Senior Information Systems Architect

National Guard Employment Network$120K — $145K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in network configuration and SATCOM systems
  • Expertise in Joint Integrated SATCOM Tool usage
  • Hands-on experience with routers, switches, and microwave systems
  • Deep understanding of satellite communication protocols like FDMA and TDMA
  • Proficient in engineering change management and commercialization
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Possession of Top Secret Clearance, with Secret acceptable based on mission needs

Responsibilities

  • Support planning and optimizing wide-area communications networks and enterprise architectures
  • Provide expert-level technical support for various SATCOM networks
  • Configure and monitor networks, resolving incidents in baseband, IF, and RF layers
  • Utilize Joint Integrated SATCOM Tool for Satellite Access coordination
  • Maintain network and transmission systems including routers and fiber systems
  • Support commercialization of communication systems with COTS equipment
  • Develop engineering diagrams detailing system and operational views

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & AD&D Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time, Contract

Description

This position is contingent upon successful contract award.

Prevailance is seeking a highly experienced Senior Information Systems Architect to support the planning, engineering, implementation, and modernization of wide-area communications and satellite-based network systems. This role requires deep expertise in Satellite Communications (SATCOM) architecture, RF/IF communications, commercial and tactical communications integration, and system-level engineering. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience configuring and troubleshooting multi-layer communications networks, activating and monitoring terminals, and producing detailed engineering documentation to support operational and commercial transition requirements.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
  • Support planning, design, implementation, and optimization of wide-area communications networks and enterprise architecture solutions
  • Provide expert-level technical support for FDMA, TDMA, UHF TACSAT, GBS, and a broad range of SATCOM networks
  • Configure networks, activate and monitor remote terminals, and resolve SATCOM-related incidents involving baseband, IF, and RF layers
  • Employ the Joint Integrated SATCOM Tool to submit, track, and analyze Satellite Access Requests and Gateway Access coordination
  • Monitor and maintain a variety of network and transmission systems, including routers, servers, switches, microwave, and fiber-based systems
  • Support engineering and commercialization efforts for deployed communication systems using COTS equipment and multi-technology network components
  • Develop detailed engineering diagrams that capture system-level and operational-level views
  • Execute robust engineering change management and ensure system documentation remains accurate and current
  • Provide technical expertise to ensure communications systems are properly integrated, reliable, and aligned with operational requirements


Requirements

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in network configuration, system monitoring, SATCOM terminal activation, and RF/IF communications troubleshooting
  • Experience employing and analyzing Satellite Access and Gateway Access through the Joint Integrated SATCOM Tool (JIST)
  • Hands-on experience with routers, switches, servers, microwave transmission, and fiber-based communications systems

Desired Qualifications:
  • Senior-level experience supporting complex SATCOM and network engineering environments
  • Deep understanding of FDMA, TDMA, UHF TACSAT, GBS, and related satellite communications systems
  • Skilled in multi-layer troubleshooting and resolving communications incidents
  • Capable of producing detailed system and operational diagrams
  • Experienced in engineering change management and supporting commercialization of deployed systems
  • Proficient in the Joint Integrated SATCOM Tool for satellite and gateway access coordination

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)
  • DoD IAT Level II or Security+ certification

Clearance:
  • Possesses Top Secret Clearance ( SCI preferred )
  • Secret may be acceptable depending on mission needs

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:
  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program

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