Strategic Initiatives Support Manager - SME

Job Description

Position Summary

ECS is seeking a Strategic Initiatives Support Manager - SME to support the Army National Guard's ENOCS program. In this role, the selected candidate will provide enterprise-level leadership and oversight for the ARNG G6 Strategic Initiatives Group, ensuring alignment with ARNG CIO/G6 priorities. The individual will be responsible for directing policy analysis, strategic planning, and governance coordination, while advising ARNG G6 leadership on IT strategy integration and investment oversight. This position plays a critical role in managing the production of strategic deliverables, ensuring they meet classification handling requirements and Army documentation standards, thereby contributing to the overall mission readiness and cybersecurity compliance of the ARNG.

Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

- Lead the ARNG G6 Strategic Initiatives Group in policy analysis and strategic planning.

- Direct the development of executive communications and governance coordination.

- Oversee ETMS2 tasker management and policy review workflows.

- Ensure timely and accurate production of senior-leader-ready strategic deliverables.

- Advise ARNG G6 leadership on IT strategy integration and investment oversight.

- Manage enterprise governance alignment and policy impact assessments.

- Ensure deliverables comply with classification handling requirements and Army documentation standards.

- Coordinate with ARCYBER, NETCOM, and CYBERCOM stakeholders for strategic initiatives.

- Integrate SOC, incident response, and vulnerability management into enterprise operations.

Required Skills

Required Qualifications

- Clearance: TS//SCI Eligible required

- S. Citizenship required

- DoD 8140.03 Compliance: DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) Work Role 722-Information Systems Security Manager at the Advance proficiency level

- Certifications (one or more required): CISM. CISSP, CCISO

- Education: Masters or PHD in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering.

- 15+ years of experience leading enterprise IT and cybersecurity programs in DoD environments.

- Proven track record in managing multi-million-dollar IT portfolios and leading teams of 35+ personnel.

- Extensive experience in IT modernization, defensive cyber operations, and cross-functional project execution.

- Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, resource alignment, and risk management.

- Strong background in coordinating with ARNG and National Guard Bureau stakeholders.

Desired Skills

Desired Qualifications

- Clearance: Active TS//SCI preferred

- Certified GIAC Forensic Analyst, Ethical Hacker/CNDA, Network+, A+, and Security+.

- A. in Military Operations; M.A. in Management and Leadership; B.A. in Political Science; and B.A. in Spanish.

- Experience with RMF-aligned initiatives and cybersecurity compliance.

- Strong understanding of Army documentation standards and classification handling requirements.

- Ability to manage complex enterprise initiatives to sustain mission readiness.

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We value:

- Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams

- Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven