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Biometric Systems/Mission Applications Lead

Bridgeport, WVOnsiteFull TimeLead$120,000–$150,000 /yrPosted 17 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Biometric Systems
  • Mission Applications
  • Search Cores
  • Examination Tool Suite
  • User Portal
  • Watchlist Processing Tools
  • biometric matching workflows
  • repository operations
  • Defense WatchList
  • mission continuity

Nice to have

  • Biometric domain experience
  • AWS credential
  • ITIL 4 Foundation

Role summary

DSA is seeking a Biometric Systems/Mission Applications Lead to manage the application layer for biometric systems, including Search Cores, Examination Tool Suite, User Portal, Watchlist Processing Tools, and repository operations. This role acts as a liaison between mission users and technical teams, focusing on sustainment, requirements coordination, release priorities, and modernization efforts. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 8 years of experience in mission or biometric systems, and 5 years in coordination roles. A Secret-level clearance and DoD 8570/8140 certification are mandatory. Experience with biometric modalities, identity data, and standards-based exchange is essential. Preferred qualifications include biometric domain expertise and AWS or ITIL certifications.

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 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.
  • Required Qualifications:

  • 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.
  • Status: Pending award; this position is contingent upon contract award, customer approval, funding availability, and completion of applicable DSA recruiting, security, and onboarding requirements.

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    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

    Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.

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