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We are looking for a Subject Matter Expert - Intermediate to join our team in support of a DoD customer in Alexandria, VA. The SME will serve as a technical expert on executive-level project teams providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives. The individual in this role will provide support, analysis and research into exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to the subject matter, with expertise in a particular area of Information Technology (e.g., Information Systems Architecture, Telecommunications Systems Design, Architecture, Implementation, Information Systems Integration, Software Development Methodologies, Security Engineering, Communications and Network Systems Management).

Responsibilities Include:

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• Evaluate new and emerging technologies through market research and prototyping to support customers business objectives.
  
• Assess performance of existing network/ systems and proposed changes, including post-deployment analysis to ensure systems meet design specifications and operational expectations.
  
• Develop Performance Management Plans (PMPs) and produce Performance Analysis Reports (PARs) documenting benchmarking methodologies, test conditions, procedures, and results.
  
• Provide actionable recommendations to resolve performance issues, enhance system capabilities, and proactively identify risks within production network equipment.
  
• Lead requirements development efforts by gathering, documenting, reviewing, consolidating, and refining functional and technical requirements in coordination with stakeholders.
  
• Facilitate and lead requirements review sessions and meetings to define networking requirements for assigned projects, including analysis of collected data.
  
• Develop and maintain Requirement Traceability Matrices (RTMs) to ensure alignment of requirements throughout the design, build, and test phases of the delivery lifecycle.
  
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend new and emerging technologies for systems and equipment in compliance with standards, policies, and guidelines.
  
• Plan, conduct, and document laboratory assessments of hardware and software supporting classified and unclassified services to ensure interoperability and connectivity among stakeholders.
  
• Provide input to the development of Technology Assessment Plans (TAPs)-including scope, objectives, configurations, technical approach, schedules, roles, and independent cost estimates-and produce After Action Reports (AARs) documenting methodologies, results, and recommendations.
  
• Support technology refresh and upgrade initiatives by identifying emerging network capabilities, establishing product evaluation and selection criteria, and developing system evaluation methods and procedures.
  
• Produce formal recommendations and executive briefings outlining findings, strategy, and capability roadmaps, while coordinating overall technology planning and tracking implementation activities.
  
• Analyze industry and Government data on technology changes impacting the DISN and commercial telecommunications sector and provide preliminary design and implementation guidance to support strategic planning and decision-making. Areas include wireless technologies, IPv6 transition (NIPRNet/SIPRNet), NetOps and cyber defense (JTF-GNO), VoIP/DSN, VTC and streaming video, core system refreshes, and emerging standards aligned with DoD mandates.
  
• Provide SME engineering services to design, configure, test, implement, and sustain STIG-compliant network and security architectures, including NAC (802.1x), reverse proxy and load balancing, web filtering, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, VPN, wireless/IDS, VDI support, VoIP/VTC/streaming, Check Point firewalls and MDM, NMS tool suites, MPLS architecture, SATCOM support, and DR/COOP planning; perform Tier IV troubleshooting and produce required technical documentation (ECRs, ITRs, NSOs, AARs, test plans/reports, and as-built diagrams).
  
• Provide Cloud-certified SME engineering support for on-premises to Cloud migrations, coordinating with CSPs (e.g., Azure, AWS, Oracle, Google Cloud, MilCloud2) and facilitating integration with Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) BCAP in multi-cloud environments.
  
• Develop and maintain Cloud migration documentation to ensure accurate knowledge management and configuration records.
  
• Engineer, implement, and sustain the Enterprise F5 Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs) supporting DoD DMZ, data center, and Cloud-hosted applications, including Tier 3 support and configuration of GTM (DNS), LTM, and APM modules in compliance with DISA STIGs and industry best practices.
  
• Implement F5 break-and-inspect capabilities to meet DISA Cloud security requirements and coordinate with CSPs and developers to establish Layer 7 health monitoring.
  
• Thinks independently and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications skills.
  
• Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines.
  
• Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role.
  
