Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Tactical SATCOM

Position: Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) II
Position Type: Full-time Onsite
Position Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Clearance Required: Active Secret

Waypoint's client is seeking a highly experienced Network SME to support the Project Management Office Tactical Networks (PM TN) with the design, planning, installation, integration, and maintenance of backbone core-area tactical and strategic communications networks. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Tactical SATCOM and a deep understanding of military communications networks, including the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) and the Global Information Grid (GIG).

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Integration: Design and integrate backbone tactical and strategic communications networks, supporting both core-area and extended areas of the DISN and GIG.
• Requirement Gathering and Translation: Gather user requirements from Operational Need Statements (ONS) and Capability Production Documents (CPD) and translate them into technical, cost-effective solutions that meet the Army's tactical communication system needs.
• Network Architecture Development: Develop network architectures for interfacing with adjacent, higher, and lower units, as well as allied nations, government agencies, and commercial services.
• Engineering Support: Provide engineering design, development, installation, and maintenance support for tactical networks, including the integration of Data/Voice/Video/Telephony systems in the tactical environment.
• Technical Documentation and Reports: Develop detailed technical documentation, specifications, assessments, and reports. Assist in systems engineering, interoperability, and quality assurance processes.
• Field Support: Provide hands-on technical support at fielding locations, labs, and test sites. Assist with technical field evaluations and system test and evaluation activities.
• Technology Insertion and Testing: Lead technology insertion testing relative to emerging network requirements and capabilities within the PM TN environment.
• Virtualization and Storage Expertise: Possess expertise in VMware, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, Dell, and HP storage and virtualization technologies.
• Cisco Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in Cisco IOS/NXOS, Cisco ISE, Cisco UCS, Cisco ASA, and Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF, RIP, EIGRP). Expertise in MULTICAST, LAN/VLAN design, and VOIP systems including Cisco Call Manager and Redcom Sigma Core.
• Network Protocol Analysis: Experience using tools like Sniffer and Wireshark for protocol analysis.
• Familiarity with Army Systems : Provide support for Army Software Baselines, Architectures, and the development of network configurations and products.
• Field Expertise: Offer on-site technical support at field locations and assist in technology implementation and field testing.

Technical Skills and Requirements:

• Expertise in Tactical SATCOM systems and integration with military networks.
• Knowledge of virtualization and storage technologies from VMware, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, and others.
• Strong background in Cisco Systems, including routing protocols, VOIP, Cisco Call Manager, and Redcom Sigma Core.
• Protocol analysis experience using tools like Wireshark or similar.
• Familiarity with Army Software Baselines, Architectures, and Active Directory.

Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of Cisco Systems, virtualization technologies, and network protocols.
• Experience in providing field support and hands-on technical expertise for military network systems.

*Waypoint Human Capital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.