Design Lead

Information Technology Strategies, LLC. is a government IT solutions provider servicing commercial and government initiative in various parts of the United States. We are currently seeking a Design Lead

to work for our company.

Summary:
Must be able to pass DHS Background check (Basic eligibility requirements include: U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history, no recent or pending bankruptcies).
Client Agency is Department of Homeland Security.
Will be responsible for executing customer/user experience (CX/UX) strategies and creating products that engage users. Will manage the CX/UX related planning, prioritization and decision making. Will advocate for broader CX/UX activities in support as needed.
Will lead and participate in sessions that leverage CX/UX design methods and strategies.
Will translate user needs into concepts, personas, user journeys, information architecture, user flows, wireframes and visual design prototypes using tools such as Figma, Mural, and Optimal Workshop.
Will conduct and synthesize user research and usability testing and translate those results into designs that will improve products in an iterative fashion.
Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders to articulate the CX vision, tradeoffs, and decisions.
Will lead efforts to develop and implement design patterns and information architecture that adhere to DHS brand guidelines for web and mobile design.
Will collaborate with DHS trusted testers and OAST to ensure that all front-end design and development work is Section 508 compliant for accessibility.
Will balance user needs with product owner priorities and technical feasibility.
Will ensure use of U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) are implemented in all products.
Will drive a plain language content strategy to facilitate an easy-to-understand user experience for all users.

Requirements:
Must be able to pass DHS Background check (Basic eligibility requirements include: U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history, no recent or pending bankruptcies).
Must have 5+ years of relevant experience.
Must have hands-on and theoretical experience with Agile framework or Agile software delivery.
Hands-on experience with web design.
Hands-on experience with mobile development design.
Must be proficient in human centered design, change management, be proficient in the latest CX/UX methods and technology trends.
Must have hands-on experience with the following languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Must have hands-on experience with digital programming tools.
Must have experience translating user needs into concepts, personas, user journeys, information architecture, user flows, wireframes and visual design prototypes using tools such as Figma, Mural, and Optimal Workshop.
Must be willing and able to participate in an oral presentation preparation and code challenge.

Preferences:
An ACTIVE U.S. Department of Homeland Security or U.S. Department of Defense security Top Secret clearance.
Located in the DC, Maryland, or Virginia area.
Experience with DHS style guides.
Previous experience participating in oral presentations in and code challenges.

About Us

IT-Strat is a technology consulting company that holds various contract vehicles including best in class vehicles. IT-Strat has supported multiple clients including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE via both prime and meaningful subcontracts). Additionally, IT-Strat has prime contracts with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and many others. We maintain relationships with multiple large businesses.

IT-Strat was established in 2002. We are a certified Woman Owned Small Business. IT-Strat also successfully graduated as a SBA 8(A) company. It was an 8(a) company from 2008 through 2017 and currently still has 8(a) contract vehicles.

Benefits We Offer:
Four Medical/Vision options including an HSA plan.
Dental and Orthodontia plan
Vision Materials plan
Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
401K Retirement Program with company contribution
Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Semi-monthly pay cycle

Information Technology Strategies ("IT-Strat") is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, alienage, ancestry, and any other factors prohibited by law. Employment selections are based on company and client requirements and the qualifications and skills of the candidate. IT-Strat is committed to actively capitalizing on the diversity of skills, talents, and perspectives of our employees.
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