IT Systems Engineer

Cherokee Federal; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to support enterprise IT modernization and sustainment at Fort Belvoir, VA. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to analyze IT requirements across subordinate commands.

Responsibilities include aligning IT initiatives with modernization plans, reviewing requirements for accuracy, coordinating with ACC-INSCOM, and briefing INSCOM leadership. BA/BS preferred; 2–6+ years in related fields; MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in technology-related field preferred; 10 years’ IT Systems Architect/Engineer experience may substitute.
• Two years’ experience in Project Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering required; 6+ years preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal government contracts and programs.
• Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT technical assistance and expertise related to IT requirements for enterprise systems.
• Assist subordinate commands with IT requirements aligned to modernization and standardization.
• Review requirements for accuracy and ensure procurements align with hardware standards.
• Work with ACC-INSCOM on IT acquisition requirements and prepare documentation.
• Present briefings and papers for INSCOM senior leadership; participate in planning meetings.
• Attend INSCOM IT meetings, VTCs, and coordinate with military and civilian personnel.
• Support Unfunded Requirements (UFR) and POM issue papers, schedules, and security planning documents.
• Provide IT subject matter expertise in various forums.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability

MS Office proficiency

Education

BA/BS in technology-related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.

The IT Systems Engineer is responsible for identifying strategic and tactical activities for IT enterprise enhancements and sustainment. This position assists the Government in information management (IM) analysis and prioritizing initiatives, development and integration efforts to eliminate redundancy and align capabilities for the client IT Enterprise. In addition, the IT Systems Engineer shall provide requirements analysis and management for the customer’s subordinate commands; and support the client in identifying, validating, coordinating and documenting IT requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for IT Systems Engineer: $105,000 to $115,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

IT Systems Engineer Responsibilities Include

• Provide the customer with IT technical assistance and expertise related to IT requirements for various systems within the enterprise.
• Assist the customer’s subordinate commands with technical review of IT requirements to ensure they are aligned with the IT strategy for modernization and standardization.
• Review requirements submitted by the customer’s subordinate commands for accuracy, correctness, and completeness, and ensure that IT equipment procurements are aligned with the customer’s hardware standards.
• Work with ACC-INSCOM on the submissions of the customer’s subordinate commands IT acquisition requirements. Ensure completeness and accuracy of acquisition documents going to ACC-INSCOM.
• Recommendations on organizational manning and enterprise relationships; preparation of briefings and papers for INSCOM senior-leadership; providing technical expertise and recommendations at planning, implementation meetings; and providing recommendations on G6/GISA organization and TTPs.
• Attends INSCOM IT meetings, VTCs, and conferences as required and supports coordination with key military and civilian personnel at MSCs, HQDA, Army MACOMs, Services, and Intelligence Agencies
• Supports the development of Unfunded Requirement (UFR) and POM issue papers, organizational and functional lay-downs, POA&M MS Project schedules, facilities planning documents, security architecture planning documents, strategy and implementation documents and briefings
• Providing IT subject matter expertise on various topics in various forums.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

IT Systems Engineer Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested

• Prefer a minimum of a BA/BS in technology related field; ten years’ experience as an IT Systems Architect or Engineer can be substituted for the degree.
• Two years’ experience in Project Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering is required; 6 years’ experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal government contracts and programs
• Must have good analytical skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and highly effective organizational skills
• Must be able to adapt to a changing environment
• Must be proficient in all MS Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNDS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

#CherokeeFederal Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Legal Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.