Forge Forward is searching for a Senior ILS Lead to work on-site daily at a client site in Charleston, SC. This position will serve as the primary and sole logistics authority for the assigned project, responsible for coordinating all logistics, sustainment, and lifecycle support functions while interfacing directly with PMW 790 stakeholders, NAVIFOR, and supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). The role requires deep expertise in Navy logistics processes, configuration management systems, and sustainment tools including CDMD-OA, MBPS, and Q-Star. Must be a US citizen holding Secret clearance with current SSBI/T5 investigation. TS/SCI clearance desired.
This is a senior, hands-on role requiring the ability to independently manage logistics operations, oversee configuration and obsolescence management, ensure compliance with certification timelines, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain and sustainment processes supporting mission-critical systems.
Functional Skills and Responsibilities:
Serve as the ILS Lead and primary logistics authority responsible for end-to-end lifecycle sustainment, planning, and execution across assigned Navy C4I systems.Develop, manage, and maintain Configuration Overhaul Planning (COP) records and ensure accurate system configuration baselines are maintained throughout lifecycle events.Utilize Configuration Data Managers Database – Open Architecture (CDMD-OA) to manage configuration data, track equipment changes, and ensure data integrity across program records.Develop and maintain logistics data within Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) to support sustainment planning, documentation, and lifecycle tracking.Prepare, update, and track equipment End-of-Life (EOL) and sustainment status using QTEC Sustainment Technology Assessment Resource (Q-Star).Lead DMSMS efforts by identifying, tracking, and mitigating obsolescence risks impacting system availability and lifecycle sustainment.Utilize CMPro for hardware asset tracking, configuration accountability, custody management, and generation of DD1149 documentation supporting installation and asset transfer activities.Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for ship and shore-based Navy systems, ensuring alignment with program requirements and operational readiness goals.Conduct inventory audits, manage asset accountability, and coordinate material disposition activities including DRMO turn-in processes.Track hardware warranty status, lifecycle metrics, and sustainment performance, providing regular updates to PMW 790 stakeholders.Coordinate and submit Shore ILS certifications in accordance with Navy timelines (e.g., I-6 requirements), ensuring compliance with program milestones.Analyze logistics processes to identify efficiencies, reduce lifecycle costs, and improve supply chain responsiveness.Maintain detailed documentation and reporting for logistics, sustainment, and configuration activities in support of audits and program reviews.Interface with NAVIFOR, program offices, and engineering teams to ensure integrated logistics support across all system domains.Requirements:
Must be a US citizen holding a Secret clearance with current SSBI/T5 investigation required. TS/SCI clearance desired.Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field is desired.DAU Life Cycle Logistics Certification (Level II or III) or Certified Professional Logistician (CPL) is desired.Desired Skills:
Experience serving as an ILS Lead supporting Navy C4I programs, with demonstrated ability to independently manage logistics operations and coordinate across program stakeholders.Strong understanding of Navy logistics, sustainment lifecycle processes, and configuration management practices within PMW 790 or similar program offices.Familiarity with Integrated Product Team (IPT) environments and ability to coordinate logistics activities across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management disciplines.Experience supporting STACC or similar programs with knowledge of Shore ILS certification processes and timelines.Demonstrated ability to analyze supply chain performance, improve efficiency, and reduce lifecycle sustainment costs.DAU Life Cycle Logistics certification (Level II or III) or equivalent professional logistics certification (CPL) supporting advanced logistics expertise.Strong data management, analytical, and reporting skills with ability to translate logistics data into actionable program insights.Excellent communication skills with proven ability to interface with government stakeholders and senior leadership.Company DescriptionForge Forward is a trusted advisor in Management Consulting. Our name is new, but customers and partners know us from nearly 20 years of work and successful outcomes with Pivotal Insight and GDI. Forge Forward supports organizations throughout the business life cycle. Forge Forward teams leverage and optimize data and engineering to make informed and secure decisions for models, projects and budget cycles. Sustainability and Resiliency in Operations (ResOpsTM) factors long-term thinking and methodologies while addressing and solving today’s time-sensitive problems. Seasoned PMs mitigate risk and provide clients acquisition support to manage significant programs and tasks of national significance and scope.Company DescriptionForge Forward is a trusted advisor in Management Consulting. Our name is new, but customers and partners know us from nearly 20 years of work and successful outcomes with Pivotal Insight and GDI. Forge Forward supports organizations throughout the business life cycle. Forge Forward teams leverage and optimize data and engineering to make informed and secure decisions for models, projects and budget cycles. Sustainability and Resiliency in Operations (ResOpsTM) factors long-term thinking and methodologies while addressing and solving today’s time-sensitive problems. Seasoned PMs mitigate risk and provide clients acquisition support to manage significant programs and tasks of national significance and scope. Read LessForge Forward is searching for a Senior Infrastructure & Platform Engineer to support a client in Charleston, SC. This is an on-site position so any interested candidates must be able to be in the office every day. US citizenship and a minimum Secret clearance are required. If you do not meet these qualifications, you cannot be considered.
