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Subject Matter/Functional Expert (Senior and SME Level) TS/SCI with Poly REQUIRED

$89.6k - $204k
Subject Matter/Functional Expert (Senior and SME Level) TS/SCI with Poly REQUIRED

Position Description
CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for Subject Matter/Functional Experts within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities.

The Subject Matter/Functional Expert you will act as the principal authority and trusted advisor in your specialized field. You will translate highly complex concepts into actionable business solutions, ensuring that operations, architectures, and strategies align perfectly with organizational goals.

CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality, scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced, outcome-driven mission.

This position is located in our Arlington office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Your future duties and responsibilities
Key Responsibilities (Senior Level)
Strategic Leadership & Consulting
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives from inception to conclusion, driving Continuous Service Improvements (CSI).
• Provide expert consultation to executive leadership, advising on long-range objectives, industry trends, and technology roadmaps.
• Act as the final escalation point for the resolution of exceptionally complex problems.
Complex Analysis & Execution
• Perform high-level functional analysis, research, and data modeling to solve critical organizational bottlenecks.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Problem Management activities to mitigate risks and prevent future vulnerabilities.
• Author and oversee highly technical documentation, including standard operating procedures and engineering/implementation plans.
Governance & Mentorship
• Establish and enforce strict operational standards, policies, and best practices across the enterprise.
• Mentor, coach, and elevate junior staff, transferring critical domain knowledge to build a high-performing internal workforce.
• Oversee vendor relationships, contract performance, and external deliverables to ensure compliance and quality.

Key Responsibilities (SME Level)
• Core Competency: Complete mastery and understanding of a specific industry, technical, or functional domain.
• Primary Objective: To conceptualize, develop, and implement solutions for mission-critical or client-specific challenges that lack precedent or existing frameworks.
• Strategic & Conceptual Leadership: Spearhead the development of requirements, objectives, and high-level strategies from a project's inception to its conclusion.
• Complex Problem Resolution: Provide detailed analysis, scenario modeling, and comprehensive evaluation for exceptionally intricate, client-specific, or enterprise-wide challenges.
• Consultative Guidance: Act as the ultimate organizational resource, offering expert advice, technical guidance, and mentorship to program directors, executive leadership, and project staff.
• Industry Representation: Frequently recognized as an industry leader; sought out by peers and external stakeholders for bona fide expert knowledge.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
All roles require an active TS/SCI with Poly

Senior Level/Exceptionally Complex:
• Education:
o High School Diploma/GED with 10 years of relevant experience,
o Associates Degree with 8 years of relevant experience,
o Bachelor’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience,
o or Masters Degree with 4 years of relevant experience,
o or PhD with 2 years of relevant experience
• Soft Skills: Exceptional executive-level communication, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership capabilities.
• Analytical Prowess: Proven track record of pioneering innovative solutions that significantly alter or improve major organizational missions and programs.

SME Level/Exceptionally Complex:
• Education:
o High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant experience,
o Associates Degree with 10 years of relevant experience,
o Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience,
o or Masters Degree with 6 years of relevant experience,
o or PhD with 4 years of relevant experience
• Mastery of KSAs: Demands comprehensive knowledge and complete subject mastery to solve unusual and highly complex work problems.
• Communication & Negotiation: Exceptional ability to synthesize and translate complex, highly technical concepts into actionable business language for diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, foresee industry trends, and influence organizational direction.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $204,000.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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