Technical Modernization & Innovation Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Technology Modernization And Innovation Subject Matter Expert

Chevo is hiring an experienced Technology Modernization And Innovation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our expanding firm. This position provides the opportunity for significant client interaction by learning the client's business and becoming a trusted advisor. Ideal candidates will demonstrate versatility in understanding and performing work related to Service Delivery, Resource Allocation, Communications, Business Intelligence, and Acquisitions related to major Federal IT Programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Government in identifying, evaluating, and demonstrating technology enabled approaches that improve mission performance, operational efficiency, decision support, and service delivery across the service delivery and resource allocation support environment.
• Advise executive stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into actionable options, and shaping scalable, low-risk solutions that align with Government priorities, security expectations, and operational realities.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BS degree, at a minimum, in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
• Fifteen (15) or more years of Federal IT modernization, technology management, software engineering, cloud architecture, digital transformation, and/or related experience.
• Possess active Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Possess one or more relevant professional certifications in cloud architecture, agile delivery, or platform engineering (e.g. AWS Solutions Architect, Salesforce Heroku Architect, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent) certification.
• Ten (10) or more years of experience providing technical leadership for medium or large multi-task projects of high complexity in a federal environment. Demonstrated experience leading cloud, platform, application, or solution Modernization efforts, including hybrid cloud transformation, software development, and technical strategy.
• Experience leading or advising rapid prototyping, proof-of-concept development, technical demonstrations, coding challenges, or other innovation activities used to inform Government acquisition or modernization decisions.
• Experience applying intelligent automation, AI-enabled capabilities, data analytics, customer experience, and platform development approaches to improve workflows, decision support, and mission outcomes.
• Experience assessing technical feasibility, risks, dependencies, security/privacy considerations, and transition approaches associated with modernization initiatives.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DHS or other homeland security, law enforcement, or Federal civilian mission environments is preferred.

Salary Range: $160K - $180K (subject to change)

Eligible for Performance Base Bonus

Chevo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid leave, observes all 11 federal government holidays, 401K plan with matching, monthly SMART card employer contribution for commuting expenses, tuition assistance and more!

Chevo, a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), has made Consulting Magazine's 2023 and 2024 "Best Firms to Work For" list and is a 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Elev8 GovCon honoree. Chevo is a nine-time awardee of the Alliance for Workplace Excellence award; ranked one of the best Small Business Strategy firms by Consulting Magazine; made the Washington Technology Fast 50 list; and has earned multiple Program Management Industry awards.

Chevo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.