Job Title: SME Software Product Management Lead
Posted by: Sierra7 on Aug 01, 2025
Location:
McLean , VAJob Description:
Sierra7, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Subject Matter Expert - Software Product Management Lead (SME-SPML) to provide leadership, strategic direction, and technical oversight for the development, deployment, enhancement, and sustainment of Defense Casualty Information Processing System (DCIPS) Future - a high-impact information system hosted in MC&FP's AWS GovCloud environment. The SME-SPML will lead cross-functional agile product teams, support program execution in alignment with DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) mandates, and ensure delivery of a secure, scalable, and user-centric solution that meets critical mission needs across multiple military services.
The SME-SPML will support the delivery of a fully operational DCIPS Future system that addresses shortcomings in legacy DCIPS-including lack of mobile support, limited BI capabilities, and inadequate failover-and meets the statutory requirements for timely and accurate notifications in casualty events. This includes architecting and deploying modern capabilities in coordination with cybersecurity, IT operations, and MC&FP AWS GovCloud support contractors.
Possessing an active DOD Secret Clearance is required to be considered for this position.
Requirements:
Proficient in communicating and presenting product backlogs, metrics, strategies, and roadmaps to technical scrum teams and non-technical stakeholders. Proficient in defining epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria aligned with business and end-user needs. Active DoD Secret clearance. Education and experience: Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or related field. 12+ years of experience in DoD software architecture and development, including multi-service (Army, Navy, USAF, USMC, USCG) systems. 9+ years of experience managing end-to-end Agile software development lifecycle (SDLC), product releases, and backlog refinement. Agile certifications such as PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or SAFe Product Owner/Manager. Experience supporting DoD Casualty and Mortuary Affairs (CMA) mission areas or similar sensitive, high-reliability programs. 3+ years of hands-on experience in AWS GovCloud, with understanding of DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) levels Why Join Sierra7?
Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident 401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program
The SME-SPML will support the delivery of a fully operational DCIPS Future system that addresses shortcomings in legacy DCIPS-including lack of mobile support, limited BI capabilities, and inadequate failover-and meets the statutory requirements for timely and accurate notifications in casualty events. This includes architecting and deploying modern capabilities in coordination with cybersecurity, IT operations, and MC&FP AWS GovCloud support contractors.
Possessing an active DOD Secret Clearance is required to be considered for this position.
Requirements:
Proficient in communicating and presenting product backlogs, metrics, strategies, and roadmaps to technical scrum teams and non-technical stakeholders. Proficient in defining epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria aligned with business and end-user needs. Active DoD Secret clearance. Education and experience: Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or related field. 12+ years of experience in DoD software architecture and development, including multi-service (Army, Navy, USAF, USMC, USCG) systems. 9+ years of experience managing end-to-end Agile software development lifecycle (SDLC), product releases, and backlog refinement. Agile certifications such as PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or SAFe Product Owner/Manager. Experience supporting DoD Casualty and Mortuary Affairs (CMA) mission areas or similar sensitive, high-reliability programs. 3+ years of hands-on experience in AWS GovCloud, with understanding of DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) levels Why Join Sierra7?
Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident 401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program
Pay Rate:
Unspecified
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About Sierra7
Sierra7 is a leading technology solutions company providing services such as IT modernization and healthcare systems innovation to help federal agencies optimize resources, streamline processes, and implement commercial best practices. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry, Sierra7 holds critical federal government prime contracts, including T4NG, VHA-IHT, GSA VETS 2, NIH CIO-SP3, NASA SEWP V, VA TeleCare Companion, and several GSA schedules. Sierra7 is certified in ISO 9001-2015, ISO/IEC 2000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 270001:2013. In 2023, Sierra7 ranked No. 459 on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America and was recognized as a Vet100 honoree.
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