The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University
Job Description We are searching for a Systems Administrator to join the Reston, VA location of the Digital Engineering Department in the Cyber, Modeling, and Simulation Division of the Information Advantage Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will maintain the integrity of various high-performance computing (HPC) systems including operating systems, physical servers/workstations, and applications; administer, install, and troubleshoot a variety of Cloud tooling and applications, perform systems maintenance tasks such as troubleshooting and performance evaluation as well as back-up and recovery; perform configuration changes to address customer needs; schedule, install, and test system software upgrades; monitor and maintain software licensing. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply You will: Install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and support systems and software with a focus on Linux (Red Hat), Ansible scripting, and GitLab pipelines Develop plans, schedules, and requirements for deployment of systems Create or improve existing scripts and tooling to aid in systems management Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve server, workstation, and audio-visual (A/V) issues and/or respond to outages during normal working hours Resolve service-related issues; determine immediate economic and financial consequences of an incident Test and implement upgrades and patches to installed operating systems, software container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes), and modeling & simulation (M&S) applications Maintain reliability of systems by monitoring, running tests, and troubleshooting Monitor backups and plans for installed systems Monitor, maintain, and execute automation processes and CI/CD pipelines Evaluate and recommend new or existing system improvements and/or solutions Create and maintain system documentation of our processes, procedures, plans, and configurations May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management Required Skills/Experience areas to include: Ability to install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and support systems and software, with a strong focus on Linux (Red Hat), Ansible scripting, and GitLab pipelines Skilled in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving server, workstation, and audio-visual (A/V) issues, including responding to system outages during normal business hours Proficiency in testing and implementing upgrades and patches for operating systems, Kubernetes-based container orchestration platforms, and modeling and simulation (M&S) applications Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required Your working location will be fully onsite, located in Reston , VA.
11/14/2026
Full time
Job Description We are searching for a Systems Administrator to join the Reston, VA location of the Digital Engineering Department in the Cyber, Modeling, and Simulation Division of the Information Advantage Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will maintain the integrity of various high-performance computing (HPC) systems including operating systems, physical servers/workstations, and applications; administer, install, and troubleshoot a variety of Cloud tooling and applications, perform systems maintenance tasks such as troubleshooting and performance evaluation as well as back-up and recovery; perform configuration changes to address customer needs; schedule, install, and test system software upgrades; monitor and maintain software licensing. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply You will: Install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and support systems and software with a focus on Linux (Red Hat), Ansible scripting, and GitLab pipelines Develop plans, schedules, and requirements for deployment of systems Create or improve existing scripts and tooling to aid in systems management Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve server, workstation, and audio-visual (A/V) issues and/or respond to outages during normal working hours Resolve service-related issues; determine immediate economic and financial consequences of an incident Test and implement upgrades and patches to installed operating systems, software container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes), and modeling & simulation (M&S) applications Maintain reliability of systems by monitoring, running tests, and troubleshooting Monitor backups and plans for installed systems Monitor, maintain, and execute automation processes and CI/CD pipelines Evaluate and recommend new or existing system improvements and/or solutions Create and maintain system documentation of our processes, procedures, plans, and configurations May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management Required Skills/Experience areas to include: Ability to install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and support systems and software, with a strong focus on Linux (Red Hat), Ansible scripting, and GitLab pipelines Skilled in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving server, workstation, and audio-visual (A/V) issues, including responding to system outages during normal business hours Proficiency in testing and implementing upgrades and patches for operating systems, Kubernetes-based container orchestration platforms, and modeling and simulation (M&S) applications Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required Your working location will be fully onsite, located in Reston , VA.
Job Description Requisition #: 2 Employment Type: Contract Labor Job Title: CL - Space Force - Network System Engineer Location: US-AZ-Scottsdale Overview: Our client engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Responsibilities: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Qualifications: Our client is currently seeking a Senior Network Design Engineer in our Scottsdale, AZ location. ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a Network Engineering Support for Satellite Ground Systems, you'll be a member of a cross functional team. Responsibilities of this role include requirements analysis, design, documentation, implementation, requirements verification, maintenance, and troubleshooting functions for data communications networks in support of the SDA program. This position requires travel to deployment sites in the US. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Enterprise Network Design/topology High speed network design and implementation Juniper Networks Certified Administrator (JNCIA-Junos, JNCIPis preferred or Cisco CCNA certification , CCNP preferred Proficiency with Juniper SRX-series of firewall devices Maintenance of Network topology that utilize Linux IDM/Windows Servers for DNS and Account Management, Juniper Firewalls, Arista Switches and NAS/SAN storage Familiarity with Multicast, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc) Experience with vulnerability scanning, hardening, and resolution of findings Written skills to include development and maintenance of documentation for network, system, operations, etc. Familiarity with public cloud computing networking and services, including AWS Familiarity with VMware vSphere and virtual machines Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system Primary duties: Documents network plans and designs, installs components, and configures services to meet project requirements. Analyze network topologies, traffic, and capacity requirements for monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting during events. Between project execution events, and as part of the network team, responsible for operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networks of varying classifications, to include implementing security configurations, performing network diagnostics, identifying required corrective actions, and documenting changes in a clear and concise manner. Physically install devices in equipment racks and user workspaces. Position requires extensive work at a computer in an office environment with additional work possible in a raised floor computing environment. Position may require extensive travel to deployment sites in US and abroad (US Passport required) What sets you apart: Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation Six (6) years' experience integrating and configuring switches, routers, firewalls and gateways in data communications systems with IP version 4 and associated TCP and UDP protocols preferred Possess experience in at least two (2) of the following topics with proven demonstrated experience within the past five (5) years: One (1) year experience as a computer systems manager/operator on Microsoft or LINUX based computing environments, employing Windows Server 2012 (or newer), client Windows 7 (or newer), and LINUX operating systems; One (1) year experience managing and working on local area network (LAN) administration, operation, and architecture with a minimum of 30 client systems; Specific working experience of management of a mixture of Windows and LINUX computing environments; Must be familiar with virtualization techniques - simulating a hardware platform, operating system (OS), storage device, or network resources. Active/Current DoD Secret Clearance. Certified DOD 8570.1-M IAT Level 2 preferred. Workplace Options: This position is fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ facility. Travel up to 25% is required for this role. Expect travel needs to be in surges during times of site equipment deployments. Frequent travel to one or both of these locations: OC-N: Operations Center-North (located at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota). OC-S: Operations Center-South (located at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama).
11/14/2026
Full time
Job Description Requisition #: 2 Employment Type: Contract Labor Job Title: CL - Space Force - Network System Engineer Location: US-AZ-Scottsdale Overview: Our client engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Responsibilities: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Qualifications: Our client is currently seeking a Senior Network Design Engineer in our Scottsdale, AZ location. ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a Network Engineering Support for Satellite Ground Systems, you'll be a member of a cross functional team. Responsibilities of this role include requirements analysis, design, documentation, implementation, requirements verification, maintenance, and troubleshooting functions for data communications networks in support of the SDA program. This position requires travel to deployment sites in the US. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Enterprise Network Design/topology High speed network design and implementation Juniper Networks Certified Administrator (JNCIA-Junos, JNCIPis preferred or Cisco CCNA certification , CCNP preferred Proficiency with Juniper SRX-series of firewall devices Maintenance of Network topology that utilize Linux IDM/Windows Servers for DNS and Account Management, Juniper Firewalls, Arista Switches and NAS/SAN storage Familiarity with Multicast, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc) Experience with vulnerability scanning, hardening, and resolution of findings Written skills to include development and maintenance of documentation for network, system, operations, etc. Familiarity with public cloud computing networking and services, including AWS Familiarity with VMware vSphere and virtual machines Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system Primary duties: Documents network plans and designs, installs components, and configures services to meet project requirements. Analyze network topologies, traffic, and capacity requirements for monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting during events. Between project execution events, and as part of the network team, responsible for operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networks of varying classifications, to include implementing security configurations, performing network diagnostics, identifying required corrective actions, and documenting changes in a clear and concise manner. Physically install devices in equipment racks and user workspaces. Position requires extensive work at a computer in an office environment with additional work possible in a raised floor computing environment. Position may require extensive travel to deployment sites in US and abroad (US Passport required) What sets you apart: Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation Six (6) years' experience integrating and configuring switches, routers, firewalls and gateways in data communications systems with IP version 4 and associated TCP and UDP protocols preferred Possess experience in at least two (2) of the following topics with proven demonstrated experience within the past five (5) years: One (1) year experience as a computer systems manager/operator on Microsoft or LINUX based computing environments, employing Windows Server 2012 (or newer), client Windows 7 (or newer), and LINUX operating systems; One (1) year experience managing and working on local area network (LAN) administration, operation, and architecture with a minimum of 30 client systems; Specific working experience of management of a mixture of Windows and LINUX computing environments; Must be familiar with virtualization techniques - simulating a hardware platform, operating system (OS), storage device, or network resources. Active/Current DoD Secret Clearance. Certified DOD 8570.1-M IAT Level 2 preferred. Workplace Options: This position is fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ facility. Travel up to 25% is required for this role. Expect travel needs to be in surges during times of site equipment deployments. Frequent travel to one or both of these locations: OC-N: Operations Center-North (located at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota). OC-S: Operations Center-South (located at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama).
Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Lead Database Engineer and Administrator serves as the high-level technical authority for software engineering on a Tech Refresh contract based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This role provides deep technical expertise in enterprise Oracle database architecture, development methodologies, system integration, and emerging technologies. The Senior Principal Software Engineer leads complex database design initiatives, advises leadership on technical strategy, and ensures engineering solutions meet mission, security, scalability, and performance requirements. The candidate collaborates closely with program leadership, architects, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and stakeholders to design and implement advanced software solutions supporting enterprise systems, cloud environments, and mission-critical platforms. This project delivers a mission-assured technical refresh of the CCIC2S Oracle database and RHEL operating environments, upgrading legacy systems to Oracle 19c and RHEL 9.7 while preserving full operational continuity. It includes comprehensive engineering, integration, cybersecurity, testing, and deployment activities to ensure zero data loss, improved performance, strengthened security, and seamless compatibility across all CCIC2S mission systems. Location will be north Colorado Springs initially and future work at Chidlaw and Peterson AFB occasionally. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Technical lead experience to guide the database team, able establish priorities for tasking, and proactively address risks to achieve successful project outcomes. Serve as the primary subject matter expert for software engineering practices, frameworks, and architecture across programs and projects. Lead the design and development of Oracle Database Upgrade solution for a complex enterprise. Provide significant input into the technical solution design and architect the upgrade path for Oracle, including compatibility analysis, data migration strategies, and performance tuning. Provide input into the design for the RHEL migration plan, covering kernel compatibility, package updates, and security hardening. Be responsible for analyzing, creating, manipulating, and organizing database systems. Modify Oracle database schemas, static data load, and program documentation. Consolidate customer data to make it easily accessible and readable to users throughout their community. Work closely with the development team to update database storage architecture, troubleshoot technical issues, and create visual layouts to display data. Be responsible for developing strategic procedures and upgrades, improving database infrastructures, and managing DB systems configuration. Be handling a broad range of software and other programming tasks to ensure that their systems integrations are functional Be defining integration strategies and methods and then planning them in accordance with established deadlines and time schedules. Full life-cycle development including requirements analysis, architecture and design, coding, testing, integration, performance analysis and Data Migration Ensures software standards are met. Establish and maintain software development standards, coding guidelines, and best practices. Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve system capabilities and development efficiency. Support program managers and leadership with technical planning, system modernization strategies, and risk mitigation. Translate mission or business requirements into technical solutions and system designs. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field. 10+ years of software engineering experience including enterprise database development, design, debug, and integration of various technologies Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of application Certification Requirements: DoD 8570 IAT Level II and any Database Certification Requires a strong background in Oracle database development and Linux Experience with integration of COTS/GOTS/FOSS hardware and software into existing infrastructures. Experience with Oracle RMAN, Data Pump, GoldenGate, and Oracle Enterprise Manager. Experience of RHEL system administration, SELinux, systemd, and kernel tuning. Experience with Scripting/automation (Bash, Python, PowerShell). Knowledge of database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery concepts. Knowledge of the technology industry and the latest trends, as well as a strong command of programming languages or system codes. Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and virtualization (KVM/VMware) is a plus Be able to complete documentation and instructions for customers. Be able to properly evaluate sources of information to determine possible limitations in reliability or usability Strong verbal and written communication skills. Significant experience in installing, configuring, scripting, developing, testing and troubleshooting enterprise databases DESIRED SKILLS Knowledgeable of Java, VMWare Suite, Ansible Knowledge of storage, networking, and cyber to include STIGs. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other teams. Significant relevant experience in supporting the sustainment of NISSC mission systems/subsystems. Experience with other relevant missions surrounding the NORAD-NORTHCOM, Air and Space missile warning. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers. Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means. Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces. Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed. Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The Perks Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Competitive Compensation Training and development programs Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages Collaborative and cool culture Work-life balance and generous paid time off
11/14/2026
Full time
Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Lead Database Engineer and Administrator serves as the high-level technical authority for software engineering on a Tech Refresh contract based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This role provides deep technical expertise in enterprise Oracle database architecture, development methodologies, system integration, and emerging technologies. The Senior Principal Software Engineer leads complex database design initiatives, advises leadership on technical strategy, and ensures engineering solutions meet mission, security, scalability, and performance requirements. The candidate collaborates closely with program leadership, architects, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and stakeholders to design and implement advanced software solutions supporting enterprise systems, cloud environments, and mission-critical platforms. This project delivers a mission-assured technical refresh of the CCIC2S Oracle database and RHEL operating environments, upgrading legacy systems to Oracle 19c and RHEL 9.7 while preserving full operational continuity. It includes comprehensive engineering, integration, cybersecurity, testing, and deployment activities to ensure zero data loss, improved performance, strengthened security, and seamless compatibility across all CCIC2S mission systems. Location will be north Colorado Springs initially and future work at Chidlaw and Peterson AFB occasionally. