Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position. This position is contingent on contract award Job Title: Network SME (Subject Matter Expert) Security Clearance: Top Secret Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field Experience Requirement:
- A minimum of 15+ years of experience as a subject matter expert (SME) in Tactical SATCOM.
Location: APG (Aberdeen Proving Ground) Job Description: We are seeking a highly experienced Network SME to support the design, planning, installation, integration, and maintenance of backbone core-area tactical and strategic communications networks. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Tactical SATCOM and a deep understanding of military communications networks, including the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) and the Global Information Grid (GIG). Key Responsibilities:
- Design and Integration: Design and integrate backbone tactical and strategic communications networks, supporting both core-area and extended areas of the DISN and GIG.
- Requirement Gathering and Translation: Gather user requirements from Operational Need Statements (ONS) and Capability Production Documents (CPD) and translate them into technical, cost-effective solutions that meet the Army's tactical communication system needs.
- Network Architecture Development: Develop network architectures for interfacing with adjacent, higher, and lower units, as well as allied nations, government agencies, and commercial services.
- Engineering Support: Provide engineering design, development, installation, and maintenance support for tactical networks, including the integration of Data/Voice/Video/Telephony systems in the tactical environment.
- Technical Documentation and Reports: Develop detailed technical documentation, specifications, assessments, and reports. Assist in systems engineering, interoperability, and quality assurance processes.
- Field Support: Provide hands-on technical support at fielding locations, labs, and test sites. Assist with technical field evaluations and system test and evaluation activities.
- Technology Insertion and Testing: Lead technology insertion testing relative to emerging network requirements and capabilities within the PM TN environment.
- Virtualization and Storage Expertise: Possess expertise in VMware, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, Dell, and HP storage and virtualization technologies.
- Cisco Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in Cisco IOS/NXOS, Cisco ISE, Cisco UCS, Cisco ASA, and Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF, RIP, EIGRP). Expertise in MULTICAST, LAN/VLAN design, and VOIP systems including Cisco Call Manager and Redcom Sigma Core.
- Network Protocol Analysis: Experience using tools like Sniffer and Wireshark for protocol analysis.
- Familiarity with Army Systems: Provide support for Army Software Baselines, Architectures, and the development of network configurations and products.
- Field Expertise: Offer on-site technical support at field locations, and assist in technology implementation and field testing.
Technical Skills and Requirements:
- Expertise in Tactical SATCOM systems and integration with military networks.
- Knowledge of virtualization and storage technologies from VMware, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, and others.
- Strong background in Cisco systems, including routing protocols, VOIP, Cisco Call Manager, and Redcom Sigma Core.
- Protocol analysis experience using tools like Wireshark or similar.
- Familiarity with Army Software Baselines, Architectures, and Active Directory.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field.
- A minimum of 15+ years of experience in Tactical SATCOM systems, with demonstrated subject matter expertise in network engineering and design.
- Deep understanding of Cisco systems, virtualization technologies, and network protocols.
- Experience in providing field support and hands-on technical expertise for military network systems.
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