Principal Network Subject Matter Expert

Responsibilities & Qualifications

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Principal Network SME for the USAF Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) Contract.
• Research, analyze, and recommend potential technology/performance enhancements and information system upgrades for the purpose of lifecycle sustainment/replacement, security, and operational improvements necessary to support a secure, reliable, and sustainable environment.
• Plan, design, architect, engineer, and submit Implementation/Design Packages (IDP), Bill of Materials (BOM), and network designs for fully modernized USAF Base Area Networks (BAN), to include Core, Distribution, Access, and Datacenter switching solutions, Wi-Fi, NAC, and Private 5G solutions.
• Design, implement, integrate, and sustain infrastructure with legacy and cloud-based applications to include COTS, and other modernization efforts.
• Integrate and sustain data backup solutions and data warehouses for legacy and cloud-based applications.
• Design, implement, and sustain automated network testing infrastructure.
• Design Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Disaster Recovery planning and participate in related exercises.
• Ensure that designs and solutions conform to BAN Reference Architecture, DoD/agency security requirements and policies, to include DISA STIGs.
• Provide infrastructure planning, design, implementation, operation, maintenance, and support for both NIPRnet and SIPRNet network infrastructure and supporting systems (NAC, DNS, DHCP, OCSP, etc.)
• Create and update design drawings.
• Provide support for vulnerability management.
• infrastructure projects for classified and unclassified environments.
• Provide network/system engineering support for forward deployed survey and installation teams.
• Act as escalation point for Task Order Network Engineering and NOC teams.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting Network Design, Architecture, Vendor Analysis, Implementation, Accreditation, Sustainment, and installation activities.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain a Secret clearance

CERTIFICATIONS

• Must have an active DoD IAT II or greater certification. If not active, be willing to obtain. 
• Cisco CCIE or comparable

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong Business Acumen – Understands elements driving successful USAF BIM Task Order (TO) Capture, knowledgeable in current and future USAF acquisition and infrastructure strategies, practices, trends, and technologies.
• Market Leadership: Develops and communicates clear understanding of market, company offerings, competition, partners, and key trends as it relates to TekSynap’s USAF BIM Capture and BD efforts.
• Agility - Ability to see the big picture, anticipate future trends, and create competitive strategies for TOs where TekSynap is managing multiple complex USAF bases under a single centralized architecture and management framework.
• Customer Focus – Dedicated to meeting USAF/HNI customer expectations; uses first-hand customer information to improve TekSynap’s ability to win and execute USAF BIM TOs.
• Negotiation Skills – Skillful in challenging situations; seeks win-win outcomes for both TekSynap and the USAF.
• Drive for Results – Consistently exceeds goals; pushes self and others for results.
• High Ethical Standards - Direct and honest; adheres to core values in all situations.

Overview

TekSynap is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Network Subject Matter Expert to support its USAF Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) IDIQ Contract. This critical role demands a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in network design, architecture, and implementation. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of USAF's network infrastructure, ensuring it remains secure, reliable, and technologically advanced. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the modernization of Air Force bases across the nation, working with cutting-edge technologies and addressing complex challenges in both classified and unclassified environments.

 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

 

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, sh