Software Expert

VTG•Chantilly, VA

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About The Position

VTG is looking for a Software Expert in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award). Software Expert I provides advisory and analytical support to government program and technical staff, assisting with software requirements analysis, documentation, and oversight activities within a SETA environment. Software Expert II provides independent technical advisory support, evaluating software solutions, requirements, and contractor performance to ensure alignment with mission and program objectives. Software Expert III serves as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership, providing strategic guidance and oversight across complex software‑intensive programs in a SETA capacity.

Requirements

TS/SCI with Poly Required
Software Expert I 1-4 years of experience supporting software‑intensive systems or technical programs
Software Expert I Basic understanding of software development lifecycles (Agile, DevSecOps, or waterfall)
Software Expert I Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Software Expert I Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Software Expert II 5-9 years of experience supporting software‑intensive systems or programs
Software Expert II Strong understanding of software lifecycles, architectures, and integration principles
Software Expert II Experience performing technical reviews or oversight of contractor software development
Software Expert II Strong written and verbal communication skills
Software Expert II Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Software Expert III Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
Software Expert III 10+ years of experience supporting software‑intensive systems or enterprise platforms
Software Expert III Deep understanding of modern software architectures and development lifecycles
Software Expert III Proven experience providing technical oversight and advisory support (non‑developer role)
Software Expert III Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and briefing skills

Nice To Haves

Software Expert I Experience supporting federal, DoD, or IC programs
Software Expert I Exposure to requirements management or technical review processes
Software Expert I Familiarity with Agile or DevSecOps concepts from an oversight perspective
Software Expert II Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission programs
Software Expert II Experience in Agile, SAFe, or DevSecOps environments in an advisory capacity
Software Expert II Familiarity with cloud, data, or mission system software architectures
Software Expert III Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission‑critical programs
Software Expert III Experience advising on large‑scale or multi‑vendor software programs
Software Expert III Familiarity with Agile at scale (SAFe), DevSecOps, and cloud‑based architectures

Responsibilities

Software Expert I Support analysis of software requirements, architectures, and design documentation
Software Expert I Assist with review of contractor software deliverables for compliance with requirements and standards
Software Expert I Support development and maintenance of technical documentation (requirements matrices, technical assessments, briefings)
Software Expert I Participate in technical reviews, working groups, and stakeholder meetings as an observer/support role
Software Expert I Track software risks, issues, and action items under senior guidance
Software Expert I Support coordination between government stakeholders and development contractors
Software Expert II Analyze and assess software requirements, architectures, and design approaches
Software Expert II Review contractor software plans, technical documentation, and deliverables for compliance and quality
Software Expert II Support development of government technical guidance, standards, and evaluation criteria
Software Expert II Advise program managers and technical leads on software risks, tradeoffs, and impacts
Software Expert II Support Agile ceremonies and technical reviews as a government advisor (non‑coding role)
Software Expert II Track and assess software‑related risks, dependencies, and integration considerations
Software Expert II Prepare technical briefings and recommendations for government leadership
Software Expert III Provide senior‑level advisory support on software architecture, design, and lifecycle strategy
Software Expert III Lead government reviews of contractor software approaches, roadmaps, and deliverables
Software Expert III Advise program leadership on software risks, technical debt, scalability, and sustainability
Software Expert III Support development of software governance frameworks, standards, and evaluation criteria
Software Expert III Participate in senior technical reviews, milestone events, and executive briefings
Software Expert III Assess alignment of software solutions with mission objectives and enterprise architecture
Software Expert III Mentor junior and mid‑level software experts
Software Expert III Support acquisition and source selection activities with technical expertise, as required