VTC Systems Engineer

Cayuse Holdings; Morningside (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a VTC Systems Engineer to support secure multimedia environments for VIP and General Officer conferences. The role focuses on zero-defect audio/video quality and uninterrupted command and control in mission-critical settings.

The engineer will install, configure, and maintain CMS, TMS, CUCM, and MCUs, ensuring STIG compliance, managing COMSEC hardware, and troubleshooting complex network issues. A DoD 8140/8570 IAT II certification and active clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or 10+ years military/civilian operational experience.
• Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II compliant certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).
• CCNA Collaboration or Cisco CCT Collaboration (minimum).
• Crestron Master Programmer, Crestron Technologist, or Extron Authorized Programmer/AV Assistant.
• Active Secret Clearance, with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
• Mastery of Cisco TMS and CMS.
• Experience integrating cryptographic equipment (TACLANEs, KIVs) into secure VTC enclaves.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, engineer, and maintain server-side infrastructure (CMS, TMS, CUCM, MCUs, AV hardware).
• Monitor backend network traffic; coordinate with network ops to manage QoS and bandwidth; troubleshoot routing issues for H.323 and SIP.
• Apply and maintain STIGs across VTC components; manage firewalls and enterprise COMSEC architecture.
• Manage and key COMSEC hardware (e.g., TACLANEs) for secure enclaves.
• Configure bridging resources (MCUs) and calendar/bridge resources via Cisco TMS or Outlook to prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Conduct physical room sweeps 30–60 minutes before high-priority events to test connectivity, cameras, and mics.
• Resolve complex outages; serve as escalation point for Tier I & II in-room issues (cables, calls, sharing).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

IAT II Security+

CCNA Collaboration/CCT Collaboration

Crestron Master Programmer

Extron AV Specialist

Active Secret Clearance

CMS/TMS Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or Systems Engineering

Tools

Cisco CMS

Cisco TMS

CUCM

MCUs

TACLANEs

KIVs

Microsoft Visio

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work:

The Video Teleconferencing (VTC) Systems Engineerto support seamless operations of secure multimedia environments with a focus on facilitating, monitoring, and troubleshooting VIP and General Officer-level conferences. This position demands a highly skilled professional with a strong technical acumen, a customer-focused mindset, and expertise in enterprise VTC system management. The VTC Systems Engineer will ensure zero-defect audio/video quality and provide uninterrupted command and control capabilities in mission-critical environments.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, engineer, and maintain server-side infrastructure, including:
  • Cisco Meeting Server (CMS)
  • Cisco TelePresence Management Suite (TMS)
  • Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM)
  • Multipoint Control Units (MCUs)
  • Specialized audiovisual hardware.
• Monitor backend network traffic and collaborate with network operations to manage Quality of Service (QoS), provision enterprise bandwidth allocation, and resolve complex network routing outages and failures forH.323 and SIP traffic.
• Apply and maintainDISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)across all VTC components, manage firewalls, and oversee the enterprise COMSEC architecture.
• Manage and key COMSEC hardware (e.g.,TACLANEs) for secure enclaves.
• Configure bridging resources (MCUs) and manage room calendars/bridge resources using tools likeCisco TMSor Outlook to prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Conduct physical sweeps of conference rooms 30 to 60 minutes prior to high-priority events to test dial-in connectivity, cameras, and microphones.
• Resolve complex network outages, routing failures, and server crashes.
• Serve as an escalation point for Tier I & II helpdesk tickets regarding in-room issues, such as bad cables, dropped calls, and presentation sharing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or 10+ years military/civilian operational experience.

• Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II compliant certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).
• CCNA Collaboration or Cisco CCT Collaboration (minimum)
• Crestron Master Programmer, Crestron Technologist, or Extron Authorized Programmer/AV Associate.
• Active Secret Clearance, with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
• Mastery of Cisco TelePresence Management Suite (TMS) and Cisco Meeting Server (CMS).
• Expertise in the integration of cryptographic equipment (TACLANEs, KIVs) into secure VTC enclaves.
• Advanced understanding of SIP and H.323 protocols, network traffic analysis, and Quality of Service (QoS) standards.High-level proficiency in drafting technical network topologies using Microsoft Visio.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to rapidly respond to immediate, high-stress callouts for troubleshooting VIP and General Officer in-progress meetings.
• Strong capacity for end-user education, including conducting "quick-start" orientations for staff officers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNP Collaboration, with focus on CUCM, CMS, and TMS.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions:

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Comfortable working in tight spaces and conducting physical installations or endpoint replacements in conference environments.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.