IT Systems Engineer
Lexington, MA, United States
Our client has an immediate opening for a Top Secret cleared IT Systems Engineer onsite in Lexington, MA!
* Candidates must have an active Top Secret clearance*
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Architect and sustain leading-edge multi-level A/V and computing solutions across our classified conference spaces.
* Spearhead the transition to next-generation voice and video solutions, working collaboratively with government sponsors to meet evolving requirements.
* Lead the seamless integration of network systems within our expanding infrastructure, coordinating with multiple external services.
* Develop and refine comprehensive system documentation, ensuring the creation of detailed diagrams and standard operating procedures.
* Evolve and maintain classified development networks by working to upgrade hardware and software.
* Work with security compliance team to develop creative solutions to meet the needs of users while remaining compliant with government policy.
Required Qualifications:
* Thorough knowledge of videoconference hardware, software and network connections and experience troubleshooting complex technical issues.
* Experience architecting and implementing multi-level conference rooms and VTC systems for classified environments.
* Knowledge of physical and virtual network hardware and software component configurations.
* Knowledge of integrated A/V solutions, e.g. AMX, Creston, Extron, and/or Thinklogical.
* Experience building and maintaining mixed Windows and Linux networks in isolated environments including setting up Active Directory, file shares, repository mirroring (e.g., APT, PyPI), collaboration services (e.g., Confluence, Jira.)
* Knowledge of automation techniques and infrastructure-as-code approaches for deployment of systems and services with tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, MDT/SCCM/Intune.
* Experience setting up and running small networks (configuring Cisco IOS for switching, routing, VLANs, etc.)
* Experience with local and server-based virtualization technologies (e.g., VMWare ESX, vSphere, etc.)
* Experience hardening Windows and Linux systems using STIG configurations.
* Familiarity with collaboration technologies including VoIP phones and unified communication systems.
* Familiarity with RMF and derivative processes (DoD 8510, JSIG, ICD-503, CNSSI 1253.)
* Familiarity with relevant government security regulations (NISPOM, JSIG, ICD503, TEMPEST.)
* Experience supporting and training users on IT hardware and software components.
* Familiarity with deploying commercial IT offerings and developing creative solutions.
* Experience working within a team and supporting multiple systems at the same time.
* Excellent knowledge of Windows operating system: configuration, installation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
* Experience installing, configuring and operating network services such as DNS, DHCP, NIS, NFS, SSH, SAMBA, AD.
* Conduct network, system, and application vulnerability scanning, configuration assessment, and remediation.
* Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
* 5+ years of experience with supporting information technology and Bachelor's Degree (additional years of experience can be considered in place of degree)
* DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II, at a minimum Security+ certification (candidate will need to obtain within 6 months if they currently do not possess this certification)
Desired Certifications:
* Networking certification: CCNA or equivalent
* Avixa CTS Certification
* Cisco Collaboration Certifications
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