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Technical lead experience to guide the database team, able establish priorities for tasking, and proactively address risks to achieve successful project outcomes. Serve as the primary subject matter expert for software engineering practices, frameworks, and architecture across programs and projects. Lead the design and development of Oracle Database Upgrade solution for a complex enterprise. Provide significant input into the technical solution design and architect the upgrade path for Oracle, including compatibility analysis, data migration strategies, and performance tuning. Provide input into the design for the RHEL migration plan, covering kernel compatibility, package updates, and security hardening. Be responsible for analyzing, creating, manipulating, and organizing database systems. Modify Oracle database schemas, static data load, and program documentation. Consolidate customer data to make it easily accessible and readable to users throughout their community. Work closely with the development team to update database storage architecture, troubleshoot technical issues, and create visual layouts to display data. Be responsible for developing strategic procedures and upgrades, improving database infrastructures, and managing DB systems configuration. Be handling a broad range of software and other programming tasks to ensure that their systems integrations are functional Be defining integration strategies and methods and then planning them in accordance with established deadlines and time schedules. Full life-cycle development including requirements analysis, architecture and design, coding, testing, integration, performance analysis and Data Migration Ensures software standards are met. Establish and maintain software development standards, coding guidelines, and best practices. Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve system capabilities and development efficiency. Support program managers and leadership with technical planning, system modernization strategies, and risk mitigation. Translate mission or business requirements into technical solutions and system designs. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field. 10+ years of software engineering experience including enterprise database development, design, debug, and integration of various technologies Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of application Certification Requirements: DoD 8570 IAT Level II and any Database Certification Requires a strong background in Oracle database development and Linux Experience with integration of COTS/GOTS/FOSS hardware and software into existing infrastructures. Experience with Oracle RMAN, Data Pump, GoldenGate, and Oracle Enterprise Manager. Experience of RHEL system administration, SELinux, systemd, and kernel tuning. Experience with Scripting/automation (Bash, Python, PowerShell). Knowledge of database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery concepts. Knowledge of the technology industry and the latest trends, as well as a strong command of programming languages or system codes. Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and virtualization (KVM/VMware) is a plus Be able to complete documentation and instructions for customers. Be able to properly evaluate sources of information to determine possible limitations in reliability or usability Strong verbal and written communication skills. Significant experience in installing, configuring, scripting, developing, testing and troubleshooting enterprise databases DESIRED SKILLS Knowledgeable of Java, VMWare Suite, Ansible Knowledge of storage, networking, and cyber to include STIGs. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other teams. Significant relevant experience in supporting the sustainment of NISSC mission systems/subsystems. Experience with other relevant missions surrounding the NORAD-NORTHCOM, Air and Space missile warning. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers. Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means. Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces. Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed. Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The Perks Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Competitive Compensation Training and development programs Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages Collaborative and cool culture Work-life balance and generous paid time off
Let Vaco advocate for you! We are currently seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support a growing team. Position Summary We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to manage and support enterprise Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments. This role is responsible for database administration, performance optimization, backup and recovery planning, security management, and long term database strategy. The ideal candidate will partner closely with infrastructure, security, and IT teams to ensure the reliability, availability, and integrity of critical database systems. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and upgrade Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases. Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure system availability and reliability. Develop, implement, and test backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies. Manage database security, user access, and compliance with organizational standards. Collaborate with systems and security teams to support new technology initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and patch management. Enforce database policies, procedures, change control processes, and licensing compliance. Support development and QA environments, including database refreshes and testing activities. Provide technical guidance to team members and serve as a subject matter expert for database-related initiatives. Work with IT leadership to develop and implement database strategies that support future business needs. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Oracle Certified Administrator certification required. Oracle Certified Professional certification preferred. 7+ years of Oracle database administration experience. 3+ years of Microsoft SQL Server administration experience. Strong experience with database backup and recovery tools, including RMAN and MSSQL backup solutions. Working knowledge of Linux, KVM, and virtualization technologies. Familiarity with Oracle and Microsoft licensing requirements. Excellent troubleshooting, project management, communication, and documentation skills. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. Representation Notice By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring's discussions with its Client, Highspring's understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly). Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
10/07/2026
Full time
Let Vaco advocate for you! We are currently seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support a growing team. Position Summary We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to manage and support enterprise Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments. This role is responsible for database administration, performance optimization, backup and recovery planning, security management, and long term database strategy. The ideal candidate will partner closely with infrastructure, security, and IT teams to ensure the reliability, availability, and integrity of critical database systems. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and upgrade Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases. Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure system availability and reliability. Develop, implement, and test backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies. Manage database security, user access, and compliance with organizational standards. Collaborate with systems and security teams to support new technology initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and patch management. Enforce database policies, procedures, change control processes, and licensing compliance. Support development and QA environments, including database refreshes and testing activities. Provide technical guidance to team members and serve as a subject matter expert for database-related initiatives. Work with IT leadership to develop and implement database strategies that support future business needs. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Oracle Certified Administrator certification required. Oracle Certified Professional certification preferred. 7+ years of Oracle database administration experience. 3+ years of Microsoft SQL Server administration experience. Strong experience with database backup and recovery tools, including RMAN and MSSQL backup solutions. Working knowledge of Linux, KVM, and virtualization technologies. Familiarity with Oracle and Microsoft licensing requirements. Excellent troubleshooting, project management, communication, and documentation skills. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. Representation Notice By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring's discussions with its Client, Highspring's understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly). Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. The Boeing Company is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join the Air Dominance Site Reliability Engineering team located in Berkeley, MO. We are seeking a highly talented, motivated, and creative individual to operate, improve, and sustain mission-critical developer platforms used by Air Dominance engineering teams. This role will provide hands-on technical ownership for GitLab, GitLab CI/CD runners, Jira, Confluence, PostgreSQL, and related software delivery tools such as Artifactory and SonarQube. The selected candidate will drive reliability improvements, automate operational workflows, troubleshoot complex incidents, lead planned maintenance activities, and help establish mature Site Reliability Engineering practices for the team. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate, Experienced and/or Senior Level Software Engineers. Position Responsibilities: Operate and maintain GitLab, GitLab CI/CD runners, Jira, Confluence, PostgreSQL, and related developer tooling infrastructure Support GitLab runner registration, runner health checks, runner queue troubleshooting, and basic capacity, KPI, and error budget reporting Support software development tool administration, maintenance, version upgrades, patch management, and integration between tools such as Jira, GitLab, Artifactory, Confluence, and SonarQube Serve as a technical owner for platform reliability, availability, performance, capacity, backup, recovery, and operational readiness Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible, and other automation for provisioning, configuration, platform scaling, health checks, reporting, backup validation, and routine operational tasks Plan and execute approved changes, including application upgrades, security patches, database maintenance, runner lifecycle activities, and infrastructure updates Define, collect, analyze, and refine software delivery and platform reliability metrics to support data-driven decision making Support incident response, root cause analysis, corrective action tracking, and post-incident reviews Partner with developers, project administrators, cybersecurity personnel, infrastructure teams, database administrators, and program stakeholders Improve runbooks, standard operating procedures, architecture documentation, and disaster recovery procedures Evaluate platform risks, capacity trends, recurring incidents, and operational toil, then recommend and implement improvements Participate in after-hours support for urgent or mission-impacting issues as required Monitor application, runner, database, storage, and host health using approved monitoring and alerting tools Triage and resolve routine service requests, access issues, pipeline infrastructure issues, and platform support tickets Assist with incident response during primary support hours and participate in after-hours support when required by mission need Help maintain operational runbooks, troubleshooting guides, architecture notes, and standard operating procedures Assist with backup monitoring, restore validation, patching, upgrades, and planned maintenance activities Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible, and other scripts and automation to simplify infrastructure administration and software deployment under the guidance of more senior engineers Assist in setting up and maintaining development and production-like environments for developer tools and supporting application devices Contribute to metrics and dashboards that monitor system performance, software delivery health, and operational efficiency Follow approved change management, security, access control, and configuration management processes Collaborate with developers, project administrators, cybersecurity personnel, infrastructure teams, and program stakeholders Learn and apply Site Reliability Engineering practices, including incident management, service objectives, root cause analysis, automation, and continuous improvement Contribute to process improvements that help operationally field higher-quality end-to-end system software more frequently This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): Bachelor's Degree This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment (An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start may be required) This position requires the ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs (SAP), for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment 2+ years of experience with software development and/or troubleshooting software 2+ years of experience with Git-based source control workflows including branching strategies, code reviews, and pull request processes 2+ years of experience developing software products in a cloud computing environment e.g. Azure/AWS/Google Cloud Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Active clearance Linux system administration, software development, DevOps, DevSecOps, IT operations, or related technical work Experience or coursework with Agile software development Basic understanding of networking, operating systems, databases, software build processes, and secure system administration Ability to follow documented procedures and communicate technical status clearly Experience with Jira, Confluence, or other Atlassian administration and support activities Experience with PostgreSQL administration, SQL troubleshooting, backups, or restore procedures Experience writing scripts in Bash, Python, PowerShell, Java, C#, C++, or a similar language Experience with Artifactory, SonarQube, Jenkins, or similar software delivery tools Familiarity with monitoring, alerting, logging, incident response, and operational metrics Ability to obtain Security+ certification Experience designing or improving monitoring, alerting, dashboards, operational metrics, and SLOs Experience supporting Air Dominance, classified, air-gapped, or highly regulated engineering environments Experience with disaster recovery planning, continuity of operations, backup validation, and restore testing Experience leading technical investigations, post-incident reviews, and corrective action plans Demonstrated ability to balance customer urgency, system reliability, security requirements, and change control Strong customer service mindset and ability to support engineering teams in a mission-focused environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Travel: 5% Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. CodeVue Coding Challenge: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. Pay & Benefits: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary Pay Range for Associate level (Level 2): $99,450 - $134,550 Summary Pay Range for Experienced level (Level 3): $126,650 - $171,350 Summary Pay Range for Senior level (Level 4): $160,650 - $217,350 Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 01, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S . click apply for full job details
09/30/2026
Full time
Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. The Boeing Company is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join the Air Dominance Site Reliability Engineering team located in Berkeley, MO. We are seeking a highly talented, motivated, and creative individual to operate, improve, and sustain mission-critical developer platforms used by Air Dominance engineering teams. This role will provide hands-on technical ownership for GitLab, GitLab CI/CD runners, Jira, Confluence, PostgreSQL, and related software delivery tools such as Artifactory and SonarQube. The selected candidate will drive reliability improvements, automate operational workflows, troubleshoot complex incidents, lead planned maintenance activities, and help establish mature Site Reliability Engineering practices for the team. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate, Experienced and/or Senior Level Software Engineers. Position Responsibilities: Operate and maintain GitLab, GitLab CI/CD runners, Jira, Confluence, PostgreSQL, and related developer tooling infrastructure Support GitLab runner registration, runner health checks, runner queue troubleshooting, and basic capacity, KPI, and error budget reporting Support software development tool administration, maintenance, version upgrades, patch management, and integration between tools such as Jira, GitLab, Artifactory, Confluence, and SonarQube Serve as a technical owner for platform reliability, availability, performance, capacity, backup, recovery, and operational readiness Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible, and other automation for provisioning, configuration, platform scaling, health checks, reporting, backup validation, and routine operational tasks Plan and execute approved changes, including application upgrades, security patches, database maintenance, runner lifecycle activities, and infrastructure updates Define, collect, analyze, and refine software delivery and platform reliability metrics to support data-driven decision making Support incident response, root cause analysis, corrective action tracking, and post-incident reviews Partner with developers, project administrators, cybersecurity personnel, infrastructure teams, database administrators, and program stakeholders Improve runbooks, standard operating procedures, architecture documentation, and disaster recovery procedures Evaluate platform risks, capacity trends, recurring incidents, and operational toil, then recommend and implement improvements Participate in after-hours support for urgent or mission-impacting issues as required Monitor application, runner, database, storage, and host health using approved monitoring and alerting tools Triage and resolve routine service requests, access issues, pipeline infrastructure issues, and platform support tickets Assist with incident response during primary support hours and participate in after-hours support when required by mission need Help maintain operational runbooks, troubleshooting guides, architecture notes, and standard operating procedures Assist with backup monitoring, restore validation, patching, upgrades, and planned maintenance activities Create and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible, and other scripts and automation to simplify infrastructure administration and software deployment under the guidance of more senior engineers Assist in setting up and maintaining development and production-like environments for developer tools and supporting application devices Contribute to metrics and dashboards that monitor system performance, software delivery health, and operational efficiency Follow approved change management, security, access control, and configuration management processes Collaborate with developers, project administrators, cybersecurity personnel, infrastructure teams, and program stakeholders Learn and apply Site Reliability Engineering practices, including incident management, service objectives, root cause analysis, automation, and continuous improvement Contribute to process improvements that help operationally field higher-quality end-to-end system software more frequently This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): Bachelor's Degree This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment (An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start may be required) This position requires the ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs (SAP), for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment 2+ years of experience with software development and/or troubleshooting software 2+ years of experience with Git-based source control workflows including branching strategies, code reviews, and pull request processes 2+ years of experience developing software products in a cloud computing environment e.g. Azure/AWS/Google Cloud Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Active clearance Linux system administration, software development, DevOps, DevSecOps, IT operations, or related technical work Experience or coursework with Agile software development Basic understanding of networking, operating systems, databases, software build processes, and secure system administration Ability to follow documented procedures and communicate technical status clearly Experience with Jira, Confluence, or other Atlassian administration and support activities Experience with PostgreSQL administration, SQL troubleshooting, backups, or restore procedures Experience writing scripts in Bash, Python, PowerShell, Java, C#, C++, or a similar language Experience with Artifactory, SonarQube, Jenkins, or similar software delivery tools Familiarity with monitoring, alerting, logging, incident response, and operational metrics Ability to obtain Security+ certification Experience designing or improving monitoring, alerting, dashboards, operational metrics, and SLOs Experience supporting Air Dominance, classified, air-gapped, or highly regulated engineering environments Experience with disaster recovery planning, continuity of operations, backup validation, and restore testing Experience leading technical investigations, post-incident reviews, and corrective action plans Demonstrated ability to balance customer urgency, system reliability, security requirements, and change control Strong customer service mindset and ability to support engineering teams in a mission-focused environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Travel: 5% Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. CodeVue Coding Challenge: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. Pay & Benefits: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary Pay Range for Associate level (Level 2): $99,450 - $134,550 Summary Pay Range for Experienced level (Level 3): $126,650 - $171,350 Summary Pay Range for Senior level (Level 4): $160,650 - $217,350 Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 01, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S . click apply for full job details
Job Description Job Description Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO Clearance Required: Active DoW Secret Security Clearance Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets. We are seeking a GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. What You'll Be Doing Be responsible for all facets of a continuous 24/7 Global Network Operations and Security Center. Execute network, system, and cloud systems monitoring/surveillance, environmental monitoring, incident management and MDA Cybersecurity. Support and service maintenance activities to include Change Management coordination during the assigned quarterly rotating shift day/night shifts. Be responsible for all aspects of IT incident management and escalation, ensuring that incidents are effectively escalated, managed and resolved with full communication of status, plans, and actions provided to executive management and the Government customer. The successful candidate will: Have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, at both technical and senior/Executive management levels. Understand Command level Management. Be able to speak clearly to diverse cultural audiences, VIPs, and dignitaries. Be able to perform as a section trainer and create lesson plans. Be able to operate within a stressful high speed Operational environment and be able to multi-task. What You Bring Basic Requirements: Must have 1, or more, years of IT experience Must have a current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification such as CompTIA Security+ CE Certification or higher. Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance Desired Requirements: Have experience in metrics-based IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) teams. Have experience with Remedy and SNMP monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds and StruxureWare Datacenter Expert). Have education or experience with ITIL framework and ITIL-based processes, to include continual service improvement, change management, and problem investigation. Have previous work experience as a Windows/Linux System Administrator supporting a large Enterprise with knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows 2008/2012, Linux/UNIX Operating Systems, EMC Storage, Symantec NetBackup and SCCM Patch Management solutions. Have previous work experience as a network engineer, including hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing network components including switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices. Have experience with Cyber-defense or information assurance, including experience with DISA mandated security tools to include Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS), analyze results and create reports Have knowledge of IT Network Operations and connectivity devices that inter-relate with Public Key Infrastructure authentication and Information Security practices. Have Network Operations experience in a network operations center or other 24x7x365 IT Operations environment. Have knowledge of Cybersecurity principles and how to execute system/network security analysis. Have a working knowledge of Tier III Information Assurance practices, IT security governance, security administration, project management, logistics, and Cybersecurity compliance requirements. Have Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspection process knowledge. Why LaunchTech? LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period. This role places you at the operational heart of a 24/7 enterprise network operations center defending the nation's missile defense infrastructure around the clock. We offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow And more Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew? LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Visit to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period. Powered by JazzHR NYRvODyGdv
09/28/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO Clearance Required: Active DoW Secret Security Clearance Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets. We are seeking a GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. What You'll Be Doing Be responsible for all facets of a continuous 24/7 Global Network Operations and Security Center. Execute network, system, and cloud systems monitoring/surveillance, environmental monitoring, incident management and MDA Cybersecurity. Support and service maintenance activities to include Change Management coordination during the assigned quarterly rotating shift day/night shifts. Be responsible for all aspects of IT incident management and escalation, ensuring that incidents are effectively escalated, managed and resolved with full communication of status, plans, and actions provided to executive management and the Government customer. The successful candidate will: Have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, at both technical and senior/Executive management levels. Understand Command level Management. Be able to speak clearly to diverse cultural audiences, VIPs, and dignitaries. Be able to perform as a section trainer and create lesson plans. Be able to operate within a stressful high speed Operational environment and be able to multi-task. What You Bring Basic Requirements: Must have 1, or more, years of IT experience Must have a current DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II Certification such as CompTIA Security+ CE Certification or higher. Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance Desired Requirements: Have experience in metrics-based IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) teams. Have experience with Remedy and SNMP monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds and StruxureWare Datacenter Expert). Have education or experience with ITIL framework and ITIL-based processes, to include continual service improvement, change management, and problem investigation. Have previous work experience as a Windows/Linux System Administrator supporting a large Enterprise with knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows 2008/2012, Linux/UNIX Operating Systems, EMC Storage, Symantec NetBackup and SCCM Patch Management solutions. Have previous work experience as a network engineer, including hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing network components including switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices. Have experience with Cyber-defense or information assurance, including experience with DISA mandated security tools to include Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS), analyze results and create reports Have knowledge of IT Network Operations and connectivity devices that inter-relate with Public Key Infrastructure authentication and Information Security practices. Have Network Operations experience in a network operations center or other 24x7x365 IT Operations environment. Have knowledge of Cybersecurity principles and how to execute system/network security analysis. Have a working knowledge of Tier III Information Assurance practices, IT security governance, security administration, project management, logistics, and Cybersecurity compliance requirements. Have Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspection process knowledge. Why LaunchTech? LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period. This role places you at the operational heart of a 24/7 enterprise network operations center defending the nation's missile defense infrastructure around the clock. We offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow And more Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew? LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Visit to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period. Powered by JazzHR NYRvODyGdv
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Cimarron is seeking a GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in the Colorado Springs, CO area. Key Duties: Responsible for all facets of a continuous 24/7 Global Network Operations and Security Center. Execute network, system, and cloud systems monitoring/surveillance, environmental monitoring, incident management and MDA Cybersecurity. Be responsible for all aspects of IT incident management and escalation, ensuring that incidents are effectively escalated, managed and resolved with full communication of status, plans, and actions provided to executive management and the Government customer. Support and service maintenance activities to include Change Management coordination during the assigned quarterly rotating shift day/night shifts. Required Skills, Experience, and Education: Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time. Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use. This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID. Active Secret Clearance. Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (ex., Security + CE, CySA, etc.). 1 or more years of IT experience. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, at both technical and senior/Executive management levels. Understanding of Command level Management. Able to speak clearly to diverse cultural audiences, VIPs, and dignitaries. Able to perform as a section trainer and create lesson plans. Able to operate within a stressful high speed Operational environment and be able to multi-task. Desired Skills, Experience, and Education: Experience in metrics-based IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) teams. Experience with Remedy and SNMP monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds and StruxureWare Datacenter Expert). Have education or experience with ITIL framework and ITIL-based processes, to include continual service improvement, change management, and problem investigation. Previous work experience as a Windows/Linux System Administrator supporting a large Enterprise with knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows 2008/2012, Linux/UNIX Operating Systems, EMC Storage, Symantec NetBackup and SCCM Patch Management solutions. Previous work experience as a network engineer, including hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing network components including switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices. Experience with Cyber-defense or information assurance, including experience with DISA mandated security tools to include Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS), analyze results and create reports Knowledge of IT Network Operations and connectivity devices that inter-relate with Public Key Infrastructure authentication and Information Security practices. Network Operations experience in a network operations center or other 24x7x365 IT Operations environment. Knowledge of Cybersecurity principles and how to execute system/network security analysis. Have a working knowledge of Tier III Information Assurance practices, IT security governance, security administration, project management, logistics, and Cybersecurity compliance requirements. Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspection process knowledge.
09/28/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Cimarron is seeking a GNOSC Watch Officer/Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract at Schriever Space Force Base in the Colorado Springs, CO area. Key Duties: Responsible for all facets of a continuous 24/7 Global Network Operations and Security Center. Execute network, system, and cloud systems monitoring/surveillance, environmental monitoring, incident management and MDA Cybersecurity. Be responsible for all aspects of IT incident management and escalation, ensuring that incidents are effectively escalated, managed and resolved with full communication of status, plans, and actions provided to executive management and the Government customer. Support and service maintenance activities to include Change Management coordination during the assigned quarterly rotating shift day/night shifts. Required Skills, Experience, and Education: Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time. Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use. This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID. Active Secret Clearance. Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (ex., Security + CE, CySA, etc.). 1 or more years of IT experience. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, at both technical and senior/Executive management levels. Understanding of Command level Management. Able to speak clearly to diverse cultural audiences, VIPs, and dignitaries. Able to perform as a section trainer and create lesson plans. Able to operate within a stressful high speed Operational environment and be able to multi-task. Desired Skills, Experience, and Education: Experience in metrics-based IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) teams. Experience with Remedy and SNMP monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds and StruxureWare Datacenter Expert). Have education or experience with ITIL framework and ITIL-based processes, to include continual service improvement, change management, and problem investigation. Previous work experience as a Windows/Linux System Administrator supporting a large Enterprise with knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, Windows 2008/2012, Linux/UNIX Operating Systems, EMC Storage, Symantec NetBackup and SCCM Patch Management solutions. Previous work experience as a network engineer, including hands-on experience designing, implementing and managing network components including switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices. Experience with Cyber-defense or information assurance, including experience with DISA mandated security tools to include Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System (HBSS), analyze results and create reports Knowledge of IT Network Operations and connectivity devices that inter-relate with Public Key Infrastructure authentication and Information Security practices. Network Operations experience in a network operations center or other 24x7x365 IT Operations environment. Knowledge of Cybersecurity principles and how to execute system/network security analysis. Have a working knowledge of Tier III Information Assurance practices, IT security governance, security administration, project management, logistics, and Cybersecurity compliance requirements. Quality Assurance/Quality Control Inspection process knowledge.
