Senior Computer Specialist

4A Consulting, LLC; Pikesville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

4A Consulting, LLC, headquartered in Baltimore, MD, seeks an experienced Senior Computer Specialist to evaluate, manage, and optimize computer hardware, software, and development tools in support of contracts with Federal Government and Fortune 500 clients.

The role requires expertise in system analysis, programming, and equipment analysis, with hands-on experience in enterprise computing environments. Onsite work in Pikesville, MD is expected, with possible telework. Interview may be in-person.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field, or 3 years of equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• 8+ years of computer experience in system analysis, system programming, application programming, and/or equipment analysis.
• 5+ years as computer hardware or systems software specialist or as a systems analyst.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate computer hardware, systems software, OS, and software development tools for requirements.
• Analyze costs and requirements to convert systems using compilers, simulators, emulators, and translators.
• Recommend OS/configuration improvements to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Develop, manage, maintain, and evaluate current hardware, software, and tools.
• Assess compatibility and interoperability with existing systems.
• Identify bottlenecks, analyze performance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate system architecture and hardware configurations for operational needs.
• Recommend improvements to optimize hardware/software utilization and reliability.
• Conduct assessments of emerging technologies and advise on upgrades.
• Support system analysis, programming, and large-scale development activities.
• Collaborate with teams, admins, developers, vendors, and end users.
• Assess impact of changes on existing applications.
• Prepare documentation and performance reports.
• Support deployment and maintenance of public-safety tech solutions (CAD, RMS, mobile).
• Coordinate with vendors to troubleshoot integration issues.

Skills

System analysis

Systems programming

Application programming

Equipment analysis

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

At 4A Consulting, we turn complexity into opportunity. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Baltimore, MD, we are a women-owned, boutique consulting firm specializing in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to both the Federal Government and Fortune 500 clients. Our team blends deep industry knowledge with advanced technologies to design tailored strategies that drive measurable and sustainable outcomes. We pride ourselves on an agile, collaborative approach that helps organizations navigate challenges and seize emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. At 4A, we don’t just deliver projects, we build trusted partnerships that empower our clients to lead with confidence in the digital age.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Computer Specialist (Senior) to evaluate, manage, maintain, and optimize computer hardware, systems software, and software development tools in support of contract. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems analysis, systems programming, application programming, or equipment analysis, with a strong understanding of current state-of-the-art computer technologies and enterprise computing environments.

The successful candidate will evaluate hardware and software capabilities, assess system compatibility and interoperability, identify potential performance bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to improve system efficiency and resource utilization. Responsibilities will also include analyzing system conversion requirements, evaluating compilers and language translation tools, and recommending improvements to operating system capabilities and configurations.

Candidates with recent hands-on experience implementing or deploying production law-enforcement or public-safety Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD), Records Management System (RMS), and mobile-computing applications are preferred.

Work Location

The primary place of performance is onsite in Pikesville, MD. Travel to other offices may be required as needed. Some teleworking may be permitted.

Interview

An in-person interview may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate computer hardware, systems software, operating systems, and software development tools to determine their suitability for organizational and technical requirements.
• Analyze the costs and technical requirements associated with converting computer systems from one programming language or machine architecture to another using compilers, simulators, emulators, and language translators.
• Recommend improvements to operating system capabilities and configurations to enhance system efficiency, performance, and resource utilization.
• Develop, manage, maintain, and evaluate current state-of-the-art computer hardware, software, and software development tools.
• Assess hardware and software compatibility and interoperability with existing equipment, applications, and enterprise systems.
• Identify potential and actual system bottlenecks, analyze performance issues, and recommend corrective actions to improve system operations.
• Evaluate system architecture, hardware configurations, and software capabilities to determine their ability to meet specific operational and technical requirements.
• Recommend system improvements that optimize hardware and software utilization, reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Conduct technical assessments of emerging technologies and provide recommendations for system upgrades, modernization, and maintenance.
• Support system analysis, systems programming, application programming, equipment analysis, and large-scale system development and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with technical teams, system administrators, developers, vendors, and end users to evaluate system requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Assess the potential impact of hardware, software, and configuration changes on existing systems and interconnected applications.
• Prepare technical documentation, system evaluation reports, performance assessments, and recommendations for hardware and software improvements.
• Support the implementation, deployment, integration, and maintenance of public-safety technology solutions, including CAD, RMS, and mobile-computing applications, as applicable.
• Coordinate with technical teams and software vendors to troubleshoot application integration issues and support reliable system operations.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or another related scientific or technical discipline; or three (3) years of equivalent experience in a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• At least eight (8) years of computer experience in at least two of the following disciplines: system analysis, system programming, application programming, and equipment analysis.
• At least five (5) years of experience as a computer hardware or systems software specialist, or as a systems analyst with duties relating to the evaluation of third- and fourth-generation and current state-of-the-art computer hardware and software.
• Experience evaluating hardware and software capabilities to support specific requirements for hardware and software evaluation, system management, or large-scale system development and maintenance.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, system evaluation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess complex technical requirements and recommend effective system improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of recent hands-on experience implementing or deploying production law-enforcement or public-safety Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD), Records Management System (RMS), and mobile-computing applications.

Why Join 4A

• Contribute to technology initiatives supporting government operations and mission-critical public services.
• Apply your technical expertise to evaluate and improve enterprise computing systems.
• Help optimize hardware and software utilization, system performance, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with experienced technical teams to address complex computing and integration challenges.
• Support the deployment and maintenance of technology solutions serving law-enforcement and public-safety organizations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

4A Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive hiring process. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability may contact [e-mail]. This email is intended solely for accommodation requests.

Please note that 4A Consulting participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. 4A Consulting will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.