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District Of Columbia
Systems Security Engineer, Lead
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc TIS3 SolutionsSystems Security Engineer, Lead
The Systems Security Engineer, Lead will be responsible for the design and maintenance of the Windows imaging infrastructure. Responsible for overseeing patching, image builds and support, and image documentation, and managing the imaging team.
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience or Masters and three (3) years or more experience or PhD and 0 years related experience designing and managing Windows images and imaging infrastructure.
Must have strong experience with application packaging, patching of Windows OS, Active Directory, Group Policies, WMI, Dell Hardware, Endpoint Security and anti-virus technologies.
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Public Trust.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Communications Support Analyst – Junior
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc TIS3 SolutionsCommunications Support Analyst – Junior
The Communications Support Analyst will perform switchboard operations and support a call center by answering and routing calls for the Department of Transportation (DOT). They will be responsible for creating and maintaining conference calls and telephone directories:
• Switchboard operators answer incoming calls and redirect calls to the appropriate personnel or department within DOT in a timely manner, using DOT Directory and Outlook Directory
• Answer/Respond to internal & external DOT large volume telephone calls
• Research internet explorer to assist customer with information
• Summit Monthly Reports in a timely manner
• Create weekly spreadsheet to record weekly call numbers
• Create weekly spreadsheet for operator’s daily numbers
• Record operator numbers daily in spreadsheet
• Research, collect, and verify directory information for customers and DOT personnel
• Maintain DOT Directory (Ensuring numbers are good)
• Ensuring appropriate staffing
• Train new staff
• Schedule conference request in different locations and time zones. (One Time Conference, Recurring Conference and On-Demand
• Create new accounts in the RSB
• Update RSB for all out-processing DOT personnel
Required Skills and Experience
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have 3 experience providing customer service support in a business organization
• Excellent phone skills
• Top-notch communication and listening skills
• Basic computer proficiency
• Experience in a customer service role (preferred)
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Public Trust.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior Tableau Developer
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Senior Tableau Developer
The Senior level Tableau Developer will create standard and ad hoc dashboards from the NAVSEA Enterprise Warehouse for SEA 10 Corporate Operations and Total Force Directorate. Serve as the Senior Tableau Developer and key performer of data reporting and visualization efforts on the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) in support of SEA 10. Core competencies for the role include:
• Tableau
• Data Visualization
• Agile Development
• Verification & Validation
• Data Analytics
• Provides support to the SEA 10 Corporate Operations and Total Force Directorate with ongoing data analysis support and briefings pertaining to the organization’s workforce and the health of the organization.
• Provides analysis and understanding of workforce data
• Collects reporting requirements, conduct operations research studies, and aggregates and synthesizes data from authoritative systems into metrics and analytics
• Designs products for workforce planning, and forecasts to facilitate recruitment, development, and retention of workforce excellence
• Analyzes NAVSEA workforce demographics, attrition trends, etc through the development of sophisticated metrics
• Gathers requirements, designs and builds reports, prepare briefings for senior leadership, and perform extensive data validation
• Provides in person and remote training to users and peers on developed features, capabilities, reports, dashboard, and metrics
• Uses data analytics to provide actionable, timely and accurate reporting to improve service delivery, infrastructure management, and conduct proactive problem and incident management
• Leverages the various reporting and presentation tools to provide analysis and recommendations
• Acquires data from primary or secondary data sources
• Identifies, analyzes, and interprets trends or patterns in complex data sets
• Works with management to prioritize business and information needs
• Documents all requirements, development activities, tacit and implicit knowledge as a resource for users and the 10A team
• As required, will lead small teams of analysts to complete large research projects, develop a brief or report, and present findings to leadership
• This position also provides direct oversight of 2-3 other analysts/developers
Required Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related majors
• 8+ years of professional and relevant experience
• Proficient in designing and creating data visualizations, dashboards, and reports using Tableau
• Strong ability to develop presentations and Tableau dashboards / reports on analysis conclusions for consumption by leadership and workers
• Expertise in SQL and Excel (various statistical functionality such as v-Lookup, h-Lookup, pivot tables, and quick charting)
• Expertise in full cycle product development from collecting and understanding requirements, through testing and delivering results
• Strong ability to analyze complex data with broad parameters and draw insightful conclusions
• Strong ability to multi-task and organize work and schedules
• Strong ability to communicate thoroughly and regularly with customers, supervisors, and peers
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
Desired Skills and Experience
Human Resources/Capital related experience preferred.
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with an active Department of Defense Secret clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Privacy Coordinator (Mid)
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Privacy Coordinator (Mid)
The Privacy Coordinator supports the principal Privacy Program Manager on all Privacy Act (PA) and Personal Identifiable Information (Pll) matters. Coordinates and assists with requests to locations for responses; consolidates, prepares, and submits the quarterly PA/PII and annual FISMA Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) reports; and prepare/submits Systems of Records Notices (SORN’s) to the Federal Register as needed:
• Assists Program Manager with providing verbal and/or written guidance/assistance to all Staff Directorates, Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and Field Activities on PA/PII issues; generates replies to PA/PII requests directed to Headquarters, NAVSEA; and assist the DON appellate authorities by furnishing all background data and denial justification regarding FOIA/PA appeals; and provides any necessary declarations, affidavits, administrative records, etc., required during the course of PA/PII litigation.
• Provides input to Privacy Program Manager in publishing the NAVSEA’s Privacy Act manual and for the OPNAV and the Secretary of the Navy Instruction on PA/PII.
• Responsible for using Pll protection methodologies to protect classified and sensitive or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) including observable activities and indicators that could allow a potential adversary to ID, react to, counter, clone, destroy or degrade the effectiveness of Critical Information or weapon systems capabilities.
• Assist with the implementation of policy and procedures relating to the management and oversight responsibilities for NAVSEA’s PA/Pll programs in the following ways:
o Supports management of the NAVSEA Privacy Act Program. Ensures the NAVSEA PA Systems of Records Notice inventory is current and up-to-date.
o Identifies new requirements for NAVSEA PA systems for records, analyzes what changes need to be made to existing systems of records, and determines which systems of records notices can be deleted. New, altered, amended, and the Federal Register and all exempts are delineated at 32 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 701.
o Assist the Privacy Program Manager in answering inquiries; and Pll breach reporting for NAVSEA Headquarters and Field Activities. Ensures that reporting complies with established mandates; coordinates with DON CIO regarding risk assessments; notifies reporting official regarding notifications, and follow-up compliance training.
o Collects statistical data and prepares the NAVSEA Privacy Act inputs for consolidation into the DON FISMA report.
o Develops and maintains administrative tools that are posted on the NAVSEA Privacy Act On-Line website for the use by NAVSEA subordinate Privacy officials regarding PA Systems of Records Notices (SORN), managing their programs, understanding the provisions of the Act, implementing office protocols for compliance with the Act, and Privacy Act training tools.
o Provides interpretation to NAVSEA subordinate PA officials on the implementation of PA programs as they apply to information releases and privacy implications. Makes recommendations to the SEA 00A Director on problem areas brought to the incumbent’s attention with the goal of streamlining the programs and providing NAVSEA subordinate PA officials with the most up-to-date guidelines.
o Maintain a current and detailed awareness of NAVSEA, DON, DoD, and other Executive Department guidelines regarding the PA and must also maintain a current and detailed awareness of pertinent legal decisions.
Required Skills and Experience
• Mid-level, 7-11 years-experience. Two years’ experience working directly with Navy PA/PII preferred.
• Mastery of advanced principles and practices of information collection and access and statutory and regulatory requirements attendants to PA/ Pll programs. Must be able to analyze, synthesize, and interpret statutes, regulations, Executive orders, regulations, precedents, and analyze and resolve complex problems and issues concerning privacy and public access statues as they apply NAVSEA- wide.
• Must be able to develop a detailed comprehensive administrative record of actions being processed; recall numerous details surrounding several public requests being concurrently processed within NAVSEA; work at a sustained high level of productivity within the limits if short deadlines and other pressures; express ideas effectively in person, over the telephone, or in writing; and work cooperatively with others.
• Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of the organization, program, missions and functions of NAVSEA and the DON.
• Expert knowledge of the Privacy Act and Pll, to include case law pending legislation, and up-to-date knowledge of pending/ current litigation that will dramatically impact the conduct of NAVSEA business; must understand and be able to implement and provide guidance on related regulations and guidelines; must possess expert knowledge of the PA, its administrative procedure requirements, appellate/litigation decisions affecting PA.
• Expert knowledge of the PA, public access legislation and PA Systems of Records Notices. Must be able to provide NAVSEA HQ. level guidance to NAVSEA Privacy Program Manager.
• Demonstrated ability to independently make effective oral and written presentations on controversial and critical observations, findings, and recommendations for substantial changes in protection measures.
• Knowledge and skill sufficient to observe and understand PA/PII issues and the ability to adapt and/or change from previous approached concerning standard protection practices.
• Demonstrated mastery of PA/PII requirements and comprehensive knowledge of general security administration programs.
