CTI, a Parsons Company is a high-tech software, systems engineering, and operational support corporation dedicated to providing cutting-edge engineering, and system development and support. We provide operationally-focused technology solutions for military and security applications. A veteran-owned company, CTI is committed to developing the next generation of advanced technologies in a friendly, product, and customer-focused environment. CTI specializes in developing software solutions that enable the collection, aggregation, transport, and visualization of highly complex data sets in a meaningful context to the warfighter.
Chesapeake Technologies International (CTI) is looking for a Tactical Communications Subject Matter Expert (SME) with advance knowledge of Tactical Assault Kit Servers (TAK Server). This position is in direct support of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agency’s TAK network. As a Tactical Communicator for this contract, you will be a member of a 5-person team spread across 3-separate shifts. These team members will be responsible for remote technical assistance to ICE’s TAK infrastructure and day-to-day maintenance of the TAK ecosystem. Additionally, you will be responsible for providing Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET), Tactical Data Link (TDL), Tactical Radio, Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) and federating TAK networks with other federal agencies. This role will require SME support for managing the Agency’s TAK Server’s remotely. As a member of the team, you will ensure the customer has persistent technical assistance 24/7.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:- Design, deploy, and maintain the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency’s cloud TAK Server environments.
- Assist with planning and execution of network and server environment upgrades and expansions.
- Collaborate with the Agency’s engineering and technical staff to ensure seamless integration of hardware, software, and firmware across an array of network solutions.
- Responsible for installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, software, and related capabilities.
- Configure and manage operating systems (Windows and Linux), applications (commercial and government), networks (IPs, subnets, etc.), and network hardware.
- Configure and manage distributed authentication services.
- Ensure system hardware, operating systems, software systems and related procedures adhere to government policies.
- Assist the government in creating and maintaining network security policies, standards, and monitoring capabilities.
- Implement and maintain backup operations, disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Manage cloud-based services such as DNS, digital certificates, storage solutions including SAN and NAS, IP based video, phone services and camera services, and network connected end user workstations.
- Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades and resource optimization, as required.
- Support and manage other TAK related services as needed.
Requirements
Location: This position is remote. However, occasional travel will be required to support business needs, including client engagements, team collaboration, training sessions, or field operations. Travel frequency will vary based on project demands and organizational priorities
Necessary Skills and Experience- Minimum of 4 years of experience managing Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) Server capabilities within enterprise network environments.
- At least 4 years of hands-on experience administering Linux servers in hybrid cloud/on-premises infrastructures
- Relevant certifications required, including CompTIA Security+ (Sec+), Microsoft Windows or Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Administrator, AWS Cloud Administrator or equivalent cloud platform certification.
- Proven expertise in hardware administration, including installation, implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Must have an active U.S. government Secret security clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related field.
- Demonstrated technical curiosity, a security-first mindset, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving
- Prior experience migrating from on-prem to cloud environments
CTI is a rapidly growing company offering the following:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- H.S.A. (partially funded by CTI) and Flex Spending
- Company-paid life insurance/AD&D and disability insurance
- Optional supplemental life, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurances
- Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
- 401k plan with Safe Harbor contribution
- Tuition reimbursement/professional training options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Assistance
- Financial Planning Assistance
- Voluntary Pre-Paid Legal
- Flexible schedules with telecommuting options
- Service awards program
CTI is an Equal Opportunity employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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