Network Systems Manager

By Light Professional IT Services LLC; Orlando, Tampa (FL, FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Systems Manager to enhance mission support at a key military base. This role involves leading system engineering efforts, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards, and coordinating with stakeholders to optimize enterprise operations. With a strong emphasis on innovation and efficiency, this position offers the opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects that directly impact mission success. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this is a chance to make a significant contribution in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience or 6-10 years with a Master's degree.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Tier III System Engineering for enterprise infrastructure improvements.
• Support development and review of Systems Engineering Plans and assessments.

Skills

System Engineering

Cybersecurity Standards

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification

Job description

Network Systems Manager

Job Locations: US-FL-Tampa

Company Overview:

By Light has an opening for a Network Systems Manager supporting the Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE) at MacDill AFB, FL. This is a mission-essential position requiring 8x5 standard work hours at the customer location, with on-call support as needed.

Responsibilities:

1. Serve as the Tier III System Engineering Lead, reviewing new capabilities and assessing current capabilities for improvements supporting JCSE's enterprise infrastructure.
2. Assist in identifying design objectives, technical specifications, performance requirements, and interoperability standards to ensure system design meets stakeholder needs.
3. Provide hands-on systems engineering support to improve and maintain the enterprise infrastructure and support new system increments.
4. Assess limitations, gaps, shortfalls, or end-of-support products needing resolution for critical C2.
5. Enhance mission support and emerging technologies for more efficient enterprise operations.
6. Support development, updates, and review of program/project Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), Information Support Plans (ISP), and Technology Readiness Assessments (TRA).
7. Develop and review briefings, papers, and spreadsheets supporting these tasks.
8. Coordinate internal and external working groups with JCSE stakeholders, attending modernization reviews and documenting needs and gaps.
9. Support program/project management and technical synchronization related to cost, schedule, and performance.
10. Ensure system design compliance with industry, DOD, cybersecurity standards, and best practices.

Required Experience/Qualifications:

1. BS Degree with 8-12 years of relevant experience or Masters with 6-10 years; relevant experience may substitute for formal education.
2. Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+).
3. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).

Special Requirements/Security Clearance:

• Top Secret clearance is required.