Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY
The Systems Engineer provides planning, design, architecture and support for the IWSL's infrastructure network. This includes support of currently implemented technologies; LAN, WAN, IDS, IPS, etc. and new network equipment for new requirements. The Systems Engineer evaluates products and provides recommendations on their suitability for the IWSL's network environment. The Systems Engineer must be self-motivated and able to work independently. The Systems Engineer will support Information Assurance (IA) projects involving all phases of information assurance related to network operations. The position is not covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA) Davis Bacon Act (DBA), or union.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Engineering
Planning, design, architecture and support for the IWSL's infrastructure network.
Evaluate products and provide recommendations.
Planning, design, and implementation of various IA strategies and technologies to include encryptors, perimeter and host-based firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), intrusion detection systems, vulnerability assessment, and data analysis tools

Configuration Management (CM)
Maintain documentation related to all internal and external CM processes
Provide documentation for all network related installations and activations
Maintain maintenance posture for all equipment and software in support of network operations

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• The Systems Engineer shall have 3 years experience in managing and directing the work of others in the completion of assigned work.
  
• The Systems Engineer shall have experience with the installation, and operations of personal computers and associated peripherals.
  
• The Systems Engineer shall have experience with Ethernet, Fast Ethernet in addition to the following protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBIOS, NetBEUI, SNMP and DECNET.
  
• Must have or be able to attain a DOD security clearance.
  

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• The Systems Engineer shall demonstrate capability in supervising others, including strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly communicated problems and project status.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use fabrication tools; stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates, supervises, and/or manages support personnel.

Additional Qualifying Factors:
As a condition of employment, candidates for posted positions must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results. Applicants selected for this position may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Tatitlek will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances. May require occasional travel.

Native preference applies pursuant to PL93-638; EOE & AA.