CSS 2 Systems Engineer III (Field Engineering Representative)Job Locations

　　US-CO-Colorado Springs

　　Job ID2023-4648

　　of Openings1

　　Clearance RequirementTS/SCI

　　Education RequirementBachelor's Degree

　　CertificationsRequired Certifications: Security+ or equivalent, ITILv4 within 60 daysof start, Cloud+ or Project+ within 60 days of start

　　Experience LevelSeniorOverview

　　We are in need of a Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO. As technicalfield representatives for the Program Management Office, individuals in thisposition will facilitate communication between the field and the programoffice at meetings and conferences, ensure local operators and basepersonnel are informed of program status, progress, issues, and planningschedules, and provide the Program Manager with any local operator or baseprogram status issues, concerns, or questions regarding fielded systems.Additionally, this position assists in fielding, integration, upgrade,and support schedules and activities for deployed IT systems across the AirForAs a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions inengineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Withexpertise in modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems,ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, andmanaging secure environments, SMS supports business and mission goals withproficiency, quality, and integrity.

　　SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federalgovernment since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative,cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions formore than 40 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with officesand on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. Foradditional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.Submit your resume today!

　　Responsibilities

　　Participate in local user meetings (e.g., Daily Ops brief, OperationalCCB (Configuration Control Board), Operational ERB (Engineering ReviewBoard), DRB (Design Review Board), IOP (Information OperationsPlatform) Call, Ticket Review, ARC Ticket Review, Change Advisory Board (CAB)Based on Government provided information, provide briefings to leadership onthe status of programsParticipate in commander conferences, staff meetings, A6 director calls,IPT calls, section meetings and other relevant unit meeting related to PMOdeployed programs and systemsProvide relevant program information back to the PMO via telecons, email,weekly meetings, and requested reports/documentationFERs will interface with program SMEs to assist in the coordination of systemspecific tasks (i.e. Change Requests, cross-functional communication, etc.)FERs will be required to report on the following:Summary of all work accomplished by the FERs during the previous monthMission Impact of this work (i.e., schedule, cost, performance)Status of current efforts, issues or risksIn addition to acting as field liaisons, FERs will provide, asrequested, on-site Field Service Engineering (FSE). These tasks mayinclude the following:Provide FSE efforts such as equipment configuration, troubleshooting andinstallation when directed by the GovernmentCoordinate and accomplish data calls and site surveys when directed by theGovernment

　　Qualifications

　　Requirements7 - 10 years of experience in a medium to large enterprise IT environment.Minimum of 5 years of experience in:Basic networking concepts, VLAN, trunking and port channelKnowledge of data communications, local-area networking, wide-areanetworking, routers, and switchesNetwork (Layer 2, 3) LAN/WAN knowledge and switches/routersUnderstanding of Internet Protocol (IP) routing, switching, and the OSI model.Possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, andmulti-task capable.Approach work as diplomatic, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependableand reliable.Ability to coordinate and disseminate information across multiple agencies andinterface with senior leaders on a regular basis.

　　Education: Bachelor's degree in related technical discipline, or MISrelated field is preferred but not mandatory.Required Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or equivalent, ITILv4 within60 days of start, Cloud+ or Project+ within 60 days of startClearance: TOP SECRET security clearance and be eligible for SCI accessSMS is a veteran-owned network integrator established in 1976. With an