Moodle Technical SME - Clearance Required

LMI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Moodle Technical Subject Matter Expert to serve as the foremost authority on Moodle (Workplace or LMS) solutions within our Army Training Information System (ATIS) Team. ATIS is a major Army initiative to modernize and consolidate Army training systems into a single, cloud-native, enterprise-level capability. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical expertise in Moodle administration, configuration, and integration, alongside a strong ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to support Army learning objectives. As part of an Agile Release Train (ART) operating under the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), this role is pivotal in ensuring our Moodle platforms are secure, compliant, and optimized to meet the dynamic needs of our training programs.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Serve as the technical authority on Moodle Workplace solutions, providing expertise in configuration, administration, and integration within the ATIS framework.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, align with Moodle Workplace solutions, design solutions, and implement enhancements aligned with Army training goals.
• Understand Moodle implementation of courseware standards including SCORM 1.2, SCORM 2004, xAPI, and H5P.
• Manage system configuration, including plugins, APIs, and authentication mechanisms such as SSO and CAC/PIV.
• Experience with Moodle Workplace multi-tenancy and per-tenant customization including themes and plugins.
• Ensure adherence to Army and DoD cybersecurity, data privacy, and accreditation standards, including RMF and ATO processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues impacting the LMS, including failed scheduled tasks, user access issues, course management challenges, and import/export failures.
• Lead system upgrades, patches, testing, and migration efforts to maintain platform stability and security.
• Develop and deliver technical documentation, conduct knowledge transfer sessions, and provide training to administrators and end-users.
• Act as a liaison between technical and functional teams, translating training requirements into viable Moodle capabilities.
• Monitor system performance, recommending optimizations for scalability and reliability.
• Facilitate integration with Army enterprise systems such as HR systems, data warehouses, and student information systems.
• Stay informed about Moodle roadmap developments and open-source community trends to inform strategic planning and innovation.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance Required
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of direct experience in Moodle administration, configuration, and customization.
• Experience with DoD/Army training systems or other government-focused LMS platforms.
• Proficiency in database management (MySQL/PostgreSQL), PHP, Linux server administration, and web technologies.
• Possession of applicable DoD 8140 cybersecurity workforce qualification or ability to complete within six months.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity protocols and RMF/ATO processes within a DoD context.
• Demonstrated capability in troubleshooting complex technical issues across application, database, and network layers.
• Familiarity with AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, etc.) in a hosted environment.
• Ability to function both independently and collaboratively in a matrixed team structure.

Desired Qualifications:

• SAFe Agile certification.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and cloud hosting environments.
• Prior experience in military, government contracting, or federal civilian roles related to training or educational systems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey technical information to non-technical audiences.

Target salary range: $99,000 - $171,000. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications.

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.