BS in Information Technology or equivalent technical degree, or 8+ years of relevant experience.
6+ years of experience with DoD enterprise or Navy networks; fleet experience preferred.
6+ years of experience troubleshooting networks and operating system issues across multiple systems.
IAT2 certification for IA (Security+ CE or equivalent) required; IAT2 for OS highly desired.
Preferred certifications in Windows Server, CISCO, and VMWare.
Responsibilities
Act as Senior Technical Advisor to Strike Group Staff N6, troubleshooting C4ISR issues and recommending resolutions.
Collaborate with shipboard technicians and officers to ensure end-to-end connectivity for fleet C4ISR requirements.
Document issues and resolutions using INTELSHARE FSET Status Reports and provide reports to Fleet Readiness Directorate.
Provide on-the-job training (OJT) for shipboard and shore technicians, potentially mentoring civilian/government technicians.
Assist shipboard technicians in preparing systems for inspections and System Operation and Verification Testing (SOVT).
Work independently in a high-tempo environment, willing to adapt to flexible schedules including shipboard deployments and overseas travel.
Benefits
Premium pay for underway periods.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Mentorship opportunities with experienced technicians.
Engagement in high-impact projects supporting national defense.
Full Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Systems Engineer 3 (Afloat) to support our Norfolk, Virginia government customer. The position is required to be onsite and hold an active Secret, TS, or TS/SCI clearance.
The Systems Engineer 3 (Afloat) actsas senior technical advisor to Carrier Strike Group/Amphibious Ready Group staff N6. The Engineer supports the ship and staff during installation, testing and problem isolation of C4ISR systems, and support ships while embarked during deployment. The position provides end-to-end technical support for C4ISR, RF, and IT systems; assist CSG/ESG and other staffs with speed-to-capability technology insertions; the role provides feedback to COMNAVWAR/PEO C4I/PEO EIS on system performance, design and logistics issues.
Responsibilities
Act as Senior Technical Advisor to Strike Group Staff N6, provide assist in troubleshooting C4ISR issues and make recommendations concerning issue resolution and system employment and optimization.
Works with shipboard technicians, ship and staff officers, In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA), Regional Maintenance Centers (RMC), installation engineers, Fleet Readiness Directorate staff, and others as required to ensure required end-to-end connectivity to satisfy fleet C4ISR requirements.
Documents issues and resolution of issues using INTELSHARE FSET Status Reports and after action reports. Provides reports to Fleet Readiness Directorate as directed.
Provides OJT on systems for shipboard and shore technicians. May be required to mentor civilian/government technicians.
Assist shipboard technicians in preparation of systems for inspections. Assist with System Operation and Verification Testing (SOVT).
Candidate must be capable of working independently with little or no supervision in a high operations tempo environment, and be willing to work a flexible schedule, including shipboard deployments of 8-12 weeks and overseas travel. Premium pay will be paid for underway periods. Other than normal working hours may be required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
BS in Information Technology (or equivalent technical degree) or 8+ years technical experience in related discipline required.
6+ years of experience with DoD enterprise or Navy networks. Fleet experience highly desired.
6+ years of experience in troubleshooting networks and operating system issues across multiple systems.
Preferred Certifications:
IAT2 certifications required for IA (Security+ CE or equivalent) required. IAT2 for OS highly desired
Windows Server, CISCO and VMWare training/certifications highly desired.
Skills:
Must be able to troubleshoot end-to-end connectivity, for IT and RF communications systems, involving multiple sites and multiple systems.
Must be able to provide OJT to technical personnel
Must be able to read, understand and interpret technical documentation, schematics, SOPs, and other documents relating to the operation and configuration of Navy C4I Systems
Must be able to communicate well both orally and in writing.
Must be able to communicate well with senior Navy officials and technical personnel.
Clearance:
Secret Clearance required. Clearance will depend on location.
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About Vertex Inc
Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
