Securities Exchange Commission Tech Lead

Introduction

We need an experienced Technical Lead at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC is modernizing its Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval (EDGAR) system by developing a secure, cloud-based filing system and intelligent disclosure platform called FarPoint. In this role, you will have full understanding of the technical approach used by the delivery team and will be responsible for ensuring the team follows that approach, including modern DevSecOps practices, cloud-based architecture on AWS, API development, and implementation of Zero Trust security principles. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Provide solution architecture and technical leadership for the overall solution including human-centered design for UI components and workflows
• Define and implement the CI/CD pipeline for all aspects of the system from Infrastructure as Code to DevSecOps pipeline integrated with SEC security tools
• Guide the technical team to prepare automated testing scenarios and scripts using SEC available technologies
• Lead the preparation of technical project documentation and approval cycles including addressing security findings to obtain an ATO
• Triage user issues to resolve within the stipulated SLAs and maintain 100% performance and uptime for production environments

Required Skills/Experience

• 20+ years of IT experience with 10+ years as a technical lead and architect on programs with 20+ personnel
• Experience with AI/ML technologies including Amazon Bedrock - required
• Direct experience with SEC IT systems, especially EDGAR - highly preferred
• Experience with complex architecture of AWS cloud-based solutions using a mix of AWS services and open source technologies and databases
• Very strong communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to rapidly prioritize competing requirements
• Experience building performant, secure, cutting-edge solutions using modern tools
• Deep expertise with cloud environments and tools, including current service offerings
• Deep expertise with modern CI/CD development practices, related security tooling, and Infrastructure-as-Code
• Experience with Government security and other related technology requirements, such as NIST 800-53, NIST 800-63, Section 508/accessibility, the Paperwork Reduction Act, and the 21st Century IDEA Act

Required Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (required)
• One or more AWS Cloud certification required
• Formal training in ethical practices and considerations for the use of technology in a Government environment impacting the American people

Location

• Hybrid (based in Washington, DC metro area)