• Develops technical solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Work is performed without appreciable direction.
  
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.
  

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

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  • 10 years of experience in a relevant field, (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems/Technology).
    
  
  
  
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  • DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification:
    
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    • Category IAT Level III (CCNP Security, CASP+ CE, CISSP, CISA, GCED, GCIH).
      
    
    
    
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    • Cisco Certified Network Professional-Enterprise (CCNP-E) is required.
      
    • Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) is required in addition to the Cisco certification.
      
    
    
    
  
  
  
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  • This position requires a SECRET with a Tier 5 investigation.
    
  
  
  

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• Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
  
• AWS Cloud Practitioner
  
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
  
• Comp TIA Cloud+
  
• Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert -Enterprise Infrastructure (CCIE-EI).
  

Compensation: $120,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located near Mosaic District in Vienna, VA, has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join our team on a full-time basis.

Overview

Qualifications

·   Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent

·     One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed attorney at a U.S. law firm or in-house

·      Registration to practice before the USPTO

·      Strong technical writing and analytical skills

·      Ability to work well in a team environment

Responsibilities

·      Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies

·      Collaboration with clients and other professionals

·      Conducting case discussions with clients

·      Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Benefits

·      Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·      Positive and collaborative team environment

·      Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states

·      Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

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Terms of Employment

• Full-Time, Permanent
• This position requires an Active TS/SCI.
• This position is onsite at Arlington, VA

Overview & Responsibilities

Join our client as a Senior Systems Architect & Integration Engineer supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force at the heart of national security. In this long-term role, you won't just maintain systems – you will bridge the gap between complex Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data and the warfighter. You will design, integrate, and secure the next generation of targeting and collection management solutions using modern DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures.

You will...

• Lead the high-level solution architecture for complex ISR and Targeting systems, ensuring they are scalable, resilient, and aligned with Air Force mission objectives.
• Design and implement robust, secure API-based integrations to connect disparate DoD data sources, ensuring seamless interoperability across the enterprise.
• Architect and manage diverse data environments, utilizing both RDBMS and Polyglot (NoSQL) database solutions to handle high-velocity mission data.
• Oversee the deployment and orchestration of containerized applications using Kubernetes, ensuring a secure and automated CI/CD pipeline from development to production.
• Proactively identify and remediate vulnerabilities using tools like Fortify; ensure all solutions meet rigorous DoD cybersecurity standards and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.
• Apply Design Thinking and agile methodologies to lead technical workstreams, translate mission requirements into engineering specifications, and mentor junior staff.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI/ML (including Gemini and LLMs) to automate collection management and enhance decision-making for ISR analysts.

Required Qualifications

• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
• 10+ years of post-degree, paid professional engineering experience (excluding internships).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or Chemistry.
• Expertise in Object-Oriented Design (OOD) and System Integration.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and DevSecOps workflows.
• Deep knowledge of SQL and at least one NoSQL database platform (i.e. MongoDB Enterprise, Couchbase Server, MarkLogic, Apache Cassandra / DataStax, Apache HBase, ScyllaDB, Redis, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Neptune, Neo4j, Elasticsearch (ELK Stack), ArangoDB).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for technical reporting and briefings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the US Armed Forces (any rank/branch).
• Specific domain knowledge in ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), Targeting, or Collection Management.
• Familiarity with Cyber Scan tools like Fortify.

We are looking for a Cloud Computing Specialist (CCS) to join our team in support of a DoD customer in Alexandria, VA. The CCS will serve as an Information Assurance and Cloud Computing SME with regards to Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and a broad coverage of the application of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards and guidance as outlined in the NIST Special Publication(s) (SP) 800-53 and 800-37 (current versions).

Responsibilities Include:

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• Provide full lifecycle Information Assurance (IA) support for systems maintaining current Authority to Operate (ATO) under RMF via eMASS.
  
• Update, maintain, and validate RMF artifacts, IA documentation, scorecards, and accreditation packages.
  
• Develop, manage, and execute POA&M, MOUs/MOAs, risk acceptance documentation, and other compliance artifacts.
  
• Ensure continuous compliance with DoD/DLA RMF requirements supporting ATO and Authority to Connect (ATC).
  
• Support RMF Assessment & Authorization (A&A) processes and validate eMASS inputs.
  
• Conduct annual risk assessments and IA control validations.
  
• Review engineering projects and change requests to ensure implementation of required IA controls and policies.
  
• Support connection approval processes and manage required documentation.
  
• Identify security risks and enhancements; develop and track mitigation strategies.
  
• Evaluate and recommend security components and configurations (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS).
  
• Provide IA input to Technical Review Boards (TRB) and Change Control Boards (CCB).
  
• Support DLA CERT, network engineering, and NTS teams on IA compliance and security event response.
  
• Maintain situational awareness of USCYBERCOM alerts/advisories and assess operational impact.
  
• Analyze proposed IT acquisitions for IA, interoperability, architecture, and standards compliance; identify required security configuration guidance.
  
• Support DISN sub-network accreditation to achieve/maintain full ATO and ATC.
  
• Plan and execute IA requirements for technology migrations affecting accredited systems.
  
• Implement and maintain information protection guidance for controlled unclassified and classified information in accordance with DoD/DLA policy.
  

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

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  • Five (5) years of relevant C&A experience; Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST C&A experience
    
  • DOD IA experience.
    
  
  
  
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  • Cloud Computing Security Certification
    
  • Certification meeting DOD 8570.01 IAM III (CISSP, CISM, etc.)
    
  
  
  
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  • Experience in assessing IA Controls and conducting C&A reviews for large, complex Information systems.
    
  • Ability to work independently with substantial cloud computing security knowledge.
    
  • Must have the essential skillsets to identify, manage and resolve cloud computing security risk and implement "best practices" as applied within a cloud environment (across all of the different deployment and service models, and derivatives).
    
  • Must be well versed in FedRAMP assessment methodology of security and privacy controls deployed in cloud information systems to include six (6) domain areas. The six domains include: Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements, Cloud Data Security, Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security, Cloud Application Security, Operations, Legal & Compliance.
    
  
  
  
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  • This position requires a SECRET with a Tier 3 investigation.
    
  
  
  

Compensation: $100,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

AGE Solutions is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Specialist who specializes in Local Area Networks (LAN) design and engineering. Candidate must have experience directing technical work and leading the team for on-site installations.

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• Responsible for directing technical work on projects.
  
• Performs a variety of analyses and prepares appropriate documentation.
  
• Prepares and makes briefings and presentations.
  
• Leads team in on-site management of installations.
  
• Works independently and installs, operates, maintains, configures, troubleshoots, and repairs IT systems devices, circuits, cables, components, software, and end-user devices, components, software, and connectivity.
  
• Assists in the development and management of project plans. This includes the review of task performance and work products for correctness, for adherence to design concepts and user requirements, and for progress in accordance with schedules.
  
• Coordinate with Infrastructure Engineering team to review technical drawings, validate cable plans and coordinate cable and or power infrastructure specifics as it relates to installation of LAN hardware.
  
• Coordinates with the Vendor PM, COTRs, and government user representatives to ensure accurate solutions and user satisfaction on technical matters.
  

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  • Must have 8 years of telecommunications experience
    
  • Must have at least 7 years of local area network (LAN) experience.
    
  
  
  
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  • Must have and maintain a compliant DoD 8570 IAT or IAM Level II Certification, such as Security+CE.
    
  • Must have and maintain a valid Computing Environment certification, such as CCNP or CCNP-E.
    
  
  
  
• Citizenship and Clearance:
  
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  • US Citizenship is required
    
  • DoD Top Secret Clearance.
    
  
  
  
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  • High School Diploma.
    
  
  
  
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  • This is a remote role within the United States requiring approximately 50% travel, both CONUS and OCONUS. Candidates must have a valid US Passport, or the ability to obtain one quickly.
    
  
  
  

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• Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) certification.
  

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

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• Must be able to lift 30-50lbs over your head.
  
• Must be able to bend and move around equipment racks.
  
• Must have a valid driver's license.
  

Compensation: $100,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Pyramid Systems is looking for a Infotmation Security Officer who is passionate about bringing top secerity to Federal clients .

Key Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in the ISSO field, focusing on supporting the security activities associated with evaluating, implementing, managing security practices, and continued operations of new and existing technologies
• Understanding of CI/CD pipeline and enterprise DevSecOps implementation is preferred
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Architecture
• Experience with Continuous Monitoring and reporting monthly status reports
• Experience analyzing and reporting cyber security vulnerability scans
• Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning experience a bonus

• Communicate regularly with DHS customers and internal engineering teams to lead required RMF process/steps to assess and authorize a system obtaining and maintaining a full ATO (Authority to operate).
• Perform monthly continuous monitoring reporting to include analysis of scans, logs, accounts, etc.
• Assist the customer with authorizing assessment and authorization (A&A) documentation.
• Support writing and reviewing of Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation packages to support risk assessments.
• Design and execute the security testing plan of all requirements and analysis required to complete a RMF package document for submittal and approval.
• Knowledge of web, databases, containers, and application security scanning and reporting for RMF processes, procedures, and governance.
• Knowledge of Cybersecurity, Network, Systems, and Software Engineering best practices
• Experience with CSAM, STIGs, and SRGs.
• Be proficient with vulnerability scanning tools and frameworks to evaluate the security posture of a system.
• Assist the customer in preparing training and table top exercises for contingency planning, incident response and disaster recovery.
• Have technical understanding of cloud technologies (i.e., AWS, microservices, zero trust, data streaming, data pipelines, containers, etc.) and their implementation within the customer's network environments.
• Shall complete ISSO USCIS provided training as required

• 5+ years of experience in the ISSO field, focusing on supporting the security activities associated with evaluating, implementing, managing security practices, and continued operations of new and existing technologies
• Experience with requirements analysis, architect, design, and documentation development of cybersecurity and information security solutions
• Experience leading RMF for IATT/ATO activities involving custom on-prem and cloud solutions is a bonus.
• Experience performing vulnerability risk analysis on the deficiencies found during RMF control testing.
• Experience with cybersecurity tools and scanners used to evaluate the security posture of the system/enclave (preferred tool experience: Palo Alto Prisma Cloud, BurpSuite, Checkmarx, NexusIQ, SonarQube)
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Splunk
• Expertise in Agile and DevSecOps approaches
• Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning experience a bonus
• MUST BE US CITIZEN and OBTAIN A PUBLIC TRUST

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related filed required

Pyramid Systems is seeking an Cloud Logging Engineer (Splunk & AWS) who is responsible for ensuring the availability, performance, and security.

• Advise on cost efficiency for future usage and cost optimization for current infrastructure.
• Automate the management and enforcement of policies.
• Create and maintain documentation related to architecture and operational processes for CLS (Centralized Logging Solution).
• Develop a set of best practices and architecture patterns.
• Help maintain regulatory compliance of the CLS (Centralized Logging Solution) infrastructure.
• Help monitor and maintain CLS performance, availability, and capacity.
• Help maintain application container images.
• Offer solutions for ingestion of logs to Splunk via cloud native solutions.
• Maintain all infrastructure as code.
• Provide operations monitoring of CLS platform to enable proactive issue identification, response, and resolution.
• Recommend and execute improvements to the existing CLS architecture and design with growth and scalability in mind to optimize performance, stability, reliability, and agility.
• Responsible for reporting on current infrastructure status, and planning for future usage.
• Responsible for Beats agent deployments and container infrastructure analysis, optimization, and capacity planning.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines for configuration deployments to applications.
• Support large-scale deployments with data feeds from multiple on premise and cloud data centers.
• Upgrade, install, configure monitoring solution for AWS for Windows and Linux servers.
• Utilize automation tool such as Terraform, Ansible, AWS Cloud Formation, Azure Resource Manager, or similar.
• Participate in a rotating on call schedule and weekly off hours maintenance.

• Splunk certification required***
• Candidate background eligibility requirements are United States citizen or be a Permanent Resident and have lived in the United States for at least 3 years, clean criminal background and able to obtain a Public Trust (High-Risk) Position.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline OR AWS/Azure Certification (AWS Professional / Specialty Cert. OR Azure Expert / Advanced Cert.) OR 4 years of relevant experience in one of the VAECOT suite of tools (Science Logic, Dynatrace, Turbot, AppDynamics)

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in leading technical teams to achieve objectives and outcomes.

• Minimum of six (6) years setting up, configuring, and using AWS cloud operational tools to ensure service level agreements and performance targets are met, and continued compliance with policies, standards and guidelines.

• Minimum of three (3) years specific to monitoring Centralized Logging Solution (CLS)/Splunk

• Subject matter expertise with ALL VAEC Cloud Service Providers which currently includes Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

• Experience with programming with Splunk language (SPL) or equivalent (e.g., Python, Powershell, AWS or Azure CLI).

• One or more of these Splunk certifications: Splunk Core Certified Power User, Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin, Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect, Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin, Splunk IT Service Intelligence Certified Admin.

• Knowledge of enterprise logging, with a focus on security event logging.

• Solid understanding of cloud concepts, either using Azure or AWS semantics.

• Experience in one or more of the VAECOT suite of tools, shown below:

VAEC Operational Tools (VAECOT)

Some experience in one or more of the following tools:

Third party tools

* Application Performance Monitoring: Dynatrace, AppDynamics

* Cloud Security: Nessus, NetSkope, Enterprise Security External Change Council, Identity and Assessment Management, Continuous Monitoring as a Service, McAfee, eMASS, Centrify

* Cloud Governance: Turbot

* DevOps/Configuration Management/Help Desk: Ansible, Service Desk, ScienceLogic, ServiceNow, SPLUNK, Jira ServiceDesk, Cloudockit, GitHub

* Containerization: Red Hat OpenShift

* Migration: CloudKey, Version One

* Reporting: Apptio

Cloud Service Provider (CSP) Operational Tools Tools/Services

* AWS Security: System Manager (Explorer and OpsCenter), CloudWatch, Config, CloudTrail, Elasticsearch (Kinesis DataStreams), GuardDuty, Inspector, Key Management Service (KMS), Security Hub, Directory Service, Identity and Access Management, Resource Access Manager, Cognito, Secrets Manager, Certificate Manager, Artifact

* Aws Monitoring and Logging: QuickSight, Eventbridge (AWS Kinesis DataStreams), Simple Notification Service (SMS), Elasticsearch (AWS Kinesis DataStreams), CloudTrail, CloudWatch

* Aws Networking: Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Route S3, API Gateway, Direct Connect, AppStream 2.0, Transit Gateway, Elastic Loadbalancer, Firewall Manager, WAF & Shield

* AWS Storage: Cloud Tiering Services to S3 from On-Prem, Simple Storage Services (S3), S3 Glacier, Storage Gateway, Elastic File System (EFS), Backup

* Azure Security: Monitor (Log Analytics and ASC), Event Hubs, Security Center (ASC), Information Protection (AIP) , Key Vault, PowerBI, Network Watcher (Performance Monitor), Monitor (Log Analytics and ASC)

* Azure Monitoring and Logging: Information Protection (AIP), Advance Threat Protection, Security Center (ASC), Information Protection (AIP), Key Vault, Active Directory, Role Based Access Control (RBAC), Resource Manager (ARM), Resource Graph (ARG), Active Directory B2C, Key Vault, App Service, Service Trust Portal

* Azure Networking: Virtual Network, Traffic Manager, DNS, Application Gateway, Express Route, Web Apps, FrontDoor, VPN Gateway, Loadbalancer, Firewall

* Azure Storage: NetApp File Service, Storage (Blobs, Disks, Files, Queues, Tables), Storage Archive Access Tier, StorSimple, Files, Backup

We are looking for an Enterprise Architect to join our team in support of a DoD customer in Alexandria, VA. The EA will provide high-level architectural expertise to managers and technical staff; develop architectural products and deliverables for the enterprise and operational business lines; Advise on selection of technological purchases with regards to processing, data storage, data access, networks, systems, and applications development; Advise of feasibility of potential future projects to management.

