Technical Lead

Job Description:

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Technical Lead to support the Navy DoD Supercomputing Resource Center (DSRC), a key national asset within the High-Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP). This role provides day-to-day technical leadership across the DSRC’s IT and HPC environment, ensuring stable operations, effective coordination among technical teams, and alignment with HPCMP modernization priorities.

The selected candidate will partner closely with the Site Lead, Team Leads, BAE leadership, and government stakeholders to integrate efforts across systems, networking, cybersecurity, HPC operations, and user support. The position plays a central role in driving technical planning, resolving complex issues, and supporting both near-term operational needs and long-term DSRC strategy. This position serves as a manager and will have direct reports.

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Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent relevant experience).
10+ years of progressive IT experience across systems administration, networking, cybersecurity, HPC operations, or enterprise infrastructure.
3+ years of technical leadership experience, including coordinating or leading multi-disciplinary technical teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage technical projects, coordinate across teams, develop timelines, and provide accurate status updates.
Broad hands-on understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure, including Windows and Linux systems, networking fundamentals, virtualizations, and security best practices.
Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE or equivalent) and an OS certification (e.g., Linux+, RHCSA, Windows Server certification). A 90-day waiver may be granted to obtain the OS certification after hire.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.
Experience supporting high-performance computing (HPC) environments, including cluster operations, workload/job scheduling (e.g., Slurm, PBS Pro), or large-scale compute infrastructure.
Familiarity with AI-driven monitoring, predictive analytics, automation platforms, or enterprise observability tools (e.g., Splunk ITSI, ServiceNow AIOps).
Experience with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including RMF, STIGs, audit readiness, and POA&M management.
Prior experience supporting Navy, HPCMP, or another DoD Supercomputing Resource Center.
Demonstrated ability to develop technical strategies, lead modernization initiatives, and brief complex technical topics to government leadership.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $122400 - $208080

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Job Ident #: 119752BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

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Various

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Job Info

Location

Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs