Job Description
Tensley Consulting is seeking a Level 3 Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support mission-critical IT systems by translating Government requirements into technical solutions across system configuration, deployment, and sustainment activities. The SME provides advanced technical expertise across enterprise IT environments including networking, communications, security, and system architecture. This role works closely with government stakeholders, engineers, and operational teams to analyze system performance, identify emerging technologies, and implement solutions that improve mission operations in complex and high-risk environments. The SME supports end-to-end system lifecycle activities including configuration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and documentation of operational IT systems. This position includes CONUS and OCONUS travel.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university is required in addition to six (6) years' experience in collection, processing and distribution technology. Ten (10) years' experience in collection, processing and distribution technology can be substituted for a bachelor's degree and six (6) years' experience.
Certification
Sec+ or CCNA
AND CISSP
Salary: $180,000 - $190,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position, but is not guaranteed. Salary is based on experience, location and contractual requirements which could fall outside of the range listed.
Required Skills
Six (6) years of demonstrated experience in specialized technical domains, including:
Network monitoring and performance management tools such as Cisco Prime, WhatsUpGold, HPNA, NetCollector, or NetPlanner
Specialized technical areas related to networking, security, or enterprise IT systems
Experience translating Government technical requirements into project plans and technical solutions
Experience supporting enterprise IT systems architecture, networking, telecommunications, or software systems
Experience supporting system lifecycle activities including configuration, deployment, testing, and sustainment
Experience analyzing system performance and recommending system improvements, optimization, or upgrades
Experience identifying technical risks and developing mitigation strategies
Experience troubleshooting complex network or system anomalies
Experience implementing enterprise networking or security solutions
Experience supporting end-to-end configuration, implementation, testing, deployment, and documentation of operational systems
Experience analyzing and documenting emerging threats, technical issues, and operational changes
Ability to brief technical teams, government stakeholders, and leadership
Desired Skills
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environments
Experience configuring and maintaining enterprise Cisco networking platforms
Experience with network monitoring and performance management tools such as Cisco Prime, WhatsUpGold, HPNA, NetCollector, or NetPlanner
Experience supporting network dataflow optimization and latency reduction
Experience customizing network topologies to support operational mission requirements
Experience investigating unauthorized network access or anomalous network activity
