Job Description
Forward IT is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering end-to-end solutions—from cybersecurity and cloud migrations to physical security and large-scale construction.
We’re looking for a hands-on technology leader who can turn cutting-edge AI into real-world business results, optimize our tech stack, and support our government-contract teams.
Think of this role as part Chief AI Officer, part CTO, part project-management coach, and part on-call technologist.
Key Responsibilities
- AI & Automation
- Act as the power-user for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other AI tools
- Build prompt libraries, API workflows, and prototype internal AI agents
- Train staff on AI best practices and deploy automation for efficiency gains
- Implementing AI solutions for logistics and maintenance operations at the US Marine Corp (USMC)
- Project & Process Optimization
- Map workflows, apply PMI/Scrum/Lean tools, and remove bottlenecks
- Maintain dashboards and project cadence to ensure on-time delivery
- Systems & Infrastructure
- Administer and optimize Google Workspace, Slack, Paylocity, Microsoft 365, AWS/GCP/Azure, and SaaS tools
- Manage websites, DNS, SSL, and hosting performance
- Consolidate tools and negotiate vendor contracts
- Government-Contract Support
- Troubleshoot tech issues for field teams
- Organize artifacts for contract deliverables, audits, and compliance
- Ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS, NIST 800-171, CMMC standards
- Contract Review & Training
- Red-line proposals and subcontracts for scope, pricing, and risk
- Run workshops, create playbooks, and coach teams to adopt new processes
Qualifications
- Required:
- Bachelor’s in CS, IS, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 5+ years in senior IT, DevOps, or solutions-architect roles
- Hands-on experience with at least two leading LLMs and prompt engineering
- Track record in project delivery using PMI, Scrum, or Lean Six Sigma
- Full-stack web development & system administration experience
- Understanding of NIST 800-171, CMMC, FedRAMP
- Eligible for U.S. security clearance (preferred)
- Preferred Certifications:
- PMP or PMI-ACP
- CISM or CISSP
- Certified Scrum Master
- Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
- AWS or Google Cloud Architect
- What Success Looks Like in 12 Months
- 40%+ faster contract/artifact turnaround times
- 20%+ tool cost reduction without loss of service
- Company-wide dashboards & SOPs implemented
- 75%+ of staff trained on LLMs, with 3+ automations deployed
- 99.9%+ uptime and < 2s load time for corporate web assets
- Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive six-figure salary + performance bonus
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development stipend
- Flexible remote/hybrid schedule
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