Principal Solutions Architecture
Position Summary
We are seeking an on-site Systems Architect with deep expertise in DoD systems and secure tactical communications to join our dynamic team in Mary Esther, FL. At the customer facing level, this role will drive system requirements, design, policy development, authorization, acceptance, and transition of technologies integrating into the operational systems and environments as well as COTS hardware.
Primary Responsibilities (included but not limited to):
Provides integration and hands-on training support for devices and sensors
Develops and maintains updated software and hardware configurations
Performs end-to-end testing to validate integrated system performance, security, and reliability
Develops user/administrator guides on integrated applications, systems, and/or configurations
Maintains server and client devices and applications
Provides local and remote support for integrated systems and software
Conducts network-centric system administration
Integrates enterprise communications architecture with tactical networking devices
Performs other system development, integration, and support duties, as assigned
Integrates tactical radios, sensors, and mission systems into existing network infrastructures including cloud, hybrid, and edge environments
Recommends system enhancements to improve mission readiness and reduce technical risk for stakeholders
Develops edge/cloud/hybrid mission-centric system architectures that are independent of, or fill an operational gap in current operational systems
Breaks operational requirements into functional, nonfunctional, data type, and protocol requirements
Required:
Minimum of five (5) years, within the last eight (8) years, operational experience with/or supporting USASOC or AFSOC
Minimum of five (5) years operational experience with tactical communications
Must have detailed knowledge of AFSOC operations and tactics
Must have experience integrating Cross-domain solutions (CDS), SOF Deployable Node (SDN) familiarity, black/green/red router configs, tactical mission networks (TMN), Cursor on target (CoT)/protobuf/XML, Streaming video, Multiplexed MISB KLV Metadata, Chat, and File shares into command and control (C2) solutions
Possess an in-depth knowledge of joint doctrine and joint policies. Will have a detailed working knowledge of processes and procedures for using automated tools to execute Special Operations roles
Possess the ability to develop processes and techniques which reduces the workload for AFSOC operators and support Contractors
Have a working knowledge in the following areas/programs:
Specialized Automated Mission. Suite Enhanced Situational. Awareness (SAMS–ESA) or the Special Operations Mission Planning and Execution (SOMPE) suite and hardware
Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK)
Windows Tactical Assault Kit (WINTAK)
TAK Server and field computing device, wearable (FCD-W) mobile device management (MDM), JPECD-TA, or SEME familiarization
Execution Planner (XPlan)
Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related discipline; or Technical School Certificate related to computer systems; or the equivalent military training
CCNA, Network+, or Security+
Must be able to effectively communicate with the customer and fulfill contract duties and responsibilities
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workplace suites
U.S. Citizenship: Must be eligible to hold a Common Access Card (CAC), and Secret security clearance is required
Desired:
Git distributed version control system (e.g. GitLab) experience
Persistent Systems technology (e.g. Cloud Relay/MPU-5) familiarity
Non-Technical Competencies:
Strong Senior Mentorship/Leadership Capabilities
Able to provide technical guidance and constructive feedback
Strong communication/general soft skills
Able to conduct themselves, at all times, in a professional and respectful manner
Able to give and receive feedback in a respectful and professional manner, as a requirement
“Team player” that contributes to a “can-do” culture
Salary Range: $122,100 - $207,600