IT Subject Matter Expert - Technical & Security Lead

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be!  We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.        Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.     Are you ready to: 

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?

• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you? 

• Be the difference and make it happen? 

MetaPhase is seeking an IT Subject Matter Expert – Technical & Security Lead to serve as the senior technical authority across four Treasury Enterprise Infrastructure workstreams: Program Operations, Communication Excellence, Technical & Security, and Finance & Operations Management. You will guide engineering strategy, cybersecurity posture, and project governance for Treasury Enterprise Network Services (TENS), while dedicating approximately 25% of your time to project management responsibilities, including schedule, budget, and deliverable oversight.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead enterprise architecture reviews, risk assessments, and FedRAMP/TIC 3.0 compliance initiatives across all workstreams. 
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables, reporting status to Treasury OCIO leadership (approximately 25% of role). 
• Approve utilization and capacity-planning reports, DR/COOP findings, and technical briefings. 
• Interface with Treasury Cyber, TSOC, bureau IT executives, and vendor partners (AT&T, SAIC) to resolve escalated issues and set modernization priorities. 
• Champion Zero Trust, cloud adoption, and automation best practices while guiding implementation roadmaps. 
• Foster knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across MetaPhase delivery teams. 

What We Need From You (Required):  

• Master’s degree or bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in enterprise network or cloud architecture and cybersecurity for Federal agencies; experience managing multi‑year infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated leadership delivering large-scale Federal infrastructure or shared‑services programs.
• Active CISSP plus one of: AWS or Azure Solutions Architect Professional, CCIE, or TOGAF.
• Proven track record developing and enforcing enterprise security controls, DR/COOP strategies, and performance management KPIs.
• Eligibility for High Public Trust (Tier 4); U.S. Citizenship required.

Bonus Points (Desired):

• Prior experience supporting Treasury OCIO or DHS TIC modernization efforts.
• ISO 9001 or CMMI quality‑management background.
• Experience with executive storytelling using Power BI or Tableau. 

Work Setup:  

• Hybrid – Washington, DC metro (2–3 days/week onsite at Treasury HQ); remainder remote. 

Travel:

• Occasional (<10%).

Clearance & Education: 

• High Public Trust (Tier 4); U.S. Citizenship required. 
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field required; Master’s degree may substitute for years of experience. 

Compensation: 

• 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 150k - 165k.

Benefits & Perks:
At MetaPhase, we care about your well-being and success. Our benefits include generous PTO, federal holidays, parental leave, and comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability). We also offer a 401(k) with company match, FSA/HSA options, commuter benefits, and much more.

About MetaPhase  MetaPhase is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:   Best Places to Work 

• Washington Post Top Workplaces – 2022, 2023 

• Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022 

• Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023 

• Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020 

   MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.

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