Company Description The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world-from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing. Job Description The Red Gate Group is seeking a highly skilled Technical Acquisition Support Specialist to join our team supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) in Springfield, VA. In this critical role, you will provide end-to-end acquisition, engineering, and program management support to the GEOINT Search and Retrieval (GSR) and The Globe programs-two mission-enabling systems at the forefront of national geospatial intelligence. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) embedded within the Program Management Office (PMO), you will deliver strategic technical insight across the entire acquisition lifecycle. From system design to deployment and sustainment, you will serve as a technical advisor and integrator, ensuring both GSR and The Globe align with NGA's operational goals, user needs, and security requirements. If you are passionate about advancing national security through cutting-edge geospatial systems and thrive at the intersection of engineering, cloud technology, and acquisition strategy-this opportunity is for you. Key Responsibilities: * Provide technical and acquisition lifecycle support to GSR and The Globe PMO efforts, including system design, testing, deployment, and sustainment. * Evaluate cloud-based architectures, user interfaces, data integration, and security for system alignment with NGA enterprise solutions. * Guide the development of technical requirements, test plans, and system documentation (e.g., SRD, SRS, ATP). * Conduct capability assessments, system design reviews, and verification and validation activities. * Liaise between NGA leadership, contractors, and end users to ensure mission-focused outcomes and cross-program integration. * Analyze user workflows and translate findings into system enhancements and feature recommendations. * Support contractor evaluation, acquisition planning, and preparation of Statements of Work (SOWs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). * Coordinate and lead technical exchanges and integration activities across multiple NGA programs and security domains. * Provide program tracking, risk assessments, and resource allocation monitoring in support of program objectives. * Ensure compliance with security protocols and alignment with NGA's Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) standards. Qualifications Required: * Bachelor's degree (or higher) in IT Cloud Systems, Data Engineering, Geography, or a related field. * Demonstrated experience in engineering and deploying geospatial intelligence systems. * Active TS/SCI security clearance. Desired: * Familiarity with cloud systems, systems engineering, security engineering, and testing. * Understanding of GSR, The Globe, and geospatial intelligence mission objectives. * Knowledge of geospatial data standards (e.g., OGC). * Experience working with acquisition, integration, and user engagement in an IC/DoD environment. Additional Information The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights