Engineering Technician

SAIC; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm is seeking an Engineering Technician in Crane, IN. The role involves providing IT engineering support for security systems and infrastructure. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, and U.S. citizenship. An interim secret clearance is required. The ideal candidate will be adept in various technical areas including server management and system components. Competitive environment with opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years of experience required.
• Interim secret clearance required and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, upgrades, and maintenance of IT systems.
• Coordinate and integrate technical efforts to meet system needs.
• Document solutions relating to technical, cost, and schedule constraints.
• Work with stakeholders in problem-solving efforts.

Skills

Client consulting and training

Technical communication

Software development and scripting

Configuration management

Database administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline

Tools

AMAG

Genetec

Motorola (Pelco)

Axis

Dell EMC servers

Microsoft Windows Server

Cisco network infrastructure

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician in Crane, IN.

JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will provide IT engineering and technical support for research, design, development, installation, operation, and maintenance for physical and electronic security systems and components, as well as the IT systems and network infrastructure which support such systems. Physical and electronic security systems are comprised of major components from vendors including AMAG, Genetec, Motorola (Pelco), and Axis. Supporting IT systems and infrastructure include Dell EMC servers, workstations, thin clients, and network attached storage, Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, group policy, client operating systems (Windows 10/11), and Microsoft Office suite, Cisco network infrastructure, and Vertiv (Avocent) IP KVM devices.

Job Duties Include:

• Perform installation, upgrades, maintenance, and facilitate lifecycle replacement of IT systems
• Coordinate, integrate and assist in the management of technical efforts being performed to ensure that identified needs are transformed into effective and life-cycle optimized systems
• Confirm that the system's definition and design reflect the requirements for all systems' elements (hardware, software, data, facilities, etc.)
• Work in a multifaceted team with many stakeholders (engineering, logistics, manufacturing, contractor, program leadership) in problem solving efforts for designated aspects of complex problems with many competing objectives, variables, and constraints
• Document solutions in relation to the technical, cost, and schedule constraints
• Development and review of various technical documentation, including change management documentation, presentation materials, and white papers
• Communicate with stakeholders across program offices, fleet and industry stakeholders
• May develop and execute contingency plans for network related hardware failures including isolated and major outages

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline and a minimum of 2 years of experience. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be accepted
• Interim secret clearance required to start with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance; SAIC will sponsor the clearance process
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Experience with one or more of the following system components: AMAG, Genetec, Motorola (Pelco), and Axis
• Experience supporting one or more of the following: Dell EMC servers, workstations, thin clients, and network attached storage, Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, group policy, client operating systems (Windows 10/11), and Microsoft Office suite, Cisco network infrastructure, and Vertiv (Avocent) IP KVM devices
• Ability to provide client consulting and training on the design and use of the network systems and architectures
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders of varying technical knowledge and viewpoints

Desired Experience:

• Experience in software development, scripting and automation, database administration, patch management, configuration management, or cybersecurity
• Experience working in or supporting physical security organizations
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition process highly desired
• Certification in CompTIA Security+