The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA, providing Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance (SETA) support to clients across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. 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. The Red Gate Group is seeking an experienced Defense Business Systems (DBS) Policy Expert - SME to support the Acquisition Policy & Innovation (API) Directorate under the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (USD(A&S)). API leads the Department of Defense’s efforts to develop innovative acquisition policies and practices that optimize decision-making and deliver $2 trillion in warfighting capabilities across multiple acquisition pathways. As a DBS Policy Expert, you will provide critical expertise to shape and refine acquisition policies for defense business systems and IT infrastructure, ensuring DoD business processes align with cutting-edge commercial practices. Your work will enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and maximize the value of commercial solutions, directly contributing to the DoD’s mission readiness and operational success. Key Responsibilities + Policy Development: Drive the development and integration of DBS acquisition policies, ensuring alignment with Chief Information Officer initiatives and best practices in IT infrastructure management. + Program Support: Assess and provide recommendations on cost, schedule, performance, risk, and supportability for DBS systems to guide acquisition decisions and governance. + Process Improvement: Analyze business environments and processes, recommending commercial or government solutions to improve efficiency, reduce IT customization, and mitigate risks. + Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate across DoD organizations, agencies, and services to support API equities, prepare Congressional responses, and address IG and GAO audit documentation. + Tool Management: Manage data requirements and support enhancements to critical DoD IT systems, including DITIP, DITPR, and SNaP-IT. + Communication: Deliver professional briefings and reports to high-level stakeholders, including Flag Officers, General Officers, and Senior Executive Service members. Required Qualifications + Experience: + Active DoD Secret Clearance + Recognized industry authority providing expert consultation and advisory services, with proven ability to deliver high-ROI technical solutions + Requires extensive technical expertise and demonstrable experience leading complex programmatic initiatives + 7+ years in relevant fields with a master’s degree. + Expertise in business systems analysis, acquisition policy development, and functional requirements analysis. + Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools and delivering high-level briefings. Desired Qualifications + 5+ years of experience developing DoD acquisition policies, guides, or instructions. + 10+ years in business systems or process analysis. + 5+ years of experience supporting Headquarters-level DoD organizations, including Agencies, Joint Staff, or Combatant Commands. 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.  EEO is the Law (https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf)