Systems Engineer / VTC Operator Tier III

UIC Alaska; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead is seeking a Systems Engineer / VTC Operator to support a customer in Quantico, VA. The role covers program management, logistics, asset management, engineering, customer service, R&D of new capabilities, and 24x7 operations and sustainment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years in voice/video management, 5+ years in unified communications, and certifications such as CCNP/CCIE Voice or Collaboration; DoD 8570/8140 compliance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years in voice/video management.
• 5+ years in unified communications focusing on voice/video.
• Strong knowledge of VoIP protocols (SIP, H.323, MGCP).
• Experience with Cisco UC tools and video systems; DoD 8570/8140 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, operate, maintain and update system packages for Tactical AV.
• Manage VoIP and video conferencing systems; UCaaS solutions.
• Oversee SIP trunking; design voice/video network architecture.
• Apply QoS/QoE management and ensure security/compliance of UC systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CCNP Voice

CCIE Voice

CCNP Collaboration

CCIE Collaboration

MCSE Skype for Business

CCNA/CCNP Routing & Switching

VoIP protocols (SIP, H.323, MGCP)

Job description

Overview

SYSTEMS ENGINEER / VTC OPERATOR | TIER III (MIELS):

Bowhead is seeking Systems Engineer / VTC Operator to support a customer in Quantico, VA. Support for the contract will consist of program management; logistics; asset management; engineering; customer service; research and development of new capabilities; test and evaluation; manpower, training, and personnel; new equipment fielding and training; financial management; information assurance; cybersecurity; and 24X7 enterprise services operations and sustainment.

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, operation, maintenance and create / update system package artifacts for Tactical AV located in Hawaii.
• Voice over IP (VoIP) systems
• Video conferencing systems
• Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) solutions
• Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking
• Voice and video network architecture
• Quality of Service (QoS) and Quality of Experience (QoE) management
• Security and compliance for unified communications systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or ten (10+) years’ of practical experience in voice and video management.
• Five (5+) years’ experience in unified communications, with a focus on voice and video systems.
• Strong knowledge of VoIP protocols, including SIP, H.323, and MGCP.
• Experience with video conferencing systems, including Cisco TelePresence and Ploycom RealPresence.
• Familiarity with unified communications platforms, including Cisco Unified Communications Manager and Microsoft Skype for Business.
• Strong understanding of network architecture and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.
• Experience with QoS and QoE management tools, including Cisco QoS and NetIQ.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• CCNP Voice or CCIE Voice certification.
• CCNP Collaboration or CCIE Collaboration certification.
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) in Skype for Business.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) in Routing and Switching.
• Preferred: 7+ years’ experience in Video Audio engineering environment management.
• Preferred: DoD 8570 / 8140 compliance or information assurance certification commensurate with technical objectives and services required.
• Preferred: Applicable software or hardware training and certifications commensurate with the technical objectives, services required, and IT environment specified.
• Preferred: Cloud certified.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically

The pay scale for this position is between $115,000 - $145,000.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI level with the ability to obtain a Counter Intelligence Polygraph. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.

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