocks, and implement pragmatic solutions under tight timelines.

  • Integrate Tools and Technologies Efficiently

  • Evaluate and implement RAD-friendly tools, frameworks, and platforms (e.g., OutSystems, Mendix, Microsoft Power Platform, or traditional stacks).

  • Maintain Quality While Moving Fast

  • Balance development speed with technical rigor through lightweight testing, version control, and coding standards.

  • Champion Reusability & Modularity

  • Build reusable components and templates to accelerate future project cycles and reduce duplicated effort.

  • Communicate Progress Transparently

  • Provide clear updates to stakeholders on development progress, risk areas, and timelines during rapid iteration phases.

Required Skills:

  • Active top-secret clearance.

  • Full-Stack Development Expertise

  • Proficiency in both frontend and backend technologies

  • Low-Code/No-Code Platforms

  • Rapid Prototyping Tools

  • Familiarity with prototyping and wireframing tools.

  • API Integration Skills

  • Experience rapidly integrating RESTful APIs, third-party services, and cloud-based backends.

  • Database Design and Querying

  • Solid understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases, with the ability to design quickly adaptable schemas.

  • DevOps & CI/CD Fundamentals

  • Exposure to continuous integration and deployment pipelines to support fast delivery cycles.

  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead by example and inspire team growth.

  • Some domestic or internal travel may be required.

Preferred Skills:

  • Platform & Framework Specialization

  • Integration Experience

  • Development and Delivery Optimization

  • Process and Collaboration Experience

Soft Skills:

· Organizational Skills: Can plan and prioritize work. Follows tasks to their logical conclusion and makes sure that everything has been done to the right standard. Good attention to detail.

· Team Work: Able to enthuse and maintain project interest. Comfortable working both individually and as part of a team. Prepared to challenge ideas within a group in a constructive way.

· Leadership: Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges. Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization.

· Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently to team members and clients, verbally and in writing. Able to present ideas in a variety of ways depending upon audience and context. Excellent active listening skills.

· Quantitative Management: Ability to determine process measures and track to determine process effectiveness and efficiency.

· Problem Solving: Natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics. Ability to analyze problems and determine root cause, generating alternatives, evaluating and selecting alternatives and implementing solutions.

· Results oriented: Able to drive things forward regardless of personal interest in the task.

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