The position requires a minimum seven (7) years of experience supporting enterprise C4I systems with a focus on infrastructure engineering, virtualization, and platform automation within secure DoD environments. This position serves as a senior technical authority responsible for the design, engineering, integration, and lifecycle management of hybrid infrastructure platforms spanning compute, storage, virtualization, and containerized environments.
The Senior Infrastructure & Platform Engineer will design and sustain enterprise VMware-based environments while expanding into broader infrastructure domains including hardware platforms, storage systems, backup/recovery solutions, and automation frameworks. This role requires a hands-on engineer capable of bridging traditional datacenter infrastructure with modern DevSecOps and platform engineering practices.
The candidate must independently troubleshoot complex system and infrastructure issues, lead engineering and integration efforts across multiple technology domains, and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements. The engineer will operate across lab and production environments, supporting modernization initiatives that incorporate automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and containerized workloads.
This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong technical leadership, cross-domain expertise, and the ability to drive infrastructure evolution within mission-critical environments.
Functional Responsibilities and Skills:
Engineer and sustain enterprise virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, vSAN)Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning compute hardware, virtualization, and platform servicesContribute to datacenter hardware lifecycle activities including server deployment, configuration, and optimizationSupport and integrate enterprise storage solutions (SAN/NAS) and associated performance tuningAdminister and support enterprise backup and disaster recovery platforms (e.g., Rubrik or equivalent)Develop and maintain automation using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, and BashImplement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for provisioning, configuration, and system standardizationSupport containerized environments and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes or equivalent)Troubleshoot complex issues across compute, storage, virtualization, and platform layersEnsure systems are engineered and maintained in accordance with DISA STIGs and DoD cybersecurity requirementsSupport RMF activities, including control validation, POA&M development, and continuous monitoringCollaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, and program teams to deliver integrated solutionsParticipate in technical reviews, architecture discussions, and configuration control boardsProduce and maintain technical documentation including designs, implementation plans, and operational proceduresProvide technical leadership and mentorship within a multi-disciplinary engineering teamRequirements:
Minimum seven (7) years of experience supporting enterprise C4I systems with a focus on infrastructure engineering, virtualization, and platform automation within secure DoD environmentsUS citizen holding a Secret clearance at minimum with current SSBI/T5 investigation, TS/SCI clearance is desiredCompTIA Security+ certificationDoD Cybersecurity Workforce IAT Level IIBachelor’s degree in IT or related technical field is desiredDesired Skills:
Experience supporting Navy C4I or similar DoD environmentsExperience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and/or VMware TanzuFamiliarity with software-defined networking (NSX-T or equivalent)Advanced experience with storage platforms and data protection strategiesStrong understanding of DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipeline integrationProficiency in scripting/programming (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Experience with Git-based version control and automation pipelinesExperience supporting classified environments with privileged accessFamiliarity with hybrid cloud or cloud-adjacent architecturesExcellent communication and collaboration skills across technical teamsVMware Certified Professional (VCP-DCV or NV), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or equivalent, HashiCorp Terraform Associate or similar IaC certificationCompany DescriptionForge Forward is a trusted advisor in Management Consulting. Our name is new, but customers and partners know us from nearly 20 years of work and successful outcomes with Pivotal Insight and GDI. Forge Forward supports organizations throughout the business life cycle. Forge Forward teams leverage and optimize data and engineering to make informed and secure decisions for models, projects and budget cycles. Sustainability and Resiliency in Operations (ResOpsTM) factors long-term thinking and methodologies while addressing and solving today’s time-sensitive problems. Seasoned PMs mitigate risk and provide clients acquisition support to manage significant programs and tasks of national significance and scope.Company DescriptionForge Forward is a trusted advisor in Management Consulting. Our name is new, but customers and partners know us from nearly 20 years of work and successful outcomes with Pivotal Insight and GDI. Forge Forward supports organizations throughout the business life cycle. Forge Forward teams leverage and optimize data and engineering to make informed and secure decisions for models, projects and budget cycles. Sustainability and Resiliency in Operations (ResOpsTM) factors long-term thinking and methodologies while addressing and solving today’s time-sensitive problems. Seasoned PMs mitigate risk and provide clients acquisition support to manage significant programs and tasks of national significance and scope. Read Less