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Sr. Systems Engineer- Fires

GDIT On-site senior full-time

Salary

$107,744 - $126,500 per year

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Description

Join GDIT as a Sr. Systems Engineer- Fires and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

Responsibilities:

  • Install, configure, test, and maintain AFATDS operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
  • Initialize, configure, and troubleshoot software interfaces.
  • Manage and monitor all installed systems, networks, and infrastructure for optimal performance.
  • Ensure high availability, reliability, and resilience of system and network infrastructure.
  • Monitor and evaluate application performance, identify bottlenecks, propose solutions, and collaborate with developers to implement fixes.
  • Maintain system security, backup procedures, and redundancy strategies.
  • Participate in the design and enhancement of information and operational support systems as required.
  • Prepare weekly and bi-weekly technical and operational reports.
  • Provide over-the-shoulder training and mentorship to artillery operators.
  • Assist Canadian Army Artillery units in planning and executing simulated and live-fire unit/formation-level exercises.
  • Apply advanced knowledge of AFATDS hardware, components, and operational procedures.
  • Assist the Joint Fires Modernization Project Management Office with system acceptance, technical systems testing, management of interdependent systems interfaces of in-service and future systems, and on-site and remote support of field units implementing AFATDS.

Requirements:

  • BA/BS degree.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Active Secret Clearance.
  • CompTIA Security+ CE certification.
  • Valid U.S. Passport with at least 2 years remaining.
  • Prior military experience is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

  • Windows 10 (or later) system administration.
  • Windows Server 2012 (or later) administration.
  • Basic networking fundamentals.
  • VMware vSphere Version 6.5.
  • Expert-level knowledge of AFATDS operations, hardware, and software components.
  • Familiarity with the following systems:
  • Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System (JADOCS)
  • Joint Targeting Integrated Command and Coordination Suite (JTIC2S)
  • Joint Targeting Toolbox (JTT)
  • Joint Targeting Toolbox Capability Package (JTT-CP)
  • Modernized Integrated Database (MIDB)
  • Machine-Assisted Analytic Rapid-Repository System (MARS)
  • Global Command and Control System–Joint (GCCS-J).

Benefits:

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.

Skills

Required

  • Windows 10 system administration
  • Windows Server 2012 administration
  • Basic networking fundamentals
  • VMware vSphere Version 6.5
  • AFATDS operations
  • JADOCS
  • JTIC2S
  • JTT
  • JTT-CP
  • MIDB
  • MARS
  • GCCS-J

Nice to have

  • Prior military experience

Ready to apply?

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