Joint Regional Security Stack Engineer (JRSS)

The AFINC II contract supporting the 26^th Network Operations Squadron (26NOS) is seeking qualified Joint Regional Security Stack (JRSS) Engineer. The JRSS team oversees an enterprise DoD environment supporting the USAF that requires a unique and dynamic skill set. If you are seeking a challenging and fast paced workplace, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. Candidates that do not meet all qualifications, are still considered on their relevant experience in similar environments.

As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With expertise in modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, and managing secure environments, SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity.

SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers’ missions for more than 40 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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• Designs, engineers, and implements associated projects.
• Develop LAN/WAN network designs to accommodate a data center migration. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience with LAN/WAN setup, TCP/IP protocol, routing/switching configurations, and firewall technologies. 
• Demonstrated knowledge with content switching and load balancers. 
• Troubleshooting complex network issues such as performance analysis, protocol problems, hardware failures and WAN/LAN connectivity issues. 
• VoIP component configuration and deployment experience is a plus. 
• Have a general knowledge of systems and enterprise storage technologies. 
• Participate in the implementation of agreed upon solutions and strategies. 
• Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources. 
• Generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems. 
• Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects. 
• Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality. 
• Follow policies and procedures for change and incident management.
• Responsible for the full integration of the JRSS platform and associated support systems for the program.
• Design, engineer and integrate and operate the JRSS systems into AFINC architecture seamlessly.
• Resolves network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators.
• Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues. Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface.
• Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures.
• Research issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures.
• Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; Performs 1-4 problem determination.
• Participate in the implementation of agreed upon solutions and strategies.
• Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources.
• Generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems.
• Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects.
• Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality.

• Candidate should have 7+ years of progressively responsible network engineering hands-on in:
  • Enterprise network management, focusing primarily on Cisco devices.
  • Installation, configuration, and support of network switches, routers, and wireless Aps
  • Experience with network topologies such as Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, GbE VLAN, and SONET. 
  • Experience in implementing converged networks to include VoIP, VTC and QoS methods. 
• Proven experience and success with LAN, WAN, and WLAN implementation and management.
• Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.
• Strong working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including Cisco products and solutions.
• Strong, hands-on technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems, including Cisco IOS platforms.
• Excellent network hardware troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to understand the organization's goals and objectives and implement solutions to meet those goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and IP subnetting
• Knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, BGP)
• Knowledge and experience with Juniper platform are a plus.
• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to travel up to 5% of the year, dependent on contract needs and requirements that may arise.
• Experience in directly managing teams of diverse technical personnel responsible for the daily operations.

Education/Certification(s):

• Technical degree, Associates or, bachelor’s degree in computer science/information systems, Science/Engineering/Math, or 7+ years’ relevant experience in Information Technology preferably within system or application administration is acceptable.
• Requires a DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification:
  • CompTIA Security+ CE (Continuing Education)
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CE (Continuing Education)
  • (ISC)² Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
  • GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Requires at least one or more Computing Environment/Operating System (CE/OS) Defense Cyberspace Workforce Certification (DCWF) requirement(s):
  • Paulo Alto – PCNSE
  • Cisco – CCNP

Clearance: 

• Active DoD Secret or higher required.

SMS is a veteran-owned network integrator established in 1976.  With an employee retention rate averaging over 5 years, our ability to hire quality people and retain them in a rapidly evolving IT market proves why we are a world-class information technology company. At SMS, we place a high value on quality of service, customer satisfaction, and best-of-breed policies and practices. As a result, SMS is proud to be ISO 9001:2008 Registered and a CMMI Level 3 certified company, ensuring that we continue to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers, partners and employees. 

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.