CrossWorks Lead Engineer

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Nisga’a CIOPS delivers cleared professionals to support civilian and DoD customers worldwide across intelligence support, cyber/defensive cyber operations, IT O&M, infrastructure modernization, training, and logistics.

Summary:

The Lead Engineer will provide engineering oversite for the SRV6 operation of the PACAF BlackCore network.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop comprehensive documentation of SRV6 configurations, policies, procedures, and conduct informal training for PACAF personnel.
• Provide ongoing support for the maintenance and expansion of the BlackCore network.
• Act as a technical expert in troubleshooting and incident management during network service interruptions.
• Continuously monitor SRV6 performance, adjusting configurations for bandwidth management, application-aware routing, and failover mechanisms.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for SRV6 environments, addressing connectivity, performance, and security issues, ensuring minimal downtime for mission-critical operations.
• Assist the Government in the creation, consultation, revision, finalization, submission of the deliverables for RMF to include but not limited to the following:
  • System Security Plan
  • Ports Protocol Services Matrix (enclave)
  • Artifacts for control validation (STIG results, Policies, Scans, Charters, etc., unit provided)
  • Plan of Actions and Milestones (POAMs) System Topology
• Collect and develop A&A artifacts in accordance with AO Office

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of various WAN technologies.
• Familiarity with DoD security standards, ATO processes, and compliance.
• Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of different WAN technologies for optimal selection and application.
• Expert level proficiency with networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and SRV6.
• Ability to manage the entire network implementation process.
• Overseeing hardware and software upgrades, installation, and maintenance.
• Ability to Optimize network efficiency and ensure high application performance.
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles and cybersecurity protocols.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose complex network problems and providing effective solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud networking solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Ability to oversee and produce accurate and comprehensive network design and documentation.
• In-depth experience collecting and developing A&A artifacts.
• Ability to provide recommendations for mitigations & follow-on actions to include POAMs.
• Experience with email, and other communication platforms to include but not limited to: MS Teams group chats, MS SharePoint site, and VoIP Phones.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Ability to brief technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products and SharePoint collaborative tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance required.
• DoD 8140, the DoD Cyber Workforce Manual Anyone (1) of the following:
  • Advanced - CISM or CISSO or CPTE or CySA+ or FITSP-A or GCSA or CISA or CISSP or CISSP-ISSEP or GSLC or GSNA
• Or DoD 8570.1-M certified at Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 3 – Anyone (1) of the following:
  • CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Continuing Education (CASP+ CE)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or Associate – this means the individual has qualified for the certification except for the number of years’ experience)
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Maintain relevant expert level industry certification (Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP), Juniper Certified Networks Expert (JNCIP).
• Minimum 2+ years of experience focused on Cisco SRV6 solutions.
• Familiarity with DoD security standards, ATO processes, and compliance.
• Understand the AF Cyber architecture and PACAF MOBs and GSUs roles.
• Experience briefing senior leaders and large audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training is highly preferred prior to starting; however, must have the ability to obtain within 3 days of starting and maintain certificates of completion for the following training:
  • Level 1 Anti-Terrorist Training - within the past year
  • Level A Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Training - within the past 1-2 years
  • USFK Training
  • DoD Cyber Awareness Challenge - within the past year
  • Operations Security (OPSEC) Awareness - within the past year
  • Derivative Classification IF103.16 - within the past year
  • Force Protection - within the past year

Pay and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $230,000 to $250,000

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.