IT Modernization Lead, Honolulu

IT Modernization Lead

GDIT is seeking an IT Modernization Lead to drive the design, integration, and execution of enterprise IT modernization initiatives across mission-critical environments. This role performs advanced, non-routine technical leadership functions requiring independent judgment, broad technical authority, and accountability for delivering secure, scalable, and resilient solutions across network, system, and cybersecurity domains.Responsibilities: Lead the planning, design, and execution of enterprise IT modernization initiatives across network, system, cloud, and cybersecurity domains Serve as the senior technical authority across all engineering functions, ensuring integration of network, compute, storage, and security architecturesEstablish and enforce enterprise architecture standards, engineering processes, and technical governance across the program Provide hands-on leadership in solution design, system integration, and operational transition of modernized capabilities Lead design and implementation of resilient, scalable architectures supporting high availability, fault tolerance, and mission continuityDrive adoption of Zero Trust architecture and secure-by-design principles across all technical implementations Integrate Mission Partner Environment (MPE) and coalition capabilities, ensuring interoperability across multi-national and multi-security domain environments Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience (or 11 years of experience without a degree)Top Secret security clearance Certification: CISSP Extensive experience leading enterprise IT modernization efforts across network, system, and cybersecurity domains Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing complex network architectures at an enterprise scale Expert-level knowledge of routing, switching, and network design principles consistent with CCIE-level capabilityStrong experience integrating cybersecurity into enterprise architectures and system design Deep knowledge of RMF, ATO processes, continuous monitoring, and DoW cybersecurity frameworks Knowledge of DoW STIGs, Zero Trust architecture, and multi-security domain service delivery Experience operating within multi-enclave and multi-classification environmentsProven ability to lead and integrate cross-functional engineering teams Desired Skills: CCIE certification or equivalent experience strongly preferred Experience supporting Mission Partner Environment (MPE) or coalition operations Knowledge of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) technologies Experience with cloud and hybrid architectures (AWS, Azure, GovCloud)Familiarity with ITIL 4 practices and enterprise ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) Experience supporting operational command and control (C2) or CJADC2 initiatives Strong executive communication skills with ability to engage senior leadership and technical teams