Hive Group LLC

Mission Support Team Lead - Subject Matter Expert II

Springfield, VA
Full Time
Experienced

Position Overview

Hive Group, a HUBZone-certified SDVOSB and multiple award-winning organization, delivers innovative solutions for complex, mission-critical federal programs. We are seeking a Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME II) – Mission Support Team Lead to support the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Intelligence & Analysis (I&A) Vetting Analysis Division (VAD) under the IPMSS contract. 

This work is contingent upon contract award.

The Mission Support Lead provides high-level expert advice, technical guidance, and operational leadership to the TSA I&A VAD.  Serving as a team lead, this position oversees core mission support activities across VAD technology business lines (such as Secure Flight, Credential Vetting, Encounter Analysis, and Identity Verification). The SME II leads a team in analyzing system effectiveness, managing business requirements, and executing continuity planning to respond to intelligence-driven, risk-based operational demands.

Location: Location: Onsite at TSA Headquarters (HQ) 6595 Springfield Center Dr., Springfield, VA 22150

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Annapolis Junction (AJOC) 132 National Business Parkway Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 

The person in this role will be required to be on-site at the designated office location at least one day per week with respective team as assigned by Government lead and additional days as operationally needed, ensuring adequate support for in-person collaboration, meetings, and critical on-site  activities. Schedule flexibility is required in the event of an actual emergency the Contracting Officer may direct the  contractor to change work hours or locations or institute changes to telework posture.  

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise, coach, and lead a team of technical and analytical staff supporting core mission and requirements management functions.
  • Provide high-level technical advice, guidance, and counseling to Government leads. Collaborate directly with customers to determine specific business needs and translate them into actionable requirements.
  • Analyze operational processes and system performance across VAD programs to identify areas for improvement. Formulate and present written recommendations to leadership regarding proposed system configuration and priority vetting changes.
  • Lead the analysis, gathering, and documentation of system specifications, use cases, process flows, and data models across VAD operational lines. Ensure changes are version-controlled, tracked, and communicated.
  • Author and review complex technical papers, program-of-record documents, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and job aids. Deliver technical and budgetary briefings to Government management.
  • Organize, consolidate, and adjudicate feedback from multi-organizational stakeholders to drive cross-group collaboration among the client, support contractors, and partner entities.

Qualifications

  • A Master's Degree is required. (A BA/BS with 15+ years of experience can substitute).
  • Minimum of 12+ years of demonstrated experience applying technical processes to complex problems, managing intricate schedules, and delivering executive technical briefings.
  • Technical & Domain Expertise:
    • Mastery of client/agency policies, procedures, tools, and specific validation and approval processes.
    • Working knowledge of computer systems, integrated software applications, and requirements tracking tools (e.g., IBM EWM or similar).
    • Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.
    • Deep understanding of vetting operations, encounter analysis, or credential management workflows preferred.
  • Security Clearances/Suitability: Must meet TSA public trust/suitability requirements (e.g., Tier 2 Moderate Risk). Positions supporting IR&A at TSA HQ require an active Secret clearance.

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated compensation range for this position is between $133,631 and $167,038 annually. Actual salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s specialized skills, certifications, and years of experience.

Hive Group offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement contributions, paid leave, federal holidays, professional development opportunities, and lifestyle benefits.

A Commitment to Equal Opportunity 

Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to fair and unbiased employment decisions. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our hiring and promotion decisions are based exclusively on an individual’s qualifications and suitability for the role.   

Protecting Your Information

Stay vigilant against fraudulent job offers and individuals impersonating Hive Group Talent Acquisition Specialists. Hive Group will never request payment details or money during the application process. Official communications will only come from email addresses ending in @hive-llc.com or @applytojob.com — not from free email services like Gmail or messaging platforms such as WhatsApp. 

If you receive suspicious messages requesting payment or personal information, please report them immediately to [email protected].

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