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Dynanet

IT Governance SME

Dynanet, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Location: Hybrid, DC - Hybrid work arrangement with required onsite presence during core federal hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET) and additional onsite coverage as mission dictates

Dynanet Corporation Overview Dynanet started with a focus on IT infrastructure and operations, helping organizations enhance their networks and overcome the limitations of 1990s technology. From strengthening communication channels to introducing innovative ways to collaborate and share information, Dynanet played a crucial role in shaping the early stages of digital transformation. The company’s efforts helped organizations build the very fabric of connectivity that now powers our modern world. Over the last three decades, Dynanet has grown into a trusted partner for organizations looking to innovate boldly and transform seamlessly. While technology continues to evolve and unlock new opportunities, for nearly 30 years, Dynanet remains committed to delivering cutting‑edge solutions that drive lasting change for its customers. Through agility, foresight, and an unwavering dedication to excellence, Dynanet continues to empower organizations to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Our story is more than just a story of technology – it’s a story of vision, growth, and transformation that has shaped the past and continues to pave the way for the future.

About the Role The IT Governance SME is responsible for strengthening strategic IT governance and investment oversight across the customer’s portfolio of technology systems (approximately 50 applications/150 systems). This role focuses on aligning technology initiatives with the customer’s mission and strategic goals, optimizing compliance with system development lifecycle best practices, ensuring cost effectiveness, and implementing integrated risk management frameworks. The SME will develop and drive use of analytics to enhance decision‑making and program outcomes while serving as the enterprise project management office focal point. This position requires expertise in federal IT governance frameworks, portfolio management, and enterprise architecture to support the customer Tech’s transformation to a federated technology ecosystem.

Strategic IT Governance & Investment Oversight

Strengthen strategic IT governance frameworks that align technology initiatives with the customer’s mission and federal priorities

Ensure 100% of IT investments and projects are reviewed for alignment with the customer’s strategic goals

Monitor that at least 90% of projects deliver measurable outcomes within planned scope and timeline

Optimize compliance with system development lifecycle best practices across all technology initiatives

Implement integrated risk management frameworks for portfolio‑wide technology investments

Support governance frameworks that drive technology delivery rather than impede progress

Serve as enterprise project management office, evaluating IT infrastructure for efficiency and rational enterprise architecture

Provide unified enterprise portfolio management approach reflecting and overseeing all projects to ensure alignment and reduce duplication

Manage portfolio of 50+ applications and 150+ systems with approximately 1‑5 interfaces/integrations per system

Lead agile project planning, execution, and delivery, integrating with tools for full lifecycle visibility

Modernize enterprise performance lifecycle, risk management framework, and compliance governance support

Expand adoption of agile methodologies 100%, targeting 20% increase in sprint velocity and 15% reduction in project cycle times

Data Analytics & Decision Support

Develop and drive use of analytics to enhance decision‑making and program outcomes

Create Executive Dashboard with real‑time data, trend analysis, and recommendations

Deliver real‑time dashboards with 99% data accuracy to support timely and informed CIO‑level decision‑making

Extract and normalize data from diverse sources to build comprehensive portfolio insights

Provide data‑driven insights to guide IT investment budgeting and strategic planning

Support meaningful Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) process through analytics

Lead the development, maintenance, and alignment of the agency’s Enterprise Architecture (EA)

Create and update documentation across all FEAF reference models (PRM, BRM, DRM, ARM, IRM, SRM)

Ensure compliance with FEAF standards and establish performance reporting structures

Foster stakeholder engagement and provide expert guidance to support strategic planning

Maintain 80% up‑to‑date EA documentation with timely performance reports and actionable insights

Support informed decision‑making and continuous improvement through architecture governance

FITARA & Compliance Management

Process approximately 110+ FITARA reviews annually with peak periods of 42 requests (Jun‑Aug) and off‑peak of 12 requests (Oct‑Dec)

Conduct FITARA reviews and provide feedback to ensure compliance with federal IT acquisition requirements

Support system registrations (approximately 19 annually) and software assessments (10+ annually)

Coordinate Analysis of Alternatives processes (3‑10 annually) to support technology decision‑making

Ensure compliance with federal standards including FISMA, FedRAMP, Clinger‑Cohen Act, NIST Standards, and DOGE requirements

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Develop and maintain performance metrics and KPIs for IT portfolio management