• Understands and can effectively communicate the principles and application of the DoD and DON standardized PA/PII processes.
• Ability to effectively plan and write PA/PII survey plans, announcements, summaries, lessons, learned, metric based reports, etc.
• Knowledge and skill in creating and posting web accessible multi-media resources, documents, templates, etc.
• Must be able to create professional quality presentations and present them to various levels of command and civilian personnel.
• Strong communication, presentation, training, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrates dependability, professional demeanor, and team player attitude.
• Ability to exercise discretion and exercise good judgment.
• Time management skills, ability to interact with all personalities within a military environment, and demonstrated problem solving skills are strongly desired.
• Proficient with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with an active Department of Defense Secret clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Logistics Management Specialist (Journeyman)
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Logistics Management Specialist (Journeyman)
We are seeking a Logistics Management Specialist (Journeyman) to generate reports, schedules, recommendations, plans, performance metrics, and briefs as necessary to support logistics management of the CPS program:
• Make recommendations on the extent to which a Performance Based Logistics support strategy may be used based on weapon system operation availability and life cycle cost.
• Support all aspects of Integrated Product Support (IPS), in accordance with the Defense Acquisition University (DAU) IPS Element Guidebook, to include Product Support Management (PSM), Design Interface, Sustaining Engineering, Supply Support, Maintenance Planning and Management, Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T), Technical Data, Support Equipment, Training and Training Support, Manpower and Personnel, Facilities and Infrastructure, and Computer Resources. The contractor shall use resultant data to support the planning, integration, coordination, analysis, and evaluation of IPS activities in relation to program milestones as it relates to a DoD 5000.80 “Operation of the Middle Tier Acquisition” program. The Contractor shall place specific emphasis on supporting definition and development of IPS activities based on traditional D 5000.02 methodologies, while maintaining relevance to DoD 5000.80.
• Provide support in the development and maintenance of the Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP).
• Provide support in the area of Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) and Logistics Product Data (LPD) processes in accordance with GEIA-STD-0007 (Logistics Product Data), GEIA-HB-0007 (Logistics Product Data Handbook), and SAE TA-HB-0007-1 (Logistics Product Data Reports Handbook). The Contractor shall support the development of sustainment artifacts based on LPD and prime contractor deliverables to support sustainment activities in accordance with NAVSEA and SSP processes to enable integration with inherent support systems on intended platforms.
• Support evaluation of availability to cost based on Government provided Supportability Analysis information to provide the overall best value produ support concept.
• Provide Facilities and Infrastructure engineering support to overall CPS facilities and infrastructure planning and implementation, to include physic security planning and support for oversight of CPS magazine, training, and other facilities projects.
• Provide production support to overall Full-Rate Production planning. The Contactor shall support the development of plans and programs for all production activities to include weapon system design monitoring, production supply chain monitoring for production impacts, and funding alignment. The Contractor shall support the Government evaluation of the CPS weapon system prime contractor’s design for manufacturing readiness and producibility.
Support training efforts to include the following:
o Conduct research to support the development and revision of training plans.
o Review existing and supports the development of new training requirements in support of programs and systems.
o Make recommendations and prepares metrics to ensure fleet training requirements are met.
Required Skills and Experience
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least five (5) years of professional experience, OR master’s degree in a relevant field and at least two (2) years of professional experience, OR at least eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in specific PWS task area.
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with an active secret security clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Navy Acquisition Analyst/Engineer
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCORPNavy Acquisition Analyst/Engineer
The Navy Acquisition Analyst/Engineer will assist with program management of US Navy Acoustic Communications (ACCOMS), Depth Sounders, and Sonar Domes Rubber Windows (SDRW) projects in support of PEO IWS5.
Job Description
• Assess and coordinate all Ship Control Documents (SCD) & Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) for non-AN/SQQ-89 equipment for all IWS5 Technical Instruction (TI) builds
• Participate in all applicable trade studies for future Tis and Advanced Capability Builds (ACB)
• Provide PEO IWS5B Support associated with the AN/UQN-10, AN/WQC-2A, follow-on AN/WQC-2A (NGG), TR-232, TR-233, and TR-355 transducers products applicable to (AC/DS) System deliveries for multiple ship platforms including DDGs, DDG-1000, CGs, MCMs, CVNs, LCDs, LPDs, LHAs, and LXRs – legacy and new construction
• Provide AC/DS product and support quotes for proposed Navy platforms including frigate and large surface combatant
• Provide IWS5B AC/DS support relating to government furnished information (GFI) for new construction platforms
• Provide AC/DS support relating to financial planning documents, including 7300, task planning sheets (TPS), obligation phasing plans (annually and across FYDP), SCN execution review (SER), for DDG, CVN, LXR, LHA, and LPD new construction platforms
• Work closely with in-service engineering agents (ISEA) to resolve fielded fleet issues and track contract actions
• Monitor spare assets and develop and maintain a five-year plan for system sustainability to account for planned and emergent utilization of inventories
• Assist in the planning for fielding AN/UYS-10 products, NEWCON and backfits, in the fleet
• Review and analyze monthly warfare cent expenditure reports, ensure timely and proper execution of funding obligations are meeting benchmarks, and actual expenditures are on-pace to meet planned expenditures for the year, recommend to IWS5 any in-year adjustments to funding warfare centers
• Develop allocation review material for annual warfare center and contractor budget planning, assist with negotiations to determine proper funding and manning levels
• Develop participating acquisition resource managers (PARM) review material for presentation to SHIPS
• Review ship program directive (SPD) documents for accuracy and send periodic reminders to acquisition engineering agents (AEA) of upcoming deliveries, ensure funding is obligated to support shipyard preferred dates (SYPD) identified on SPDs
• Create briefing materials suitable for IWS5 leadership, OPNAV sponsors, regional maintenance centers (RMC), and type commanders
Required Skills and Experience
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Good communication Skills
• Experience with US naval undersea warfare systems
• Ship Control Document (SCD) understanding
• Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) development and analysis capabilities
Required Clearance
• Must possess a verifiable Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Junior Acquisition Analyst
Location: District Of Columbia
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Junior Acquisition Analyst
We are seeking a Junior Acquisition Analyst to support tasks that could include but are not limited to the following: acquisition plan development; total ownership cost reduction planning; business process improvement; cost management; program compliance and analysis; procurement support; program baseline and scheduling; acquisition documents; acquisition activities; or related briefing material
Required Skills and Experience
• Demonstrated experience in acquisition management support with the ability to perform all program work assignments
• The following combination of education and/or experience will be given: high school diploma, or GED, and four years of relevant experience, or Associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Required Clearance
• U.S. Citizen with active SECRET security clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Georgia
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Fort Gordon, Georgia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The LLC Site Lead functions as a project manager for an Information Technology (IT) team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support of web-based e-learning solutions that incorporate Army level solutions (such as Enterprise Authentication Management System – Army [EAMS-A] authentication; The Army’s Distributed Learning Program [TADLP]; and Army Training Information System [ATIS]) into a Lifelong Learning solution based on the best technologies available
• Lead day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar task order to provide support and maintenance for Blackboard used by over 40 US Army Schools.
• Direct expert level technical services and support for the Army Training Support Command Lifelong Learning Center (ATSC LLC) Program
• Manage teams of System Engineers, Programmers, Blackboard Subject Matter Experts and Help Desk Analysts
• Lead consolidation of LLC Blackboard services from separate installations to an enterprise datacenter, while minimizing downtime and ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Lead projects involving integrations between various US Army information systems
• Create and manage the distribution of Standard Operation Procedures and User Policies
• Ensure that all security regulations are adhered to and communicated to cross functional teams
• Recommend, plan and manage Blackboard customizations to meet proponent requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience with Information System Engineering or Management
• Experience with web-based learning solutions
• Experience with Army Enterprise Systems preferred
• Military experience is preferred
• Security+
• Secret Clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Kansas
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Leavenworth, Kansas
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The LLC Site Lead functions as a project manager for an Information Technology (IT) team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support of web-based e-learning solutions that incorporate Army level solutions (such as Enterprise Authentication Management System – Army [EAMS-A] authentication; The Army’s Distributed Learning Program [TADLP]; and Army Training Information System [ATIS]) into a Lifelong Learning solution based on the best technologies available
• Lead day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar task order to provide support and maintenance for Blackboard used by over 40 US Army Schools.
• Direct expert level technical services and support for the Army Training Support Command Lifelong Learning Center (ATSC LLC) Program
• Manage teams of System Engineers, Programmers, Blackboard Subject Matter Experts and Help Desk Analysts
• Lead consolidation of LLC Blackboard services from separate installations to an enterprise datacenter, while minimizing downtime and ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Lead projects involving integrations between various US Army information systems
• Create and manage the distribution of Standard Operation Procedures and User Policies
• Ensure that all security regulations are adhered to and communicated to cross functional teams
• Recommend, plan and manage Blackboard customizations to meet proponent requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience with Information System Engineering or Management
• Experience with web-based learning solutions
• Experience with Army Enterprise Systems preferred
• Military experience is preferred
• Security+
• Secret Clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Maryland
Systems Engineer, Senior (On-Site)
Location: Suitland, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Systems Engineer, Senior (On-Site)
The successful candidate must be highly self-motivated with a passion for excellence, attention to detail, great communication skills and an interest in process improvement. This position will be responsible for supporting our customer’s system that is installed on-site in Suitland, MD.
• Install periodic software deliveries
• Ensure physical and network security
• Support cyber security evaluations (i.e. scanning)
• User helpdesk support
• Emergent software and hardware repairs
• Tracking and replacement of obsolete hardware and software
• Hardware technology refreshment
• Issue tracking
• Work closely with the engineering team to resolve engineering issues as needed
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• System Administration experience
• Experience with Red Hat (RHEL) OS
• Experience with Shell scripting
• Network experience (logical and physical)
• Experience with hardware (component level diagnosis/replacement)
• Knowledge of IA considerations (familiarity with STIG’s, accreditation processes, etc.)
• Understand basic Postgres/database
• Previous experience communicating with a large variety of stakeholders – technical support, end users, program and customer leadership, etc.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• YUM package management
• Java/JavaScript web applications
• Puppet, cobbler, ansible
• Hadoop, oozie, cluster processing
• Docker/container management
• Signal processing and display processing
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree from and accredited college/university in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education and a minimum of 6 years of related experience.
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI level clearance. Must have a TS clearance to begin work.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Contract Support Position
Location: Frederick, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYContract Support Position
We are looking for a Contract Support person to support our government customer in Frederick, MD. We are seeking a highly motivated person to support Army Contract and financial matters.
The Contract Support person will assist with preparing solicitations, evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards for the Federal Government.
Direct experience with assisting in administering contracts by preparing modifications, reviewing invoices, resolving issues between the Government and the contractor, and preparing contracts for close-out.
Experience dealing in assisting and putting SOWs together, pricing analysis, and market research.
Experience with negotiating terms and conditions for various types of equipment and service procurements.
Experience with with regulation and compliance of FARs and DFARS for contracts.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• TS/SCI Clearance
• Microsoft Suite – Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Adobe
• A minimum of 4-5 years’ experience working within the field of Government contracting.
• An educational background in business or other contracting or Certifications like DAWIA/FAC-C Level II
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in relevant field (or equivalent experience)
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active TS/SCI clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Information Security Specialist (Mid)
Location: Frederick, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYInformation Security Specialist (Mid)
We are looking for looking for an Information Security Specialist, to support our government customer at Ft. Detrick, MD. We are seeking a highly motivated, technology driven professional.
Under general supervision of the Government lead: This IT professional will use current information security technology disciplines and practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate information assets in accordance with established standards and procedures. Perform as the Information Systems Security Officer for classified and unclassified networks. Responsible for creating and maintaining RMF documentation in support of authorization of TAO networks.
• This ISS will perform technical, analytical, and advisory functions pertinent to Information Technology (IT) programs and ensuring IT programs are compliant with higher authority policies and guidelines.
• Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments to access risks and determine effective corrective measures, review and evaluate the security impact of system changes.
• Responsible for the development of authorization documentation and the Risk Management Program for unclassified information and varied classified information systems.
• Responsible for effectively coordinating Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities of industry and Government information systems to meet authorization milestone timeline requirements.
• Responsible for assisting customers in testing, configuring, utilizing, upgrading, and sanitizing information technology systems.
• Responsible for ensuring all information technology systems processes are compliant with security related directives and guidance for Information Assurance; Information Technology; and Information Management.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Cyber Security
• Minimum of six (6) years Information Technology and Cyber Security experience
• CISSP or CISM Certification
• Experience generating and maintaining RMF documentation
• Experience with Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Cyber Security
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Intelligence Analyst (Mid)
Location: Hanover, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIntelligence Analyst (Mid)
We are looking for Intelligence Analysts to support the Defense Counterintellignece Security Agency in Hanover, MD. We are seeking highly motivated, innovative professionals to provide outstanding support to the DSCA .
The DCSA, formally Defense Security Agency, is a federal agency of the United States Department of Defense solely responsible for the national security clearance process. The Vetting Risk Operations Center (VROC) conducts advanced vetting methodologies designed to address insider threat risk within the government’s cleared population. The Expedited Screening Center (ESC) resides within the VROC to conduct specialized screening of an identified population and contribute to the mitigation of insider threat risk.
Responsibilities:
• The Intelligence Analyst will provide all-source intelligence analysis support using NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS systems, to access required counterintelligence, counterterrorism, insider threat, foreign intelligence entity (FIE), investigations, and operations data in the form of reports, data queries, finished intelligence products, research, briefings, white papers, and other products as required and according to SOPs, protocols, and requirements.
• The Analyst will have the ability to apply understanding of the various forms of intelligence in order to incorporate this data into intelligence analysis to include, but not limited to, HUMINT, SIGINT, OSINT, and investigative data.
• Must have knowledge of IC agencies and organizations’ missions, intelligence products, and database systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform pattern, trend, and link analysis based on analysis of intelligence reporting, message traffic, other data sources, and collaboration with other intelligence analysts, intelligence collectors, and investigators.
• Review and filter SF-86s for foreign nexus criteria and submit filtered files to the ESC intelligence analysts for processing.
• Perform tracking and management activities of internal case files and data, which includes coordination, tracking, and monitoring of the status for the SF-86s received from applicable governmental agencies.
• Process cases through the established protocol to make appropriate analytical assessments.
• Report directly to leadership team of Sr Intel Analysts and Subject Matter Experts.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of threat-country collection methodology and general intelligence activities.
• Familiar in utilizing current intelligence-related automation, applications, tools, and databases to support intelligence analysis and production.
• Proficient in properly marking classified documents, adhering to disparate classifications of data, and handling of classified information across domains.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• High level of attention to detail.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required
• Minimum of four years of Intelligence Analyst experience
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active TS/SCI
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Systems Administrator II
Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc IT-CNPSystems Administrator II
We are seeking a Systems Administrator (SA) Skill Level 2 to provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
Provides remote system administration support, system maintenance, and operation of Windows/Unix workstations. Troubleshoots problems and applies resolutions remotely. Resolves desktop problems and service requests such as software installs remotely using tools such as SMS, Remote Desktop Connection, Active Directory, etc.
Skills and Experience
Qualifications: Ten (10) years of experience as an SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
The Skill Level 2 System Administrator (SA) shall possess the following capabilities:
· Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remain involved in the resolution process
· Provide in-depth experience in trouble-shooting IT systems
· Configure and manage UNIX and Windows and other applicable operating systems, install/load operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of, and configure network components, and implement operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance
· Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets
Candidate’s experience should include a minimum of 3 years of experience with technical background in diverse operating systems (Windows XP is a must), hardware platforms and software packages.
· Use/Knowledge of a Ticketing system, knowledge of Remedy is a plus
· Computer hardware architecture knowledge
· Must have software installation and troubleshooting experience
· Microsoft Exchange knowledge and troubleshooting
· Use/knowledge Microsoft Office Applications
· Use/knowledge of Active Directory
· Use/knowledge Network and Internet Applications and Protocols
· Must possess good communication and customer service skills.
· Candidate must be a team player and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
· Must be able to Multi-task and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
CERTIFICATION: A+ or Net+ certification is required.
Security Clearance
Must possess a Top Secret clearance with SCI Access and current lifestyle polygraph.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Truck Driver Medium
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc Z SystemsTruck Driver Medium
The Truck Driver Medium drives a heavy truck to transport supplies and equipment safely between points and various locations on NIH. This driver may also load or unload truck with or without helpers, secure load, make minor mechanical repairs, and keep truck in good working order. The driver is also responsible for the appropriate documentation to account for the material during the transfer.
Straight truck, 1 1/2 to 4 tons inclusive, usually 6 wheels.
Employee will be subject to harsh weather (cold/heat).
Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 60 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching. This position involves working both indoors and outdoors. Work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather conditions.
Must be able to lift 60 lbs.
Required Skills and Experience
• Must possess a current valid driver’s license
• Must receive a clear general Background Check
• Must pass NIH background screening
• Must pass a drug/alcohol screening
Desired Skills and Experience
• Minimum 3 years truck driving experience
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Warehouse Specialist I
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc Z SystemsWarehouse Specialist I
The Warehouse Specialist I will receive, in-process, sort, transport, categorize, package, palletize, and document warehouse supplies and material.
As directed, the Warehouse Specialist performs a variety of warehousing duties that require an understanding of the establishment’s storage plan. Work involves most of the following: verifying materials (or merchandise) against receiving documents, noting and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages, routing materials to prescribed storage locations; storing, stacking, or palletizing materials in accordance with prescribed storage methods, rearranging and taking inventory of stored materials, examining stored materials and reporting deterioration and damage, removing material from storage and preparing it for shipment or delivery. Work involves removing, identifying, sorting, and replacing similar items in tri-wall storage containers as well as accurately recording serial numbers.
This worker may operate hand or power trucks in performing warehousing duties. Ability to lift, carrying and move 60 lbs.
Required Skills and Experience
• 3-5+ years inventory control experience
• Must possess a current valid driver’s license
• Must receive a clear general Background Check
• Must pass NIH background screening
• Must pass a drug/alcohol screening
Desired Skills and Experience
• NIH warehousing and storage experience
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Proposal Manager
Location: Columbia, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc IT-CNPProposal Manager
We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on, detail-oriented professional with proven proposal management and writing expertise for the Federal and State government sector. Candidate should enjoy working both independently and as part of a dynamic proposal team for small- to large-scale Federal proposals. Facilitates the proposal development process from start to finish. Often acts as both the writer and editor of proposal content. Please apply if you have an interest in working for a rapidly growing Federal cloud and IT consulting company in a high-energy, opportunity-rich, and flexible corporate headquarters environment. The Proposal Manager will drive the overall proposal capture and development effort by leading a cross-functional team to develop winning proposals that are compelling, compliant, and timely:
• Reviews RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs carefully and thoroughly to develop a response plan and provide leadership for the proposal effort
• Creates proposal management plan, proposal kick-off meeting materials, storyboard and writing plans, compliance matrix, proposal outline, and response schedule to guide the team in developing the response
• Facilitates the creation of the capture/strategy/solution sessions for the response to develop win themes, differentiators, and a compelling solution that addresses the SOW and evaluation criteria
• Leads the proposal kickoff meeting to discuss proposal requirements, writing assignments, win themes, and schedules
• Leads the proposal status meetings and debrief meetings
• Facilitates/coordinates responses to questions regarding the RFP
• Writes proposal sections or whole proposals depending on the nature of the tasks required and size of the proposal effort
• Schedules and manage all reviews to ensure that all responses are compelling, compliant, and well written
• Manages technical writing assignments to ensure that submissions are compliant with the outline and RFP instructions and address win themes
• Oversees the proposal production and delivery, ensuring quality and compliance with all RFP requirements
• Capture lessons learned and implement improvements to the proposal process and content
• Reviews proposal sections developed by members of proposal teams, providing guidance and recommendations, and editing sections as appropriate
• Reviews and analyzes solicitation and related documents, ensuring final proposal product is compliant and delivered on schedule
• Other reasonable and normal duties associated with the Proposal Manager position, as directed by the Business Development/Program Manager
Required Skills and Experience
• B.S degree in a related field (Business Administration, English, writing, communications, etc.)
• Direct and substantial experience with responsibility to orchestrate the development of Prime contractor proposals is highly desired
• Five-plus years’ experience in similar activities, or directly related work experience
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• A working knowledge of government proposals, contracts, GSA, FAR is required
• Experience managing IT-focused proposals is ideal
• The skill to independently define, schedule, and manage the proposal preparation process, including the ability to understand and analyze the details of an RFP is a must
• Outstanding communication skills (written and oral); including a strong working knowledge of technology and Microsoft Office Suite is a necessity
• Exceptional facilitation and organization skills are required
• Ability to take direction and follow through independently on research activities
• Sound interpersonal skills inclusive of written and oral communications
• Ability to work effectively under time sensitive deadlines
Work Environment/Physical Requirements
• Office environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Travel Requirements
Occasional local travel within Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Project Manager
Location: Columbia, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc IT-CNPIT Project Manager
We are seeking a full-time Information Technical Project Manager in Columbia, MD location. Great opportunity to join a fast-paced cloud service delivery team and advance your career in information technology project management field.
Candidate must have a good foundational understanding of the following topics:
• Firewalls
• Routing/Switching
• Backup Processes
• Virtual Servers
• Storage Area Networks
• Load Balancing
• Databases
• Agile Software Development
• Computer Clustering
• System Security
• DevOps/DevSecOps
• Web Applications
• Cloud Infrastructure
• Windows/Linux Servers
• Redundancy Strategies
Position Responsibilities
• Establishes, manages, and directs IT projects to deliver on-time, on-budget and result in anticipated value to the customer, resolves or elevates issues as appropriate.
• Performs project management, monitoring/oversight, analysis, and quality control.
• Key contact for direct customer support requirements for designated projects.
• Develops, reviews, negotiates designated project resources and milestones.
• Participates in project planning, kickoffs, and successful high-quality project execution.
• Provides technical project management expertise to customers and other business units.
• Writes, edits, and presents internal and customer project management and technical reports.
• Provides weekly status reports for review by Program and Executive Management.
• Develops work breakdown structures and statements of work.
• Implements risk mitigation plan(s) / corrective actions.
• Coordinates with managers on initiatives, priorities, and outreach activities.
• Works with the technical and information security teams to ensure that coordination and communications are highly effective.
• Ensure project procedures are up to date, compliant and meet customer requirements.
• Participate in proposal teaming and development process and present in demo/sales meetings.
Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related technical field required
• 3+ years of Information Technology experience
• Experience leading software development and cloud infrastructure/migration projects
• Government technology project management/technical experience
• Demonstrated understanding of project management processes, strategies, and methods
• Excellent schedule management, organizational and verbal/written communication skills
• Strong sense of personal accountability regarding decision-making to predict challenges and seek to proactively head-off obstacles
• Experience working in a collaborative environment promoting teamwork mentality
• Managerial experience applying analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of Windows, Linux, networking, and cloud technologies
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office 365 applications including Outlook for email communications, Word for document and proposal development, Excel for financial reporting/modeling, Project for work breakdown structure development and PowerPoint for presentation development.
Desired Skills and Experience
• 1+ years of Project Management experience preferred
• PMP certification is highly desirable (required within 1 year of your date of hire)
• Software Development experience and certification is highly desirable
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior System Administrator
Location: Frederick, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Administrator
We are looking for a Senior System Administrator to serve our Army Customer at Frederick, MD. The Senior Systems Administrator will work in a fast pace and dynamic environment.
Under the general supervision of the Government lead: The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for activities related to system administration; assign personnel to various projects, direct their activities, and evaluate their work.
Ensure long-term requirements of systems operations and administration are included in TAO’s overall information systems planning.
Responsible for the installation, maintenance, configuration, and integrity of computer software.
Responsible for testing, configuring, installing and maintaining network equipment.
Implement operating system enhancements that will improve the reliability and performance of the system.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
• Responsible for monitoring, data backup and recovery techniques, system utilization, and recovery testing.
• Monitor the ongoing operation of the servers and workstations to identify and correct problem areas and provide utilization reports.
• Ensure the optimization of network and system functionality, diagnosing, and recovering failed systems.
• Identify and anticipate server performance, availability, and capacity or configuration problems. Initiate corrective action or preventive actions
• Identify and anticipate server performance, availability, and capacity or configuration problems. Initiate corrective action or preventive actions as required to restore failed system(s).
• Responsible for creating and maintaining network and system diagrams.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Top Secret Clearance
• A Master of Arts (MA)/Master of Science (MS) degree in Information Technology with a minimum often (10) years Information Technology – System Administration experience – or A Bachelor of Arts (BA)/Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Information Technology subjects with a minimum of twelve (12) years Information Technology – System Administration experience
• Security+ Certification
• Experience with DoD / Army Network Environments
• Experience with monitoring, data backups and recovery techniques, system utilization, and recovery testing.
• Experience creating and maintaining network and system diagrams.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Masters Information Technology and 10 Years of experience or Bachelors in Information Technology with 12 years of experience
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Cyber Security Analyst/Incident Responder
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc Watershed SecurityCyber Security Analyst/Incident Responder
We are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst/Incident Responder in Bethesda, MD.
Job Summary
Responsible for computer security, incident handling, remediation, reporting and monitoring of computer assets for the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS).
Responsibilities and Duties
- Investigating/Reporting/Resolving cybersecurity incidents
- Detailed investigation reports of incidents to ISSM/ISSO/CIO
- Removal/Scanning/Quarantine of malware from computer systems
- Splunk/Forcepoint (Websense) initial incident log analysis
- Managing IPs/Domains/Email addresses using Google Admin suite (G Suite)
- Phishing email identification, analysis, containment and mitigation
- Creating email blocks/content/quarantine rules using G Suite security tools
- Research/monitoring using HBSS-McAfee
- Encryption/Decryption of hard drives and laptops
- Creating awareness, and training presentations for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
- Creating/Updating tickets in USUHS ticketing system
- Implementing/Updating SOPs/TTPs for phishing emails
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience can be substituted for degree (4 yrs. experience in the skill area is equivalent to BA/BS degree).
- Five (5) year of directly related experience executing cyber security within an DOD environment
- Experience with incident response and security vulnerabilities experience
- Experience with phishing email investigations, malware analysis of incidents and scans for threats
- Experience implanting Guides (STIGs) and information systems security procedures
- Understanding of pen testing
- Understanding of how to create a threat model
- Experience in defending against cyber threats and attack vendors
- Certification Required: CompTIA Security+ CE
REQUIRED CLEARANCE
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
SIGINT Systems Engineer
Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc CTC Group, LLCSIGINT Systems Engineer
The SIGINT Systems Engineer analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications. Analyzes system requirements and leads design and development activities. Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies. Provides technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology. Incorporates new plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations. Develops technical documentation. Develops system Architecture and system design documentation. Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts. Ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility. Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Fourteen (14) years’ experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
Experience working in a minimum of four of the following: High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), Cellular Protocols, Wi-Fi, Angle of Arrival (AOA), Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA), Frequency Difference of Arrival (FDOA)
Required Clearance
Must possess a full scope polygraph.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
SIGINT Wireless Operational Consultant
Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc CTC Group, LLCSIGINT Wireless Operational Consultant
The SIGINT Wireless Operational Consultant provides operational domain guidance, usage and mission Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) across diverse scenarios by the U.S. and its partners in fully connected enterprise, disconnected operations, and ad-hoc or semi-connected system modes for existing and emergent capabilities against existing and emergent technologies. Provides combination of mission, protocol, and system level experiences to influence successful development efforts. The Wireless Operational Consultant (WOC) assists in the development, sustainment, and operational deployment effort of protocol exploitation, user visualization in diverse usage scenarios. The WOC also influences test strategy selection, multi-sensor usage scenarios and actively engages military services, intelligence teams, technical staff, and mission capability sponsors, with the integrated solutions within threat-environments.
Required Skills and Experience
Six (6) years’ experience in software systems engineering in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Without a Bachelor’s degree, ten (10) years of experience is required.
Experience working in a minimum of four of the following: High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), Cellular Protocols, Wi-Fi, Angle of Arrival (AOA), Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA), and Frequency Difference of Arrival (FDOA)
Required Clearance
Must possess a full scope polygraph.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
SIGINT Software Engineer
Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
C2 Essentials, Inc CTC Group, LLCSIGINT Software Engineer
The SIGINT Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Fourteen (14) years’ experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Experience working in a minimum of four of the following: High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), Cellular Protocols, Wi-Fi, Angle of Arrival (AOA), Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA), and Frequency Difference of Arrival (FDOA)
Required Clearance
Must possess a full scope polygraph.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Missouri
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background. Duties and Responsibilities: REQUIRED EDUCATION
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New York
Senior Network Engineer
Location: Kings Point, New York
C2 Essentials, Inc TIS3 SolutionsSenior Network Engineer
The Senior Network Engineer will help design, implement, troubleshoot, analyze and maintain networks:
• Configures, tests, and maintains LAN/WAN equipment and related services
• Identifies, diagnoses, and resolves network problems
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks, applications and appliances
• Working experience in government environment utilizing NIST and FISMA
Required Skills and Experience
• Bachelors and must have a minimum of 7 years of related experience
• Experience managing data networks, cloud infrastructure
• Possess advanced skills and knowledge in routing, switching, and load balancing and firewall management
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Public Trust.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Desk Side Engineer
Location: Kings Point, New York
C2 Essentials, Inc TIS3 SolutionsDesk Side Engineer
The Desk Side Engineer will resolve, track, and manage escalated technical problems and as necessary, contribute to the knowledge base by creating documentation describing issues encountered, their resolutions and work on the development of processes and documentation to improve the ability of the service desk to detect and resolve problems:
• Active Directory account management implementation and administration
• Microsoft Exchange/Office365 use and/or administration
• Microsoft Windows 10 planning and roll out in enterprise environment
• Install, connect to the network and maintain all computer hardware including PCs, laptops, tablets, printers, data collection devices and telephones
• Install and maintain computer software on users’ devices such as Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite, Antivirus and Malware protection
• Conduct user training on approved software and hardware on an as required basis
• Incident response and client response coordination for hardware and other IT Operations related failures
• Contribute to continual service improvement by assisting with Standard Operations Procedures creation, maintenance and compliance
• Perform routine IT system administration, including health checks and supporting incident resolution
• Perform asset inventories by identifying and labeling IT equipment according to documented standards and update inventory control systems as required
• Ensure deliverables to internal customers are complete, consistent, high quality, on time and deliver valued outcomes
• On occasion, may perform off-hours maintenance and deployments for system releases and/or provide 24×7 support to maintain service availability or to meet customer SLAs
• Evaluate and perform root- cause analysis on escalated issues
• Create documentation to assist other departments with further analysis of technical issues
• Create Knowledge Base Documents to assist Level 1 in resolving repetitive issues
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Provides occasional off- hours on-site support for planned maintenance work, unplanned support issues, or to meet customer SLAs
Required Skills and Experience
• Must have a minimum of four years of experience providing desk side support, acting as specializing in troubleshooting complex and advanced end-user issues with hardware and software
• Must have a broad base of knowledge and be fluent in multiple IT disciplines such as computing and networking HDI Technical Support Professional required within six (6) months of employment
• HDI Technical Support Professional required within six (6) months of employment
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Public Trust.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
North Carolina
IT Project Manager
Location: Fort Bragg, North Carolina
C2 Essentials, Inc Heptagon IT, LLCIT Project Manager
We are seeking an IT Project Manager to perform overall management of the contract. The PM shall be the contractor’s primary point of contact (POC) and shall have the authority to act or make decisions on all matters on behalf of the contractor. The contractor shall designate an alternate who shall be authorized to make decisions in the absence of the PM. The alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contractual matters relating to operations under this TO. s. IT Project Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of any project in the specified IT department, which includes managing a team of employees to ensure projects are completed on time and within specified budgets:
• Setting project goals and coming up with plans to meet those goals
• Maintaining project timeframes
• Budgeting estimates and status reports
• Managing resources for projects, such as computer equipment and employees
• Coordinating project team members and developing schedules and individual responsibilities
• Implementing IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Using project management tools to track project performance and schedule adherence
• Conducting risk assessments for projects
• Organizing meetings to discuss project goals and progress
Required Skills and Experience
• The PM candidate should be well versed in information technology and have either a degree in management or preferably a PMP certification with 8-10 years of experience within the field
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English proficiently
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and software required to perform work (e.g., Microsoft Office software).
• Security+ CE
Clearance Requirements
Must possess a Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with SCI access.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
South Carolina
Shipboard Mechanic
Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Shipboard Mechanic
The Shipboard Mechanic will work on board an Army Prepositioned Ship located in areas to include Korea, Guam and Diego Garcia for a period of 12 months:
• Mechanics will utilize appropriate manuals (Electronic or Hard copy), identifies faulty systems/inoperable components, removes and replaces such components in all categories of equipment; may be required to perform repair to components
• Uses and cares for precision test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment and power tools
• Performs Surveillance inspections, exercise equipment as required, and perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Prepares and maintains required records, work orders, and repair of equipment
• Complies with proper shop safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Responsible for conducting the work associated with Engineering Changes, Modification Work Orders, Maintenance Advisory Messages and Safety of Use of Messages
• At times will be required to participate in ship’s drills and assist as necessary
Required Skills and Experience
• Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator License
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport
• Ability to comply with all established methods, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position
• Per client and job requirements, candidate to be in good physical and mental condition and be free of chronic disabling disease or other such condition which would limit their effectiveness or increase the likelihood of medical repatriation
Additional Important Information:
Due to this unique role, the incumbent is committed to a minimum of one year time in position before he/she can be considered for another position. Upon completion of each year in position incumbent will receive a yearend bonus and one round trip ticket to home of record or destination of less distance. Employees must be in top physical condition as working and living on board ship is physically demanding.
***Candidates are subject to various medical screenings, dental screening, and background check***
Desired Skills and Experience
ASE Certification or formerly held equivalent Military Occupation Specialization of Construction Equipment Repairer, Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, or Tracked Vehicle Mechanic preferred.
Required Clearance
US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Mechanic II
Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Mechanic II
The Automotive Worker performs a variety of minor repairs and services to maintain motor vehicles.
- Places and maintains decals on vehicles
- Checks and replaces batteries
- Rotates, repairs, and replaces tires
- Washes, polishes, and cleans interiors and exteriors of vehicles
- Drains, flushes, and replaces engine, transmission, and differential grease and oils
- Checks, cleans, calibrates, and replaces spark plugs
- Cleans and replaces oil and air filters
- Adjusts brakes, replaces windshield wipers, and similar minor parts
- Assists on major overhaul jobs by disassembling and cleaning parts
- Repairing components such as generators and water pumps
- Replacing thermostats, points, electrical wiring and other items
- Maintains tools and equipment
- Cleans work areas
This position is located on the Naval Weapons Station in Goose Creek, SC.
Required Skills and Experience
- Must have and demonstrate at least 1 year direct experience and general knowledge of basic maintenance functions as listed in the above Position Description and Maintenance Functions
- At least 2 years experience with general maintenance functions or must have demonstrated at least 2 years direct experience
- General knowledge of basic maintenance functions as listed in the above Position Description and Maintenance Functions on Military vehicles such as the M-ATV Oskhosh, Oshkosh MaxxPro, MRAP, HUMVEE
- Possesses personal tools that meets the required tool list
- US Citizen
- Must be able to pass a criminal pre-employment background and drug screening
- Must complete and pass a background check to get access to the Joint Base Charleston facility
- Must have and maintain a valid state driver’s license with the SC REAL ID indicated upon date of hire
Desired Skills and Experience
- Must be have reliable transportation and be able to work in accordance with the current business hours at the Goose Creek, SC facility – 0630-1700 Monday through Thursday. This schedule is subject to change at any time due to customer requirements. A parking lot is located just outside the facility. There are buses available to transport employees to their assigned work area. The parking lot is within walking distance and if employees choose to walk they must adhere to all safety policies and procedures. No bicycles are allowed. The hours of operations for the buses will be provided during orientation.
- Must be able to work Mandatory Overtime when required by the Mission.
Required Clearance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain base access
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Material Handling Laborer
Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Material Handling Laborer
The Material Handling Laborer will perform physical tasks to transport or store materials or merchandise.
Duties involve one or more of the following:
Manually loading or unloading freight cars, trucks, or other transporting devices; unpacking, shelving, or placing items in proper storage locations; or transporting goods by hand truck, cart, or wheelbarrow.
Required Skills and Experience
- Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time, able to lift 20 lbs.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator License
- U.S. or Naturalized Citizen
- Must be able to obtain and maintain military base access
Desired Skills and Experience
- Fork Truck Driving experience a plus
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Heavy Equipment Mechanic
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, power shovels, scrapers, paving machines, motor graders, trench-digging machines, conveyors, bulldozers, dredges, pumps, compressors and pneumatic tools. This worker operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects, dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools, examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges, replaces defective engines and sub-assemblies, such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency. The mechanic welds broken parts and structural members, may direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment, and may repair, adjust and maintain mining machinery, such as stripping and loading shovels, drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. This position may require computer literacy.
General Responsibilities:
Heavy Equipment Mechanic works as an automotive mechanic in the Heavy Wheel maintenance shop. This mechanic will perform field level automotive maintenance on all equipment assigned or work-loaded to the assigned shop – primarily material handling equipment to include military and commercial forklifts, cranes, bull dozers, tractors, earth movers, and mine sweepers. Provides own personal tools. Uses government furnished special tools and facilities to perform responsibilities.
Performs varied duties including:
Field level maintenance on US military automotive equipment. Includes Technical Inspection, diagnostics, parts identification and requisition, and repair in accordance with technical specifications and specified repair times.
- A/C repair and service on a wide range of automotive and material handling equipment
- Maintain maintenance records and documentation in accordance with government regulations and local policies
- Properly use, store, accounting for, and disposal of hazardous materials and waste used and generated in the performance of duties. Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations and procedures for handling and disposal of refrigerant and related hazardous materials.
- Movement of material and assets with forklifts and dollies
- Comply with company and government specified safety policies and procedures
This position is located on the Naval Weapons Station in Goose Creek, SC.
Required Skills and Experience
Qualifications: Certificate of training from vocational school or other recognized source with a major study in automotive maintenance, or other related field
In lieu of formal course work, a combination of college credits, on-the-job training, other formalized training, or ASE certifications may be considered
- Experience: 8 years’ experience in directly relevant work
- Ability to comply with all established environmental regulations, methods, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position
- Ability to interpret and apply technical instruction, schematics, and diagrams
- Possesses personal tools that meets the required tool list
- Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator License.
- U.S. Citizen.
- Must obtain and maintain local base access
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Common Access Card (CAC) requirements.
- Expertise on military equipment is a plus
- EPA certification in Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Program to be compliant with section 609 of the Clean Air Act a plus
Desired Skills and Experience
Heavy Equipment Mechanic on Military vehicles is preferred. MRAPS, M-ATVs and JLTV/HUMVEE Mechanic experience desired.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Mechanic III
Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina
C2 Essentials, Inc Logistics Support, Inc.Mechanic III
The Motor Vehicle Mechanic III repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks or tractors. Work involves most of the following: Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; replacing worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts; grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions; and repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems. In general, the work of the Motor Vehicle Mechanic requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent.
This position is located on the Naval Weapons Station in Goose Creek, SC.
Required Skills and Experience
4-6 years of relevant Mechanic experience. Must have personal tools for this position. Must have a pre-employment drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain Military Base access.
Desired Skills and Experience
Heavy Equipment Mechanic on Military vehicles is preferred. MRAPS, M-ATVs and JLTV/HUMVEE Mechanic experience desired.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Texas
IT Project Manager
Location: Fort Hood, Texas
C2 Essentials, Inc Heptagon IT, LLCIT Project Manager
We are seeking an IT Project Manager to perform overall management of the contract. The PM shall be the contractor’s primary point of contact (POC) and shall have the authority to act or make decisions on all matters on behalf of the contractor. The contractor shall designate an alternate who shall be authorized to make decisions in the absence of the PM. The alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contractual matters relating to operations under this task order. IT Project Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of any project in the specified IT department, which includes managing a team of employees to ensure projects are completed on time and within specified budgets:
• Setting project goals and coming up with plans to meet those goals
• Maintaining project timeframes
• Budgeting estimates and status reports
• Managing resources for projects, such as computer equipment and employees
• Coordinating project team members and developing schedules and individual responsibilities
• Implementing IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Using project management tools to track project performance and schedule adherence
• Conducting risk assessments for projects
• Organizing meetings to discuss project goals and progress
Required Skills and Experience
• The PM candidate should be well versed in information technology and have either a degree in management or preferably a PMP certification with 8-10 years of experience within the field
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English proficiently
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and software required to perform work (e.g., Microsoft Office software).
• Security+ CE
Clearance Requirements
Must possess a Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with SCI access.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Fort Bliss, Texas
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The LLC Site Lead functions as a project manager for an Information Technology (IT) team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support of web-based e-learning solutions that incorporate Army level solutions (such as Enterprise Authentication Management System – Army [EAMS-A] authentication; The Army’s Distributed Learning Program [TADLP]; and Army Training Information System [ATIS]) into a Lifelong Learning solution based on the best technologies available
• Lead day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar task order to provide support and maintenance for Blackboard used by over 40 US Army Schools.
• Direct expert level technical services and support for the Army Training Support Command Lifelong Learning Center (ATSC LLC) Program
• Manage teams of System Engineers, Programmers, Blackboard Subject Matter Experts and Help Desk Analysts
• Lead consolidation of LLC Blackboard services from separate installations to an enterprise datacenter, while minimizing downtime and ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Lead projects involving integrations between various US Army information systems
• Create and manage the distribution of Standard Operation Procedures and User Policies
• Ensure that all security regulations are adhered to and communicated to cross functional teams
• Recommend, plan and manage Blackboard customizations to meet proponent requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience with Information System Engineering or Management
• Experience with web-based learning solutions
• Experience with Army Enterprise Systems preferred
• Military experience is preferred
• Security+
• Secret Clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Virginia
Software Test Automation Engineer (SME)
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Software Test Automation Engineer (SME)
The Software Test Automation Engineer (SME) will participate in the design, development, verification and deployment of complex new test automation software. You will utilize previous software experience, and skills to develop automation software using languages and technologies to include C/C++, Python, Agile and continuous integration.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with Agile, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment.
• Experience with C++ and or Java.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Proficient working with LINUX/UNIX development and test platforms.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with RedHat (RHEL) 6.x, 7.x, 8.x
• Experience working in a continuous integration environment
• Experience developing/integration of engineering tools in an Agile environment.
• Experience with Agile software development process of continuous integration.
• Scaled Agile Framework experience working as part of a SCRUM team.
• Experience with test driven development and automated test.
• Previous software development and test experience.
• Experience performing software integration, software testing, test automation and test development.
• Experience using model-based system engineering methods and tools for software development and test.
Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, with strong software skills and a minimum of three years of related experience.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance and must have the clearance to begin work.
• Experience developing for SONAR and/or weapons, especially in a submarine environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Candidate must be U.S. citizen able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Network Engineer
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Network Engineer
Performs network design, development, and troubleshooting, as well as system performance analysis and design.
Network Engineer Required Tasks:
• Responsible for network monitoring and maintenance, configuration management, network support and problem resolution, system performance analysis and evaluation, performance metrics analysis, and failure analysis on ASW program.
• Interfaces with customers, developers, and support programs to ensure optimal flow of communications between subsystems.
• Expected to significantly contribute to the design and planning of network communications systems to include specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture on multiple programs.
• Perform evaluation and make recommendations on network hardware and software selections, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet tactical programmatic needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Conduct performance and failover testing of network devices and their impact to system stability.
• Maintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware/software interconnection and interfaces – such as firewalls, routers, switches, gateways, middleware, etc. and all OSI layer 1/2/3/4 functionality involved.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance capabilities of the network system performance and monitoring.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Network Integration experience for a variety of network protocol standards
• Experience analyzing VLANs, spanning-tree, routing (static and dynamically implemented protocols), ACLs, IP addressing and subnetting
• Knowledge of packet analysis tools such as Wireshark or Sniffers
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Network development and integration experience for a variety of network protocol standards including:
• TCP/IP, HSRP/VRRP, RIP, OSPF, BGP, RSTP (802.1w), MSTP (802.1s), DHCP, 802.1q tagging, multicast, PAgP or LACP (EtherChannel), QoS and Active-Active technologies (vPC and IRF)
• Strong network troubleshooting and problem identification
• Familiarity with network device vendors such as Cisco, HP and Arista. Excellent technical, interpersonal, presentation, and problem management skills
• Familiarity with 1/10/25/40/100 Gig protocols, serial and satellite links, cable standards, and optical specifications/requirements.
• Familiarity with Linux, SNMP, Python and Bash is a plus
• Knowledge of TCP/UDP protocol packet format desirable
• Knowledge of Software Define Networking using OVS is a plus
• Kowledge of VxLAN is a plus
Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 3 or more years of professional experience.
• Strong communication skills
• A DoD Secret level clearance is required to start.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and have a DoD Secret clearance to begin work
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
System Software Developer and Integrator
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.System Software Developer and Integrator
We are looking for an energetic, forwarding thinking engineer to support the architecture, development and testing of a next generation system. This system includes concepts such as secure High Availability (HA) cloud-based storage and orchestration solutions, advanced networking solutions and edge devices, and system management.
System Software Developer and Integrator Duties May Include:
• Technical engagements and presentations with technical leads
• Working with a small to medium-sized agile team
• Prototyping a cloud-based Linux system that supports a variety of application footprints
• Rapid evaluation of technology viability to technical leads
• 70% of the position is integrating FOSS and software
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Proficiency implementing algorithms in two of the following: (C, NodeJS, Python, C++, Java)
• Proficient in functional or object-oriented programming
• Fast learner who can quickly pickup new technologies
• Experience with Containerization/Virtualization
• Podman, Docker, Kubernetes experience combined with Linux, Bash, and Python are key skills needed here.
System Software Developer and Integrator Highly Desirable Skills:
• Hands-on experience in two or more of the following areas
1. Architecting/developing HA cloud-based Linux systems
2. Cloud-based system orchestration via a Kubernetes/OpenShift stack
3. Containerizing/Virtualizing applications
4. Software defined networking (SDN)
5. Distributed Storage (e.g. HDFS, Ceph, Gluster)
6. Messaging Middleware
7. RESTful service development
8. Experience with micro-service or lambda-based architectures
9. Experience with integration of systems into a system of systems
10. Familiar with model-based systems engineering, SysML and related tools (MagicDraw, Rhapsody or other).
System Software Developer and Integrator Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience and three or more years of professional experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work overtime and off shift when dictated to support business needs
• Task driven with ability to work independently
• Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships with the team members which fosters team success
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and have a DoD Secret clearance to begin work
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
System Engineer – Cyber Security
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.System Engineer – Cyber Security
Assesses security controls to preserve the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems. Supports a Linux- based development team by assessing the systems for security vulnerabilities and provides direction based on risk assessment. Provides security engineering expertise to develop security documentation packages consistent with federal requirements, specifically the DOD 8500 series, NIST SP 800-53 and ICD 503. Performs assessment and authorization activities with government authorities and certification agents to obtain official Authorization to Operate (ATO) or Interim Authorization to Test on Enterprise and Platform IT (PIT) systems.
System Engineer – Cyber Security Duties May Include:
• Evaluating requirements, selecting security controls, reviewing installation procedures.
• Identify technological and functional risks inherent in system functionality, system exposure, and data sensitivity to determine the required security controls.
• Tailoring and configuring security controls for specific product use, security assessment plan preparation, test procedure preparation, test execution and reporting.
• Performing security vulnerability assessments using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and performing SCAP security assessment/configuration.
• Provides support as the technical interface with customers, vendors, suppliers, and internal organization for related issues. Identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Conducting verification and validation of test procedures and script changes.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with Linux (Red Hat) file systems, kernel design, and device-level driver integration.
• Experience with TCP/IP and Network domain knowledge.
• Familiarity with using Bash/Shell to produce hardening scripts and workable knowledge of using utilities such as SCAP and ACAS to identify system vulnerabilities.
• Run STIG scans
• Run ACAS scans
• Make recommendations about fixes for findings.
• Write up mitigation statements or explanations for things we can’t fix
• Familiarity with DISA STIGS and the ability to harden applications (e.g., OS, web server, database, etc.) in accordance with the recommended STIG guidance.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) authorities regarding security requirements and their implementation method.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience working in an Agile/Sprint release planning environment including depth of understanding of providing impact analysis on testing as Sprint and releases are introduced to the integration environment.
• Existing certifications (e.g., Security+, CEH, Network+, CISSP, etc.).
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Cyber Security or equivalent demonstrated experience in the field of cyber security/informational assurance.
• Candidate must have an active DoD Secret level security clearance to begin work.
• Proactive/self-starter. Task driven with ability to work independently.
• Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships that fosters team success.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Cyber Security or equivalent demonstrated experience in the field of cyber security/informational assurance.
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Must have and be able to maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Systems Integration Engineer
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Systems Integration Engineer
The Systems Integration Engineer will be responsible for addressing a variety of software, hardware, and infrastructure issues related to integrating a complex system of subsystems and functional capabilities in a simulated tactical lab environment. The selected candidate will participate in the System Engineering life cycle, including software development and early integration, hardware stand-up, string and system integration, test definition, test planning, system certification and sell-off, and system delivery and production support. Must have a DoD Secret Clearance to begin work.
Systems Integration Engineer Required Tasks:
• Integration support across lab and customer facilities requiring systems integration skills in software, hardware, and networking.
• Tasks may include weekly software builds, installs, and checkout, hardware health and grooming to include network/cross-site connectivity, servers, disk drives, displays, HMI, KVM, and BIOS, resolving build issues, developing and running test procedures, resource scheduling, asset allocation and configuration, and support to partner organizations.
• The selected candidate should be a self-starter with solid integration skills, able to work independently and handle multiple integration aspects of a program.
• Limited yearly travel to support integration and interface testing, customer installations and troubleshooting/grooming systems.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a related field and two or more years of related experience, or a combination of education/experience.
• Demonstrated experience and success collaborating in a team environment for system development and integration, with strong knowledge of system hardware and software configuration, networking, and hardware standup and troubleshooting.
• Strong Linux experience (preferably Red Hat) with the ability to create and edit scripts (i.e., bash, csh, ksh, and tcish), along with software debugging/troubleshooting experience.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work as a part of a diverse team, small to medium size groups, both in support and leadership functions.
• Must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, the ability to be flexible, dedicated, detail-focused, and team oriented.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and have a DoD Secret clearance to begin work.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with compiling, installing, running, and testing function segments (including third-party software) and making modifications to support different hardware and network configurations.
• Knowledgeable in software programming languages (i.e., C++, Java).
• Experience with software compilation utilities (i.e., GIT, Jenkins, Artifactory, and Gradle).
• Networking skills; familiar with Cisco router and switches.
• Previous experience with Anti-Submarine Warfare.
• Demonstrated skills in coordinating with U.S. Navy customers, Program Office, and industry office.
• Experience with passive and active sonar, acoustic simulation, infrastructure, displays, etc.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and have a DoD Secret clearance to begin work
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Software Test Automation Engineer
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Software Test Automation Engineer
The Software Test Automation Engineer will participate in the design, development, verification and deployment of complex new test automation software. You will utilize previous software experience, and skills to develop automation software using languages and technologies to include C/C++, Python, Agile and continuous integration.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with Agile, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment.
• Experience with C++ and or Java.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Proficient working with LINUX/UNIX development and test platforms.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with RedHat (RHEL) 6.x, 7.x, 8.x
• Experience working in a continuous integration environment
• Experience developing/integration of engineering tools in an Agile environment.
• Experience with Agile software development process of continuous integration.
• Scaled Agile Framework experience working as part of a SCRUM team.
• Experience with test driven development and automated test.
• Previous software development and test experience.
• Experience performing software integration, software testing, test automation and test development.
• Experience using model-based system engineering methods and tools for software development and test.
Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, with strong software skills and a minimum of three years of related experience.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance and must have the clearance to begin work.
• Experience developing for SONAR and/or weapons, especially in a submarine environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Candidate must be U.S. citizen able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Linux Developer
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Linux Developer
Perform LINUX programming tasks for the development of complex military and space systems. Install newly developed software enhancement and improvement packages. Isolate the source of system operational performance deficiencies to either software or hardware problems. Test, debug, and modify custom software applications as part of a team working an overall systems software development and improvement process. Success in this position requires an assertive, confident attitude and a commitment to working as a part of a team to meet critical delivery schedules.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Develop LINUX code and custom software to support software and hardware operability.
• Create LINUX scripts in support of software integration in a laboratory environment.
• Provide support for troubleshooting HW/OS/Drivers/Firmware/Network issues.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and isolate problems found during testing in a Linux environment and create detailed bug reports.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience working in an Agile/Sprint release planning environment including depth of understanding of providing impact analysis on testing as Sprint and releases are introduced to the integration environment.
