Capacity Planning Manager

ECS is seeking a Capacity Planning Manager to work in our Fairfax, VA office.

ECS is seeking talented professionals to join our successful and growing team in building the next-generation Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Cyber data solution. The CDM Program is the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) dynamic approach to strengthening the cybersecurity of Federal networks and systems through better awareness and visibility into their security posture and cyber threats. ECS is responsible for designing, building, deploying, operating, and maintaining a complete 'Data Services' solution which includes the collection, normalization, visualization, and sharing of cyber data from more than 100 Federal agencies. The CDM Data Services product is an integrated suite of multiple Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) products, software configuration packages, and custom code which work together to operate as an integrated solution tailored to meet Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requirements.

We are seeking professionals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment where problem-solving, critical thinking, and a holistic approach to serving the mission are key. Our program operates within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). An aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning, improvement, and cyber security is a must!

ECS is seeking a talented Capacity Planning Manager to efficiently develop and maintain the program's capacity plan to include financial impacts for system capabilities. Effective capacity planning begins with a deep understanding of system design, deployed assets, capabilities, and relevant financial inputs. The successful candidate will work closely with technical leaders, program leads, and solution engineers to gather information and inputs to develop a robust capacity plan and budget inputs.

The ideal candidate will be able to validate deployments, coordinate inputs, and facilitate conversations supporting capacity planning. The candidate will also be a customer facing role, interacting with the customer to develop and update deliverables describing system capacity and budgeting needs. The Capacity Planning Manager plays a significant role in customer planning strategies and budget management, delivering financial insights and shaping program vision.

• Develop and manage capacity plans reflecting current state deployments

• Provide cost estimations reflecting the system's current state

• Provide cost estimations for future state to include scaling and capability onboarding.

• Provide capacity and planning presentations to the customer and interested parties

• US citizenship and ability to acquire Public Trust Suitability

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• 4+ years of evaluating system designs for the purpose of understanding scale and budget needs

• 2+ years managing financial interest and cost impacts for a similarly sized federal program (i.e., $50+ million)

• 2+ years of experience evaluating customer needs and system capabilities to articulate resource demands and financial impact

• 2+ years managing system financial plans and budget projects

• 2+ years operating in cloud-based environments (i.e., AWS, Azure) and building cost plans for cloud services

• 2+ years evaluating product license strategies and correlation with deployment needs