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# Technical PM/Chief Engineer

- **Company:** Inc. (dci)
- **Location:** Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Scrum Methodology, Kubernetes
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ac9bddef9209c439

## About the Role

Methodology Mastery: Proficiency in different frameworks like Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall

Strategic Planning: Creating project plans, defining scope, setting clear objectives, and managing deliverables.

Risk: Skilled at identifying potential risks early and developing mitigation strategies

Budget Management: Oversee project delivery efforts and lead the project escalation process

Change Management: Be adaptable and able to manage change requests without derailing the project

Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively

Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead technical initiatives

Proactive & Ownership: Proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues

Additional Qualifications:

Experience with Kubernetes cluster deployments to support large-scale AI platforms

Knowledge of what it takes to deliver Datacenter as a Service

Experience leading ATO efforts and the processes required to maintain security compliance

Strong background in Linux and infrastructure services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, Networking, Storage)

Travel up to 20% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, and maintenance

Active DoD TS/SCI, * Kubernetes cluster deployment: 5 years (Required)

 * leading ATO efforts : 8 years (Required)
 * Linux and infrastructure services : 8 years (Required)
 * coding/programming in Python, Rust, and/or Go: 5 years (Preferred)
 * networking: 5 years (Preferred)
 * project management: 8 years (Preferred)
 * building, deploying and securing infrastructure: 8 years (Required)

## Description

Serve as a Technical Project Manager

Lead a team of platform engineers to design, deploy, maintain, and secure platform infrastructure

Collaborate with people inside and outside the organization to deliver the highest standards for:

 * Building, deploying, and securing infrastructure

Provide a blend of technical expertise, project management proficiency, and leadership abilities

Keeping the project on track while navigating project complexity

Align it with business goals while leading a technical team to success


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