Biometric Systems/Mission Applications Lead

Summary: DSA is seeking a Biometric Systems/Mission Applications Lead to own the mission application layer supporting Search Cores, Examination Tool Suite, User Portal, Watchlist Processing Tools, biometric matching workflows, repository operations, and Defense WatchList mission continuity. This position provides the functional and technical bridge between mission users, biometric processing needs, sustainment priorities, and modernization activities., * Lead sustainment and functional coordination for biometric mission applications, workflows, tools, and operational interfaces.

• Support Search Cores, Examination Tool Suite, User Portal, Watchlist Processing Tools, repository operations, and Defense Watchlist related processes.
• Coordinate requirements intake, defect triage, user workflow analysis, application performance issues, release priorities, and modernization needs.
• Support biometric data quality, identity correlation, standards-based exchange, watchlist processing, and partner interoperability activities.

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution., * Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, forensic science, biometrics, intelligence studies, or related field.

• At least 8 years of experience supporting mission applications, biometric systems, identity intelligence systems, enterprise applications, or DoD/IC operational systems.
• At least 5 years of experience coordinating sustainment, requirements, release support, data exchange, user workflows, troubleshooting, and technical priorities for mission users.
• Experience related to biometric modalities, identity data, repository operations, standards-based exchange, or matcher-enabled mission processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, mission users, biometric SMEs, and Government stakeholders.
• DoD 8570/8140-aligned certification
• Active Secret-level clearance.

Desired Qualifications and Certifications:

• Biometric domain experience or vendor-specific biometric platform experience preferred.
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, AWS Developer Associate, or comparable associate-level AWS credential desired.
• ITIL 4 Foundation desired.

The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

DSA - Salary Pay Range

$120,000 - $150,000 USD