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Senior Functional Advisor (Security and Systems)

Springfield, VA 22015

Posted: 09/12/2025 Industry: Government Job Number: 53407

Job Description

Overview:
Kavaliro is seeking a Senior Functional Specialist/Advisor to provide expert guidance, consultation, and thought leadership across engineering, technology, program management, and security domains. This role supports quality assurance, system design, and policy development for NGA and IC/DoD programs.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide senior-level consultation in engineering, policy, program management, and technology.
  • Analyze user needs, system requirements, and security requirements for feasibility.
  • Review and refine programs, improve efficiency, and recommend solutions.
  • Consult with engineering teams to define specifications and resolve technical issues.
  • Evaluate reporting formats, cost, and security restrictions for system design.
  • Estimate costs, schedules, and performance requirements for system development.
  • Prepare reports and project documentation for stakeholders.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Remote Sensing, GIS, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • 10+ years of senior-level experience providing guidance and consultation in technical or policy fields.
  • Experience with DoD/IC Acquisition Process and PPBES.
  • Knowledge of Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, or Image Science highly desired.
  • Experience with Agile, MBSE tools, and enterprise software (ERP, CRM, Project Management tools).
  • Previous NGA, NSG/ASG, IC, or DoD program/project work.
Location:
  • Springfield, VA
  • This position is onsite and there is no remote availability
Clearance Requirements:
  • Candidates must have an active TS/SCI and CI Polygraph
  • Applicant MUST hold a permanent U.S. citizenship for this position in accordance with government contract requirements.  
Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative. 
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