Evolver is a cybersecurity and digital transformation company supporting national defense, federal civilian agencies, and Fortune 500 organizations. We help customers secure critical systems, modernize enterprise technology, and solve complex operational challenges through integrated capabilities spanning cybersecurity, enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud, software development, data analytics, legal technology and eDiscovery, applied AI, and electronic security systems. Our teams combine deep technical expertise with mission understanding to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable solutions that advance performance in high-stakes environments.
Evolver is seeking a highly experienced Senior Federal Technology Consultant to provide part-time, hourly support across proposal development, project and delivery management, client consulting, solution execution, and technical documentation in support of federal government customers.
This role is ideal for a seasoned leader with deep experience in federal IT services, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and enterprise solution delivery, who can operate independently, influence outcomes, and provide immediate value across capture, delivery, and operational domains. The consultant will support new business pursuits, active federal programs, and internal delivery teams to ensure high-quality, compliant, and mission-aligned outcomes.
Responsibilities
Proposal & Capture Support
- Support pre- and post-RFP activities, including proposal shaping, solution design, and technical writing.
- Contribute to technical volumes, management plans, and past performance narratives.
- Develop or refine solution architectures, staffing approaches, and delivery methodologies aligned with federal agency needs.
- Assist in developing rough-order-of-magnitude (ROM) estimates, assumptions, and implementation strategies.
- Provide subject matter expertise for cybersecurity, IT modernization, and enterprise services proposals.
Project & Delivery Management
- Support active federal contracts through project planning, execution oversight, and risk mitigation.
- Advise delivery teams on program structure, governance, and execution best practices.
- Assist with managing non-standard, special, or at-risk projects, including root cause analysis and recovery planning.
- Collaborate with program managers, delivery directors, and engineering leads to ensure milestones and client expectations are met.
- Provide guidance on Agile, hybrid Agile/SAFe, and ITSM-aligned delivery models.
Client Consulting & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as a trusted advisor to current government clients, offering strategic and technical guidance.
- Support customer discussions related to system design, modernization strategies, security posture, and operational improvements.
- Participate in client meetings, technical reviews, and delivery checkpoints as needed.
- Provide escalation-level support for complex technical, security, or compliance issues.
Solution Delivery & Technical Leadership
- Provide hands-on or advisory support for the design, integration, and deployment of federal IT solutions.
- Support enterprise architecture, cloud and platform services, cybersecurity controls, and infrastructure modernization efforts.
- Offer technical oversight for RMF, ATO, NIST 800-53, and STIG-aligned implementations.
- Assist delivery teams by validating solution approaches and ensuring alignment with contractual and compliance requirements.
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer
- Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including:
- Architecture diagrams and narratives
- Implementation plans and procedures
- Operational runbooks and SOPs
- Security and compliance artifacts
- Document solutions and processes in a way that enables sustainable operations and knowledge transfer to Evolver delivery teams.
- Support internal process improvement by documenting repeatable delivery and operational frameworks.
Basic Qualifications:
- 15 years of experience supporting federal IT programs across DoD, DHS, DOJ, DOS, or civilian agencies.
- 10 years of experience in project management, delivery leadership, and enterprise solutions architecture.
- 5 years of experience with federal cybersecurity, RMF/ATO processes, and compliance frameworks.
- 5 years of experience supporting proposal and capture activities for federal contracts.
- 5 years of experience delivering or advising on large-scale, mission-critical systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in Delivery Director, Program Manager, Solutions Architect, or Cybersecurity Architect roles.
- Familiarity with:
- NIST 800-series, COBIT, ITIL, and SAFe/Agile practices
- Enterprise infrastructure, cloud, VDI, and platform services
- Federal security tooling and SOAR/SOC environments
- Experience supporting hybrid or surge delivery models.
- Active or eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive and government audiences.
- Ability to work independently in a consultative, part-time capacity with minimal oversight.
Evolver is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all job seekers. It is the policy of Evolver not to discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, age, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic factors, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, or any other factor protected by law.
Actual salary will depend on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, market and work location. Evolver offers competitive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies.