Applications Engineer

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Requisition #: 336Job Title: Applications EngineerLocation: Bldg 5308, Sparkman Center Redstone Arsenal, Alabama35898Clearance Level: Active DoD - SecretRequired Certification(s): ·       Sec+; MCTS -DEV4
SUMMARY The purpose of the PEO AVN contract is to provide IT support services to enable Weapon System Development and Management, and System IT Life-Cycle support and solutions from concept development through disposal, including sustainment. IT support services include advanced state-of-the-art IT services that will continue to expand due to new missions, IT initiatives, and changing requirements.The Applications Team Lead position will lead our ServiceNow, SharePoint, DBAs, and .net developers. The candidate will have routine interaction with government leadership, to include the PEO AVN CIO, CTO, and COO, as well as the Agile Defense Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, and other Team Leads.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES·       Have general knowledge of required tools, platforms, and software such as SQL, SharePoint, Visual Studio, and Service Now, Power BI, and the Power Platform.·       Manage team members and monitor deadlines and other requirements for tasks and projects.·       Have excellent communication and leadership skills to help facilitate processes and communicate them to stakeholders.·       Proven work experience as a team leader·       The ability to motivate others within a team environment·       The ability to listen to team members’ feedback and resolve issues or conflicts.·       The ability to conduct meetings and map out strategic initiatives for the team and stakeholders.·       Coordinate work, e.g., with Network Enterprise Center (NEC) organizations, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN) organizations, Cloud Service Providers (CSP), designated Processing Centers, the Information Management Offices (IMOs) and IA/security officers. Designs should incorporate functions that prevent a hack into servers from accessing backup servers.·       Track and document database and server administration activities through technical service tickets utilizing automated tools provided by the Government·       Implement and verify compliance with security policies IAW AR 25-1, Army Information Technology; AR 25-2, Army·       Cybersecurity; AR 380-5, Department of the Army Information Security Program; DoDI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information TechnologySUPERVISORY DUTIES·       The Applications Team Lead position will lead our ServiceNow, SharePoint, DBAs, and .net developers. The candidate will have routine interaction with government leadership, to include the PEO AVN CIO, CTO, and COO, as well as the Agile Defense Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, and other Team Leads.
QUALIFICATIONS Required Certifications·       Sec+; MCTS -DEV4Education, Background, and Years of Experience·       BA/BS with 5 years or AA w/7 + years' experience.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills·       Lead and manage effectively with some guidance and direction·       The ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form·       Interact effectively with government personnel and coordinate and collaborate with other Agile Defense Team LeadsPreferred Skills·        
WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions·       Office setting with work from home availability IAW customer's telework policyStrength Demands·       Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles.  Some occasional walking or standing may be required.   Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Physical Requirements·       Stand or Sit; Walk; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; SeeEmployees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into adva