Create dashboard reporting capabilities (3‑30 reports annually) to track portfolio performance

Support Technical Board Reviews including Sprint Reviews/Demos (55+ annually), Project Initiation Reviews, and Production Readiness Reviews

Provide regular portfolio status reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders

Monitor and report on customer satisfaction improvements targeting 20% increase and 30% reduction in service request resolution times

Implement comprehensive risk management frameworks across the technology portfolio

Ensure all current systems maintain ATOs with support for new and renewing authorizations

Support system decommissions (2‑4 annually) and technology lifecycle management

Maintain compliance with federal regulations while enabling smart, well‑defined risk‑taking

Coordinate with cybersecurity and privacy teams to ensure integrated compliance approaches

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Foster stakeholder collaboration across the customer Tech teams, program offices, and external partners.

Coordinate with other HHS OCIO divisions to streamline IT services under unified governance.

Support briefings and presentations for senior leaders, working groups, and oversight bodies.

Facilitate cross‑functional coordination to break down organizational silos.

Required Professional Skills

IT Governance Expertise:

Minimum 6+ years of experience in federal IT governance, portfolio management, and investment oversight

Federal Compliance:

Deep knowledge of federal IT frameworks including FISMA, FedRAMP, FITARA, NIST Standards, and Clinger‑Cohen Act

Portfolio Management:

Experience managing large‑scale IT portfolios with 50+ applications and complex system integrations

Enterprise Architecture:

Proficiency in FEAF reference models and enterprise architecture documentation and maintenance

Data Analytics:

Advanced skills in data analysis, dashboard development, and real‑time reporting for executive decision support

FITARA Experience:

Hands‑on experience with FITARA review processes, compliance tracking, and federal IT acquisition requirements

Agile Methodologies:

Knowledge of agile project management practices and lifecycle management tools

Risk Management:

Experience implementing risk management frameworks in complex federal IT environments

Performance Measurement:

Ability to develop and track KPIs, SLAs, and performance metrics for large IT portfolios

Stakeholder Management:

Experience coordinating across multiple organizational divisions and external partners

Federal IT Systems:

Understanding of federal system development lifecycle, ATO processes, and compliance requirements

Preferred Professional Skills

Certifications:

PMP, TOGAF, ITIL, or equivalent IT governance and architecture certifications

Federal Experience:

Previous experience with the customer, HHS, or similar federal agencies managing large IT portfolios

Dashboard Development:

Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence and reporting tools

System Integration:

Knowledge of system‑to‑system integrations and technology mapping

Cloud Migration:

Experience supporting cloud migration initiatives (NGSC, Azure) and hybrid infrastructure management

CPIC Process:

Understanding of federal Capital Planning and Investment Control processes and OMB reporting

Advanced Analytics:

Experience with advanced data analytics, predictive modeling, and trend analysis

Change Management:

Knowledge of organizational change management during technology transformations

Advanced Degree:

Master’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field

Dynanet Team Requirements and Expectations

Possess Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Highly organized with an ability to prioritize, balance, and effectively advance multiple competing priorities in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.

Ability to interact in a professional and collaborative manner with fellow Dynanet Teammates and the clients, and business partners that we work with.

Ability and desire to challenge and educate yourself to support and advance IT services delivery in the Federal agencies we serve.

Excellent judgment and creative problem‑solving skills.

Respond to team member and client requests via email, MS teams, or other communication means during core business hours.

Active listening skills to understand clients’ needs, and collaboration skills to work with other developers and designers.

Education/Experience Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required

Experience:

Minimum 8+ years of IT governance, portfolio management, or enterprise architecture experience in federal environments

Federal Experience:

Minimum 4+ years of direct federal government or federal contracting experience with IT governance frameworks

Portfolio Management:

Minimum 5+ years managing complex IT portfolios with multiple concurrent projects and systems

Compliance Experience:

Demonstrated experience with FITARA, FISMA, and other federal IT compliance requirements

Analytics Experience:

Minimum 3+ years developing dashboards, reports, and data analytics for executive decision support

Architecture Experience:

Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks and documentation standards.

Employee Benefits Overview

Industry Competitive Compensation

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off/Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plans with Matching

Remote Work*

Paid Training

Employee Referral Program

Employee Development Program

Remote work flexibility available with required onsite presence during core federal hours and additional coverage as mission dictates for stakeholder coordination and governance meetings.

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