System Architect & Information Lead L4

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Job description

Job Title: System Architect & Information Lead L4 -4943

Job Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado 80914

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified individual to fill the Systems Engineer IV / System Architect & Information Lead position and to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

This lead position will provide data center client- server architecture support focusing on design, specification, integration, implementation and upgrade of enterprise-wide, large-scale data center client-server infrastructure operating on complex distributed networks of multiple classifications, integrated with DoD C2 systems, and associated information assurance processes/procedures. In addition, will provide end user computing solutions focusing on design, specification, integration and implementation and of enterprise-wide, large-scale Multi-Level System architecture on complex distributed networks with multiple classification enclaves and integrated with DoD C2 systems utilizing associated information assurance processes/procedures.

Skills / Experience Required

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
• 5+ years of experience as System Architect & Information System Lead supporting a DOD program of similar in size and scope
• 7+ years of hands-on professional experience as System Architect & Information System Lead for program/project of similar size and scope
• 3+ years of hands-on professional experience with Everfox Trusted Thin Client (TTC)
• Data Center Client-Server Architecture services will support the following policies and technologies:
• Desktop (client) hardware including thin client, zero client, virtual desktops, and remote desktop solutions
• Microsoft Windows architectures
• RedHat Linux architectures
• Blade server architectures
• Software provisioning
• Server-client continuity of operations infrastructure
• Virtual server and client environments
• Server-client environments
• Applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Minimum Certifications Required: Server+ or Linux+
• CDI Administration services will support the following policies and technologies:
• Everfox Trusted Thin Client (TTC) Software (design, installation, configuration, operation and maintenance)
• RedHat Enterprise Linux with SE Linux and trusted labeling extensions (installation, configuration, operation and maintenance)
• Familiarity with server and client hardware including thin and small form factor PCs
• Updating firmware, changing Bio's settings, Raid configurations
• VMware/Nutanix View architecture and operation
• Experience with the interaction and operation of VDI services with Everfox Trusted Thin Client
• Multi-Level Systems Information Assurance as pertaining to Documenting, Securing, Accreditation, and Operation
• Testing Multi-Level Systems including documentation and remediation
• Applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Virtual desktops, storage environments and remote desktop solutions
• VMware ESXi 8, vCenter, vRealize operations, vRealize Orchestrator
• Datacenter automation for deployment of Virtual and Physical server assets
• Integration with help desk ticketing systems
• Powershell, Perl & C++
• Securing virtual machines and disaster recovery planning
• API's (REST), orchestration and automation
• Applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Minimum Certifications Required: VMware Certified Specialist - VMware Cloud Foundation Deployment or Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI)

Education / Certifications

• Master's degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or IT related field
• Active Microsoft Certified Architect (MCA) certification
• Minimum Certifications Required: RHCSA or MCTS/MCSA
• Windows Server 2022 technology (AD/DNS/DHCP)
• IASAEIII
• CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Paternal leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Salary Range

$150,000 - $160,000

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary range: $150,000 - $160,000

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