Systems Engineering Team Lead

GovCIO is hiring a Systems Engineering Team Lead to support the USFK USACIAS-P program in the Republic of Korea (South Korea). This position will be located at USAG Humphreys, Pyeongtaek, Korea, and will be a fully onsite position.

Oversees a high-level engineering team responsible for advanced troubleshooting, system architecture, integration, and sustainment of complex DoD and military networked environments. This role involves leading technical efforts to ensure mission-critical systems operate reliably in secure, coalition, and operational settings, including planning upgrades, resolving escalated issues, implementing security controls, and coordinating with stakeholders across military and partner organizations. The lead drives innovation in system performance, compliance with DoD standards, and transition to emerging technologies while maintaining high availability in dynamic environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a Tier 3 systems engineering team in diagnosing and resolving complex hardware, software, network, and configuration issues
• Oversee system integration, performance optimization, and lifecycle management for classified and coalition networks
• Develop and implement engineering strategies, including security measures, monitoring, and long-range planning
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, customers, and DoD entities to address operational challenges and recommend improvements
• Ensure documentation, procedures, automation, and compliance with military standards and accreditation requirements

Bachelor's with 12+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: Secret
• Leading and supervising advanced systems engineering or Tier 3 support teams in DoD or military environments to deliver mission-critical solutions and team performance
• Performing in-depth systems engineering, including architecture design, integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex networked systems, hardware, software, and configurations in secure military settings
• Scripting or developing automation solutions to resolve advanced technical issues, optimize performance, and streamline engineering/administration tasks

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Hands-on administration, engineering, or sustainment of CENTRIXS-K or similar bilateral/multinational coalition networks DoD coalition operations
• Implementing and managing security controls, accreditation processes (e.g., RMF), and performance monitoring on classified military systems such as CENTRIXS-K or other DoD coalition environments
• Creating and maintaining detailed technical documentation, operational procedures, and compliance artifacts for secure military networks like CENTRIXS-K, including support for audits and transition planning

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.