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Job Posting Title
Senior IT Operations Lead (Secure Flight Program)
Date
Thursday, March 26, 2026
City
Annapolis Junction
State
MD
Country
United States
Working time
Full-time

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking an experienced IT Operations Lead (Secure Flight Program) to support a Homeland Security customer. This role requires an individual with extensive hands-on technical expertise and leadership capabilities to oversee a diverse team managing critical infrastructure and migration efforts. The IT Operations Lead (Secure Flight Program) will be responsible for ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of systems that support national security missions.

This is on-site position that requires a Secret clearance. 
Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS236, M3, Band 7
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary technical team (network, RHEL, DevOps, data, Windows, MQ, and Telephony teams) to support and enhance Secure Flight operations.
- Oversee the migration of critical systems, ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption to operations.
- Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance for system upgrades, enhancements, and performance optimizations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment with federal security and compliance requirements.
- Implement and enforce ITIL v4 best practices to improve service management and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with federal agency standards, security policies, and governance frameworks.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to network security, data integrity, and system resilience.
- Develop and maintain documentation, including technical roadmaps, system architecture, and migration plans.
- Other tasks as requested.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- Active Secret clearance
- Due to contract requirements, only US Citizens can be considered. Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered.
- 12+ years of hands-on technical experience in IT infrastructure or related.
- 4+ years of experience leading a technical team across multiple disciplines, including network, RHEL, DevOps, data, Windows, MQ, and Telephony.
- Experience leading migration efforts, including large-scale system transitions and technology upgrades.
- ITIL v4 certification
- Experience supporting a federal agency in IT operations, security, or infrastructure management.
- Candidates reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on call requirements.
- This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 
- Recent experience working with DHS agencies such as TSA, CBP, ICE, or CISA.
- Familiarity with federal IT security standards and best practices.
- Strong background in cloud computing, automation, and emerging technologies.
- Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, or AWS Solutions Architect.

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Minimum Requirements
TCS236, M3, Band 7
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
Minimum Salary
$
120,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
150,000.00