Technology Advisor/Site Lead

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. seeks a Technology Advisor/Site Lead to provide senior-level technical leadership and strategic guidance for AFCENT A6 enterprise IT services across USCENTCOM AOR.

The role will oversee network operations, systems engineering, cybersecurity operations, and mission network sustainment to support contingency and wartime operations. The position requires strong IT operations management, leadership, and project coordination capabilities, with direct engagement across

Qualifications

• MS in a related field is preferred.
• 10+ years of IT experience is desired.
• Experience in IT operations, security, and network engineering is required.
• Ability to lead, coordinate, and communicate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist AFCENT leadership in developing goals, objectives, and strategies for IT services across the enterprise.
• Provide management oversight and technical direction across IT operations, networks, and cybersecurity.
• Ensure appropriate O&M actions on mission networks to maintain mission effectiveness.
• Apply SDLC concepts in engineering activities.
• Coordinate with DoD/contractors/vendors during technical visits and briefings.
• Prepare briefings and presentations on IT initiatives and status updates.

Skills

Senior leadership

IT operations management

Network security engineering

Project management

PMP

CCNP

ITIL Foundation

Education

MS in related field

10+ years IT experience

Job description

SMS is seeking a highly experienced Technology Advisor/Site Lead to provide senior-level technical leadership, strategic guidance, and operational oversight in support of AFCENT A6 enterprise IT services across the USCENTCOM Area of Responsibility. This position will serve as a key advisor for network operations, systems engineering, cybersecurity operations, mission network sustainment, and IT project execution supporting contingency and wartime operations.

AFCENT's mission is to deliver combat-ready air, space, communications, and cyberspace capability for USCENTCOM, helping maintain security and stability throughout Southwest Asia. We support the AFCENT Commander, USCENTCOM, coalition and joint partners, and warfighters who rely on NIPRNet, SIPRNet, partner networks, and other command-and-control systems. The AFCENT NOSC program is focused on running and protecting a 24/7 enterprise network and systems operations, including cybersecurity, engineering, maintenance, and technical support, keeping the AFCENT's theater communications and IT infrastructure ready, secure, and available to effectively execute the AFCENT mission.

Since 1976, SMS has specialized in modernizing legacy IT and sustaining complex enterprise environments for federal agencies. With the goal of building long-term partnerships with our customers, we invest in our employees by providing the training, tools, and support they need to keep critical missions operational, improve performance, and reduce risk. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the AFCENT A63 Technical Director, USCENTCOM, and HQ Air Force with developing the goals, objectives and implementation strategies for IT services provided throughout the enterprise, including countries in the USCENTCOM AOR.
• Provide management oversight, strategic guidance, and technical direction across the NOSC functional areas for IT operations, networks/systems engineering, and cybersecurity operations, and other support functions.
• Ensure appropriate Operation and Maintenance (O&M) actions are taken on all mission networks to ensure AFCENT users mission effectiveness.
• Apply System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) concepts and principles in engineering activities.
• Assist with the planning direction and execution of AFCENT network operations projects supporting USCENTCOM contingency and wartime operations.
• Provide technical coordination and research to exploit cutting-edge technologies, assisting with technical and status updates for briefings and reporting on IT subjects.
• Participate in strategic planning conferences and working groups and provide recommendations.
• Review technical project documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare briefings and presentations in support of IT initiatives.
• Assists with developing/modifying standardized training to meet AFCENT NOSC mission requirements.
• Assist project leads with determining project scope, resources and schedules, and with general project management as required.
• Coordinate technical visits from DoD activities, contractors, and commercial vendors.
• Represent AFCENT A6 during technical exchanges with DoD agencies, commercial vendors, and foreign partners.
• Meet with key vendors and other organizations to represent AFCENT A6 requirements.
• Provide general O&M support as required.
• Provide IT Management support
• Provide general networking support
• Provide LAN/WAN support
• Provide documentation support
• Provide meeting/briefing support
• Provide training support
• Provide CONUS/OCONUS deployment/TDY travel support as required.

Required Qualifications

• M.S. in related field and 7 or more years' relevant experience (preferred); or 10 or more years of relevant IT experience
• IT operations/services management, training, and firewall experience
• Network, Systems, and Cybersecurity engineering experience
• LAN and WAN Enterprise support experience
• Knowledge of what constitutes a "threat" to a network.
• Skill in providing feedback to enhance future collection and analysis.

Certifications Required

• PMP or equivalent
• CCNP
• Trainer Certification (Microsoft, Cisco or Military equivalent)
• ITIL Foundation - Candidate has up to 60 days to acquire ITIL Foundation certification

Clearance Required

• TS/SCI required

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.