Software Lifecycle Analyst – Service Level

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Oversee software from acquisition through retirement .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNevada • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $87,906 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software lifecycle planning, compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, and effective vendor performance management. Capable of producing detailed documentation and reports while ensuring alignment with mission needs and governance standards.

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Software Lifecycle PlanningDoD Cybersecurity ComplianceVendor Performance ManagementActive Top Secret ClearanceITIL Certification

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Hard Skills

Software Lifecycle ManagementPatch ManagementConfiguration ControlRisk IdentificationSLA DevelopmentDocumentation ManagementVersion TrackingTesting and ValidationBudget PlanningAsset Inventory Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

DashboardsReportsSOPs

Certifications & Qualifications

ITIL CertificationCITAM CertificationCSAM Certification

Industry Keywords

DoD PoliciesSTIG ComplianceRMFDISA GuidanceEnterprise IT SupportSimulation EnvironmentsDistributed TrainingService ContractsLicensing Models

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityITSMTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee software from acquisition through retirement
Plan and coordinate deployment, patching, upgrades, accreditation, and end-of-life transitions
Ensure compliance with DoD policies, STIGs, RMF, and DISA guidance
Support testing and validation of updates and new releases
Maintain configuration control, documentation, and version tracking
Identify software risks, recommend mitigations, and communicate impacts
Coordinate with cybersecurity and system administration teams for secure lifecycle integration
Manage SLAs with vendors and mission partners
Track and report SLA performance metrics
Address vendor performance issues and coordinate corrective actions
Align support agreements with mission needs, budgets, and sustainment plans
Oversee licensing, renewals, maintenance contracts, and technical support agreements
Serve as primary liaison for software sustainment and SLA concerns
Provide lifecycle guidance to PMO leadership and mission stakeholders
Coordinate with test teams for software readiness during interoperability and training events
Support acquisition and budget planning with lifecycle cost and vendor performance data
Maintain software asset inventories, lifecycle statuses, patch levels, and support agreements
Produce dashboards, reports, briefings, and SOPs
Ensure documentation aligns with DoD and JITTC-N governance requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or 3 years relevant experience with a Master's degree, or 0 years experience with a Ph.D. or Juris Doctorate, or high school diploma/equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Experience in DoD or similar regulated environments performing software lifecycle or enterprise IT support
Expertise in software lifecycle planning and sustainment processes
Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF, STIG compliance, and patch management methodologies
Understanding of SLA development, vendor oversight, and performance management
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Must have had an active Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months
Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance, with supporting SAP/SPR clearances
Preferred: Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance
Preferred: Experience supporting simulation, test, or distributed training environments such as LVC architectures
Preferred: ITIL certification or ITSM framework experience
Preferred: CITAM or CSAM certification, or equivalent credential
Preferred: Experience with DoD acquisition processes, service contracts, or enterprise licensing models
Required ability to work in office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environments; climb ladders; and tolerate confined spaces and extreme temperature variances

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions
Educational and training programs for continual career growth