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Your Impact:

THIS POSITION HAS A $10k SIGN-ON BONUS

Description of Duties:

The Senior Engineer Specialist/Lab Manager supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

• Provide management of a laboratory that supports Modeling and Simulation Digital Development Analysis.
• Provide Tier II IT Operations and Maintenance support:
• Specialize in the administration and operations of Linux and Microsoft environments
• Perform cybersecurity compliance, operational sustainment, and other general IT tasks as required to ensure continuous performance and ATO
• Manage system configuration and operation of servers
• Manage, configure, maintain client based computer systems
• Perform system monitoring, scanning, and response activities
• Perform administration operations and maintenance activities of hardware and software
• Perform root cause analysis to troubleshoot system errors and client system issues
• Perform and maintain DoD Information System Vulnerability Management (IAVM) compliance with routine patching for updates released by vendors
• Manage, update, and maintain configuration management of all configuration changes to systems, patches and anti-virus software updates
• Perform system analysis for virtual service health status to include resource utilization and performance requirements to ensure optimal performance of systems
• Perform routine scans and anti-virus software updates on all systems
• Perform system automation activities with utilizing scripting tools/languages
• Provide System Administration support for IT related meetings and configuration change board reviews
• Provide customer support for mission test events that could require travel to and support from remote locations
• Provide COMSEC support as required

The successful candidate will:

• Have a deep problem-solving background with accompanying troubleshooting skills
• Be able to work independently as well as collectively within a team
• Be able to apply critical thinking techniques
• Be able to effectively communicate with customers and other team members, both orally and in writing
• Be able to quickly adapt to new situations and a willingness to learn new technologies

This position will be filled at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

This position is expected to pay $179,100 - $189,100 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate will be assigned as an employee for Jacobs or one of our teammate companies.

Jacobs health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

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Here’s What You’ll Need:

Basic Requirements:

Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: HS Diploma (or GED) and 16 years of general experience; Associate’s degree and 14 years of general experience; Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of general experience; Master’s degree and 10 years of general experience

• Must have 9 years directly related experience
• Must have 3 years of experience working in a management or leadership roles
• Must have a current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+ CE Certification)
• Must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired Requirements:

• Be proficient in Microsoft Windows and Linux Systems Administration
• Have experience with virtualization solutions
• Be proficient in Windows Systems Administration
• Have Windows client and server certifications
• Be proficient in Linux Systems Administration
• Have a current RedHat certification
• Have experience with virtualization solutions
• Have Cisco Networking experience
• Have experience with automation solutions, systems provisioning and management solutions
• Have experience with scripting or software development
• Have experience with Operating System hardening (DISA STIGs, etc.)

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.