Cyber Security & Control Systems Storage & Virtual Program Engineer

Nisga'a CIOPS provides hands-on experienced services to civilian and DoD programs worldwide. Delivering highly skilled, cleared personnel who provide services on five continents for a portfolio of customers.

Summary:

The Cyber Security & Control Systems (CSCS) Storage & Virtual (S&V) Program Support Engineer is an on-site position located at McConnell AFB, KS. The CSCS S&V Program supports the Server Consolidation Environment (SCE) and Air Force Provisional Enterprise Data Center (AFPEDC) programs. This role includes the testing, implementation and sustainment of solutions, ensuring system performance, and applying industry-standard concepts, practices, and procedures. This position will work closely with appropriate teams and will act as a liaison for AFLCMC/HNI.

The primary role for this position is to support the SCE & AFPEDC hosted virtual infrastructures providing virtual servers and backup support located on McConnell AFB. The CSCS S&V architect will provide on-site and remote engineering and integration services for the architecture and integration of products to include system architecture, solution design, performance audits, system reviews, documentation and data migration. Other duties include performing site audits and technical account management such as managing third parties, providing technical assistance and mentoring as directed, as well as providing cybersecurity recommendations in support of ATO within the RMF system.

Essential Job Functions:

• Core Tasks
  • Provide integration of new applications to include coordinating design reviews, providing List of Materials for expansion requirements and coordinating integration activities with the application team or application integration contractor
  • Provide documentation of as-built drawing changes to the system
  • Perform system expansion or contraction planning activities
  • Support the PMO in on-boarding of new applications as required
  • Support the PMO by migrating existing SCE/ AFPEDC applications to other platforms as required
  • Provide VMware engineering design and architecture support for Data Center Consolidation of existing virtual data center locations
  • Provide Cisco UCS engineering design and architectural support
  • Provide SAN engineering design and architecture support
  • Provide Commvault engineering design and architecture support
  • Provide IA assessment and remediation
  • Perform daily/ weekly monitoring of system performance
  • Determine resolution of deployment problems in the production environment
  • Provide reviews of contractor submittals of System Design and Architecture Reports and Tech Order
  • Evaluate existing SCE/ AFPEDC architecture and site-specific data center services to determine change requirements at each location
  • Support PMO in all aspects of the creation and incorporation of SCE/ AFPEDC architecture and design best practices
  • Generate and test TCTOs to implement changes at all SCE/ AFPEDC sites
  • Travel to other locations estimated at two (2) Continental United States trips per year - other travel requirements may be necessary
  • Provide troubleshooting, configuration, and management support for systems and technical environments as necessary

• Leadership Responsibilities

  • Supervise, lead, and direct work as necessary for Field Operations Subject Matter Experts assigned to Hanscom AFB.
  • Provide status updates and reports on performance and technical concerns.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the program management staff and Sr. Field Operations Manager
• Risk & Compliance Management
  • Ensure compliance with DoD, Air Force, and industry security standards
  • Maintain operational readiness in accordance with procedures and policies
  • Assist in conducting risk assessments and applying mitigation strategies

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent leader with experience in managing staff of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of network and systems infrastructure.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a mission-critical environment.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and technical personnel.
• Familiarity with U.S. DoD & U.S. Air Force procedures and the Air Force Information Network (AFIN).

Minimum Qualifications:

• A degree in a related field and a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience or a total of at least ten (10) years of relevant experience
• Enterprise storage experience in integration and migration of SAN and NAS technologies.
• Experience supporting DoD Information Network, AFIN or equivalent.
• Information Assurance (IA) Technician (IAT) Level II Certification
• A valid and current SECRET (or higher) security clearance.
• Must have two or more of the following:
  • Dell/EMC Storage Area Networks and Backup storage and VMware virtualization
  • Experience with ESX Server, Virtual Center, Virtual SMP, Vmotion, High Availability, Distributed Resource Scheduler and Consolidated Backup
  • Experience with HP Blade system enclosure
  • Commvault Simpana and EMC Data Domain software
  • Experience with Brocade Fabric switching
  • NCIE NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer-SAN Specialist or equivalent
  • Eight (8) years of experience with Microsoft Server
  • CyberArk Level 2: Defender Certification
  • Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) with experience in Routers, Switches and Network Fabric or equivalent
  • Cisco UCS Compute and Networking experience in a virtual environment
  • Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) Data Center
  • Network+

Pay and Benefits

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.