Sr. Systems Engineer

Senior Engineer Microsoft SMEThe mission of the End User Core Build (EUCB) team is to enhance and support the Navy Enterprise Network (NEN) end user environment including all stages of creating and maintaining the standard end user device core build for delivery, upgrade, and security updates. As the Senior Engineer Microsoft SME, you will be responsible for creating, managing, and seamlessly delivering the Windows desktop core build ensuring quality, accuracy, and precision in all known configurations. You will provide technical excellence and guidance to your team while striving for continual improvement in everything you do. You will work in a fast paced, time critical environment supporting the Warfighter and bringing innovative change and value to the entire Navy/Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI).RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure the quality delivery and success of the End User Core Build while meeting or exceeding all Government Service Level Requirements.Actively participate in the Windows Technology Adoption Program (TAP) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Host Baseline (SHB) process to beta test and influence future build releases.Maintain and manage vendor relationships and support contracts.Design, configure, integrate, implement, and manage the Unclassified, SECRET, and Releasable to Allies (REL-A) End User Core Images for all current and future operating systems.Submit a revised cybersecurity authorization package for each monthly core image to the Government for approval.Ensure each monthly core image release shall be available for shipment and/or download within one week of the official release of the triggering vendor's Monthly Update.Prepare and maintain 5-year Core Build Plan documentationDevelop, submit, and execute a mitigation plan to resolve known and potential compatibility issues and vendor updates with other End User Core Build software, Information Assurance (IA) settings, IA tools, network infrastructure, network operations, and standard hardware configurations.Report issues impacting the End User Core Build and describe mitigation plans during Executive Leadership Team meetings.Ensure that the new build is thoroughly tested for error-free distribution.Ensure accreditation documentation is maintained and certification is current.Standardize and improve the core build methodology and delivery.Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities with short suspense response and testing.Apply DoD security standards.Ensure required documentation is quickly, thoroughly, and accurately completed.Review root cause analysis documentation for issues encountered.Ensure Government software catalogs are accurate and updated in a timely manner.Ensure all processes and procedures are strictly followed and suggest areas for improvement.Provide technical support and troubleshooting, as required, with possible after-hours or on-call requirements.Maintain an awareness of upcoming software patches, fixes, and releases.Work in a diverse team environment.