OCIO IT Project Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

OCIO IT Project Lead

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is seeking an OCIO IT Project Lead to serve as the ISaaS Technical Director and primary contractor point of contact for Government stakeholders. This role is responsible for leading the full lifecycle of complex IT and cybersecurity programs, including planning, execution, scheduling, cost performance, and delivery oversight across multiple concurrent projects.

The position provides strategic and technical leadership for cross-functional contractor teams supporting federal cybersecurity and IT operations aligned with FBI policies, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), and other applicable federal standards. The IT Project Lead ensures successful program execution while managing risk, maintaining compliance, and driving operational excellence across all deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Technical Director and official point of contact for Government stakeholders
• Lead and manage all contractor teams supporting the ISaaS program
• Oversee multiple concurrent IT and cybersecurity projects from initiation through completion
• Ensure successful execution of program scope, schedule, cost, and performance objectives
• Provide technical direction and leadership to contractor personnel across multiple disciplines
• Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Assurance (QA) programs for all deliverables
• Manage full lifecycle funding, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting program financial performance
• Monitor call order execution, subcontractor performance, and funding utilization
• Conduct program analysis using enterprise tools and reporting systems
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard contractor personnel as needed
• Assign staff resources and ensure proper task alignment and execution
• Develop and deliver required program, departmental, and financial reports
• Identify risks, business threats, and system vulnerabilities affecting program operations
• Apply the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) to manage cybersecurity risk and incident response
• Coordinate cybersecurity operations and incident management to minimize risk to systems and data
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in collaboration with Government stakeholders
• Support cybersecurity assessments and implement remediation strategies
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Government program offices and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with federal policies, procedures, and cybersecurity requirements
• Provide strategic guidance and technical expertise to program and project teams
• Drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity operations, workflows, and delivery efficiency

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in Information Technology project management within cybersecurity or federal IT environments
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale, complex IT or cybersecurity programs from inception through completion
• Proven experience supervising and leading large teams of contractor or technical personnel
• Experience supporting federal Government agencies (e.g., DOJ, FBI, DoD, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Strong background in cybersecurity operations, risk management, and IT infrastructure environments
• Experience developing project requirements, governance frameworks, and operational processes for enterprise programs

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and team management across cross-functional technical teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage executive-level stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making capability
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities
• Deep understanding of IT project lifecycle management (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure)
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks including NIST RMF, DoD/Federal security standards
• Ability to assess risk, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies
• Strong organizational and financial management skills (budgeting, forecasting, reporting)
• Experience developing SOPs, QA processes, and operational governance structures
• Proficiency in stakeholder engagement and interagency coordination
• Ability to lead under pressure in fast-paced, mission-critical environments

Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent project management certification (preferred)
• CompTIA Security+ (or higher cybersecurity certification)
• DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification (as applicable to role responsibilities)
• ITIL Foundation Certification (preferred)
• Any advanced cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, CASP+, etc.) are a plus

Security Clearance

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Top-Secret clearance required
• SCI eligibility preferred (or required depending on program need)

More About B&A:

Notable Clients

B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB &A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB &A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.