Engineering Manager

Overview

Acuity is an award-winning consulting firm that provides proven management and technological services to the Federal government. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, by the Washington Business Journal for over five years in a row, we are hiring an Engineering Manager to further assist and join in our growth. 

 

 

Why Acuity?

Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of engineers and architects in the delivery of federal IT solutions.
• Oversee the implementation of Agile and DevSecOps methodologies across the development lifecycle.
• Manage resource allocation, project timelines, and technical budgets for large-scale engineering initiatives.
• Collaborate with program managers and agency stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and delivery milestones.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet federal quality standards and technical implementation requirements for NIST 800-53.
• Drive continuous improvement through the adoption of new tools, automation, and technical best practices.
• Facilitate technical reviews and resolve roadblocks to ensure high-velocity team performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software or systems engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role supporting federal contracts.
• Deep expertise in Agile development methodologies and modern engineering practices.

Preferred Certifications

• Federal & Security: CISSP or CISM.
• Domain-Specific: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator.
• Architecture/Management: PMP or Certified Scrum Master (CSM).

Technical Skills

• Project Management: JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project.
• Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Kanban, DevSecOps.
• Development: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and automated testing frameworks.
• Cloud: Understanding of AWS GovCloud or Azure Government management.

Regulatory & Domain Expertise

• Demonstrated expertise in applying FedRAMP and NIST 800-53 compliance standards to delivery.
• Technical implementation of security-driven development (SDLC) practices.
• Knowledge of the federal procurement process and technical proposal development.

Clearance Requirement

• Active security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) or eligibility to obtain one.

 

About Acuity

At Acuity, your work matters—and so does your experience. We’re a management and technology consulting firm supporting critical federal missions, where you’ll have the opportunity to solve meaningful challenges, work alongside high-performing teams, and make a real impact from day one.

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

 

Grow Your Career, Your WayWe invest in you with personalized development plans, mentorship, and up to $3,000 annually for training and certifications and up to $3,000 for degree seeking programs—so you can keep building the career you want.

 

Be Part of Something InnovativeYou’ll work on cutting-edge solutions that support important government missions, in an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement.

 

Thrive in a People-First CultureCollaboration, respect, and support aren’t just values—they’re how we operate. Your voice is heard, your contributions are recognized, and your success is shared.

 

Feel Valued and RewardedWe offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance so you can perform at your best—at work and at home.

 

Join an Award-Winning TeamOur employees consistently rank us among the best—earning honors like Best Places to Work (Washington Business Journal, 9+ years) and Top Workplaces (The Washington Post, 2022–2025).

 

Bring Your Whole Self to WorkWe’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

 

Make Your Impact

Join Acuity and be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work drives meaningful outcomes.

Learn more: www.myacuity.com

 

Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

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