At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our success starts and ends with our people, so we built a company where great people can do great things, with the resources and autonomy to make decisions that transform organizations. We operate as one team of diverse people, united by a passion for continuous growth and optimization. Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Must be a US Citizen

 

We are seeking a results-driven Performance & Analytics Lead to support our USCIS contract. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in IT leadership/subject matter expertise, with a strong background in system performance optimization, data analytics, and infrastructure monitoring. This role will ensure systems operate at peak efficiency and provide actionable insights through advanced analytics.

• Lead the analysis and optimization of enterprise system performance across diverse platforms.
• Design and implement performance monitoring solutions that provide proactive insights to IT operations and leadership.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, development, and security teams to identify performance bottlenecks and recommend solutions.
• Translate complex performance data into clear, actionable intelligence using modern analytics tools and platforms.
• Ensure compliance with USCIS performance standards and federal IT best practices.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and KPIs to support continuous performance monitoring and decision-making.

• 5+ years of IT experience as a lead or SME, with a strong focus on performance engineering, analytics, or infrastructure operations.
• Ability to obtain EOD Suitability
• Proven track record in managing enterprise system metrics, troubleshooting performance issues, and delivering improvements.
• Certification in at least one of the following:
• CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert)
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• RCSP (Riverbed Certified Solutions Professional)
• IBM Certified Deployment Professional
• MCITP/MCSE (Microsoft Certified IT Professional/System Engineer)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with performance monitoring tools such as New Relic, SolarWinds, Atternity, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL practices and incident analysis frameworks.
• Knowledge of robotic process automation.
• Strong data visualization skills using Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud performance analytics in AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

 

USD $114,693.12/Yr.

USD $191,155.20/Yr.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.

The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.