Description
Manages and participates in all aspects of systems acquisition: conception, research, development, and acquisition of system automation material for the Army, from requirements formulation through disposal. Maintains awareness of advances in emerging computer systems technologies and evaluates and assesses competing technological approaches which may affect present or projected Army system requirements. Conducts analysis, research, design, and development for future systems. Develops objectives, plans, and procedures for testing and evaluating efficiency of computer systems processes. Translates computer systems operational concepts, requirements, architectures, and designs into detailed engineering specification and criteria for acquisition and installation of software and firmware for mission-critical weapon systems; command, control, communications, and intelligence systems; and automated information systems. Technical representative to the contracting officer on specified contracts and acts as a technical consultant on computer, software, hardware, and systems engineering matters.
Core Skills
- systems acquisition management
- requirements analysis
- systems engineering
- technology evaluation
- R&D planning
- lifecycle management
- vendor and contract management
- risk management
- cost-benefit analysis
- enterprise architecture awareness
- IT portfolio management
- stakeholder communication
- technical writing
- project and program management
- process improvement
- strategic planning
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- DoD DAWIA Engineering or IT-related training (where applicable)
Civilian Career Paths
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- IT MANAGEMENT
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
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