Responsibilities Include:

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• Provide actionable recommendations to resolve performance issues, enhance system capabilities, and proactively identify risks within production network equipment.
  
• Lead requirements development efforts by gathering, documenting, reviewing, consolidating, and refining functional and technical requirements in coordination with stakeholders.
  
• Facilitate and lead requirements review sessions and meetings to define networking requirements for assigned projects, including analysis of collected data.
  
• Provide input to the development of Technology Assessment Plans (TAPs)-including scope, objectives, configurations, technical approach, schedules, roles, and independent cost estimates-and produce After Action Reports (AARs) documenting methodologies, results, and recommendations.
  
• Produce formal recommendations and executive briefings outlining findings, strategy, and capability roadmaps, while coordinating overall technology planning and tracking implementation activities.
  
• Analyze industry and Government data on technology changes impacting the DISN and commercial telecommunications sector and provide preliminary design and implementation guidance to support strategic planning and decision-making. Areas include wireless technologies, IPv6 transition (NIPRNet/SIPRNet), NetOps and cyber defense (JTF-GNO), VoIP/DSN, VTC and streaming video, core system refreshes, and emerging standards aligned with DoD mandates.
  
• Provide SME engineering services to design, configure, test, implement, and sustain STIG-compliant network and security architectures, including NAC (802.1x), reverse proxy and load balancing, web filtering, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, VPN, wireless/IDS, VDI support, VoIP/VTC/streaming, Check Point firewalls and MDM, NMS tool suites, MPLS architecture, SATCOM support, and DR/COOP planning; perform Tier IV troubleshooting and produce required technical documentation (ECRs, ITRs, NSOs, AARs, test plans/reports, and as-built diagrams).
  
• Provide Cloud-certified SME engineering support for on-premises to Cloud migrations, coordinating with CSPs (e.g., Azure, AWS, Oracle, Google Cloud, MilCloud2) and facilitating integration with Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) BCAP in multi-cloud environments.
  
• Develop and maintain Cloud migration documentation to ensure accurate knowledge management and configuration records.
  
• Engineer, implement, and sustain the Enterprise F5 Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs) supporting DoD DMZ, data center, and Cloud-hosted applications, including Tier 3 support and configuration of GTM (DNS), LTM, and APM modules in compliance with DISA STIGs and industry best practices.
  
• Implement F5 break-and-inspect capabilities to meet DISA Cloud security requirements and coordinate with CSPs and developers to establish Layer 7 health monitoring.
  
• Provide subject matter expertise to operations needed to perform root cause analysis and analysis regarding the effectiveness of the network solutions currently under consideration.
  
• Provide consultation through one-on-one interaction with team members to provide information, insight, and advice, customized for the unique and changing needs of business, including opportunities in growing information technology business. This consulting shall also include briefings to personnel on industry trends.
  
• Addressing ongoing questions about published service deliverables, identifying partnerships and industry networking opportunities, and interpreting forecasts and research to inform the government's business decisions.
  

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

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• Minimum Requirement:
  
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  • Eight years of relevant experience
    
  
  
  
• Certification Requirements:
  
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  • DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level III (CCNP Security, CASP+ CE, CISSP, CISA, GCED, GCIH)
    
  • Computing Environment Certifications:
    
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    • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure and experience with Firewalls is also required.
      
    • Preferred additional certifications: Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or higher-level certification, Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
      
    
    
    
  
  
  
• Clearance Requirement:
  
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  • This position requires a SECRET with a Tier 5 investigation
    
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or higher-level certification, Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
  

Compensation: $150,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.