System Engineer

Quantum Dynamics, Inc.; Fort Johnson South (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and technology services is seeking an experienced network engineer. This role involves managing and maintaining critical network components for military simulations. Candidates should possess a strong background in networking, system administration, and hold a Secret security clearance. Opportunities for travel and hands-on involvement with advanced simulation technologies are integral to the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Security+ certification needed.
• At least two years of experience with DIS and/or HLA federations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with configuration management policies.

Skills

Networking

Troubleshooting

System Administration

Computer Operating Concepts

Security Clearance

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in related field

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

Quantum Dynamics, Inc. (Quantum) is a Women-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business that is a SBA certified, headquartered in McLean, Virginia. The company is a service oriented firm with a rich corporate history of quality, responsive service and multi-disciplinary staff having the requisite education, specialized training, and experience to meet the exact needs of all their clients. Quantum focuses on providing quality Engineering, Information Technology, Logistics, Business Management, and Technical Support Services to professional, government, and scientific organizations.

Job Description

This role involves overseeing the WARSIM Technical Control, as well as the Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC) Tech Control Forward enclave. The engineer will be responsible for setting up and maintaining the physical and logical network infrastructure, ensuring all JLCCTC components can communicate effectively. Responsible for setting up and maintaining the physical and logical network required for the JLCCTC components to communicate. Responsible for working with unit to provide the network path and permissions required for passing tactical data from simulations to the tactical mission command systems. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot any network discrepancies. Ensure compliance with JLCCTC configuration management policies and perform systems backup as needed. Perform systems administrative tasks on Red Hat LINUX, Windows (servers and workstations). Operate the WARSIM workstation and other associated workstation in the federation as a user. Able to travel unaccompanied to continental US and foreign locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Experience working on military projects or as a member of the Armed Forces.
• Networking experience, knowledge of US Army doctrine, organizational structure and training philosophy.
• Able to install, configure, operate and manage Linux, Windows operating systems software and simulation application software used by the JLCCTC federates.
• Expert knowledge of basic computer operating concepts and skills.
• Security+ certification and additional certifications to meet DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification.
• Understanding of the JRTC Combat Training Center-Instrumentation System (CTC-IS) and its interaction with JLCCTC.
• At least two years experience with DIS and/or HLA federations.
• Secret security clearance

Desired Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Science degree from an accredited college or university in systems management, applied mathematics, computer science or a related field.
• Five years experience as a system analyst.
• Expert knowledge of networks, communications, file transfer protocols, and the basic commands and file structures of LINUX and WINDOWS.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.