• Experience at the Linux command line.
• Experience interfacing to RESTful APIs using JSON or XML messaging such as Sinatra (Ruby).
• Sound knowledge of Java/C++ development and how it relates to testing.
Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience and one to five year’s professional experience.
• Proactive/self-starter. Task-driven with ability to work independently.
• Team player who takes ownership and develops relationships with team members which fosters team success.
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift when required.
• A DoD Secret level clearance is required to start.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Candidate must be U.S. citizen able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
SharePoint Developer/Admin – Mid
Location: Fort Belvoir, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSharePoint Developer/Admin – Mid
This individual will provide functional support of the design, development, validation, and sustainment of Microsoft SharePoint and Project Server.
This individual should possess solid knowledge with SharePoint out-of-the-box (OOTB) components and demonstrated experience in working/developing custom SharePoint-based solutions.
This individual shall have experience utilizing SharePoint Designer, SharePoint App/Object Model, Nintex forms, Nintex workflows, InfoPath Designer 2010/2013, SharePoint custom workflows, and OOTB SharePoint capabilities such as content types, advanced permissions, search scopes, audience targeting, custom views, site and list templates, custom lists, analytics, managed metadata, and other inherent SharePoint functionality.
• Design, development and maintain a SharePoint portal that can seamlessly facilitate DoD audit requests.
• SharePoint workflow development.
• Manage user permissions and access requests.
• Create and maintain sites, workspaces and workflows.
• Collaborate with client to document portal requirements.
• Troubleshooting technical problems.
• Support ad hoc client requests.
Required Skills and Experience
• Five years of experience in SharePoint development
• Bachelor’s degree
• CompTIA A+ certificate or equivalent
• SharePoint certification (2013 or 2016)
Required Education
• Bachelors in relevant field (or equivalent experience)
Required Security Clearance
• Active Department of Defense Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Cybersecurity Systems Architect
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.Cybersecurity Systems Architect
Performs architectural design and development and integration of new features into legacy infrastructures for cyber systems, subsystems and networks. Performs studies to aid in system designs for cyber security framework while ensuring compliance to requirements. Success in this position requires an assertive, confident attitude and a commitment to working as a part of a team to meet critical delivery schedules.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Understand current system architecture, cyber posture along with future architectural plans.
• Analyze customer requirements in order to provide architectural decisions.
• Design, develop, integrate and test overall cyber security infrastructure.
• Perform design analysis, technology assessments, and trade studies.
• Specify and select COTS based open architectures.
• Identify and mitigate cyber security vulnerabilities.
• Lead Cyber team in execution of these tasks in an agile approach with collaboration across the larger project’s Teams (Program Office, Systems Engineering, Software, Hardware, Integration and Test, and Integrated Logistics).
• Experience with complex systems development and evaluation.
• Experience with cybersecurity open architecture principles.
• Familiarity with Cybersecurity governance framework.
• Familiarity with Risk Management and NIST standards and guidelines.
• Experience with the full cybersecurity lifecycle.
• Strong communication skills to explain design issues and solutions.
• Must be obtain and maintain a DoD Secret.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Previous NAVINTEL program experience
• DIACAP certification
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience and minimum of 6 years of related professional experience. • Prefer Engineering background with cyber experience.
• CISSP or similar security certification.
• Proactive/self-starter.
• Task driven with ability to work independently.
• Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships with the team members which fosters team success.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience and minimum of 6 years of related professional experience.
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Must have and be able to maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Systems Administrator
Location: Arlington, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSystems Administrator
We are looking for looking for a System Administrators to serve our Army Customer at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. The Systems Administrator will work in a fast pace and dynamic environment. You will provide support in the areas of Cybersecurity and Information management support.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The individual should be knowledgeable of Army Enterprise Classified Networks and Domains
• The individual will have operational knowledge on VTC Setup and maintenance
• Performs high and low risk data transfers, ensures systems are operational and network connectivity is operational
• Performs high-level, day-to-day operational maintenance, support, and upgrades for complex operating systems, workstations and servers.
• Coordinates, directs and performs complex software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages.
• Schedules installations and upgrades and maintains them in accordance with established IT policies and procedures.
• Continually monitors and tunes multiple systems to achieve optimum performance levels.
• Ensures workstation/server data integrity by evaluating, implementing, and managing appropriate software and hardware solutions of varying complexities.
• Ensures data/media recoverability by developing and implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.
• Plans and implements the modernization of servers.
• Develops, implements and promotes standard operating procedures and schedules as well as enforces cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Conducts hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
• Develops and implements new standards, policies and procedures.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• TS/SCI Clearance
• 5+ years of experience
• Experience with DoD / Army Network Environment, preferably CIO/G-6
• IAT II Certified (CompTIA Security +)
• SharePoint – Technical experience
• SATCOM experience preferred
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in relevant field (or equivalent experience)
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Integrated Master Scheduler
Location: Fort Belvoir, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIntegrated Master Scheduler
Seeking a Master Scheduler to support the EITaaS Program at Fort Belvoir, VA. The ideal candidate will possess the skills/knowledge/experience below:
• Developing and maintaining an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for multiple concurrent projects and O&S activities to summarize a program portfolio in support of the PM and PMO. This will require liaison with mission partners and task owners to determine the sequencing, dependencies, and duration of activities.
• Support the Government with Integrated Master Schedules that are developed and maintained for multiple projects. This will require the contractor to work with mission partners and task owners to determine the sequencing and duration of activities.
• Develop network diagrams to determine critical paths and critical path activities.
• Evaluate -what if- scenarios to determine how the project schedules are affected and review these project schedules and brief management on slippage or potential slippage.
• Attend pertinent project meetings and proactively validate schedule milestones, document engineering constraints and/or slippage or acceleration of work activities while analyzing emerging risk items and performance trends for root causes.
• Provide support to the Government with five to seven projects or programs
• Support the development and the sustainment of appropriate project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
Required Skills and Experience
• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in highly analytical courses (e.g., Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Project Server
Required Education
• Bachelors in relevant field (or equivalent experience)
Required Security Clearance
• Active Department of Defense Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
C++ Software Developer
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.C++ Software Developer
C++ Software Developer creates solutions to complex problems with the end user/client in mind. The ideal candidate has gained experience with the full software development lifecycle in an object-oriented analysis and design environment. The Developer will be responsible for performing system software development tasks and activities to include:
• Develops C++ software programs for complex military and space systems
• Installs and tests new and legacy developed software enhancement and improvement packages
• Isolates system operational performance deficiencies related software, tests, debugs, and modifies custom software applications
• Resolves software and hardware compatibility and operability issues
• Supports software integration activities
• Work with cross-functional engineering teams in conducting system/software analysis and design
• Success in this position requires an assertive, confident attitude and a commitment to working as a part of a team to meet critical delivery schedules.
• Candidate must be to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Ability to use and code in LINUX/UNIX proficiently.
• Basic commands
• Scripting (bash, python, etc.)
• Experience with Sysvinit and Systemd
• Experience with modifying kernel settings, ulimits, etc.
• Experience with VxWorks real-time operating system
• Develop custom C++ software code, debugs, troubleshoots, and resolves software and hardware compatibility and operability issues
• Use data structures, software engineering, OOD, C++ programing techniques and algorithms to write, debug and test code
• Performs software integration in a laboratory environment
• Follows and executes procedures – installation, recovery, checkout, test, etc.
• Follows direction of software development team leads
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with Wind River specialized embedded O/S, virtualization platforms and development tools
• Strong Debugging skills
1. Dmesg, Ispci, Isof, netstat, etc.
2. Gdb
3. Jconsole, jvisualvm
• Ability to rotate from code developer into the integration role when needed.
• System-level & architecture concepts
1. Middleware/Corba
2. Basic networking (UDP/TCP, interface management, sub-interfaces, etc.)
3. NTP and time distribution
4. DHCP and IP distribution
5. NFS and filesystem distribution
• Version control & Automation experience
1. Basic concepts of branching and merging
2. git / gerrit / Jenkins
Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience and three to five year’s professional experience
• Willingness to work overtime and off shift when dictated to support business needs.
• Task driven with ability to work independently
• Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships with the team members which fosters team success
• May require minimal travel
• Must have DoD Secret clearance before beginning work
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Candidate must be U.S. citizen able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Lead Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Tysons Corner, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Watershed SecurityLead Cyber Security Engineer
We are looking for a Lead Cyber Security Engineer in Tyson’s Corner, VA.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Ensures networks, applications and information systems meet security posture and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Establishes computer and physical security by developing standards, policies and procedures.
- Coordinates with IT and facilities security and recommends improvements.
- Monitors use of data files and regulates access to safeguard information.
- Ensures authorized access by investigating improper access, revoking access, reporting violations and monitoring information requests.
- Ensures that systems are safeguarded by ensuring that regular backups are performed, procedures are followed for source code management and disaster preparedness and recommending improvements.
- Develops and leads security awareness by providing briefings, educational material and on-going communication.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publication and maintaining Continuous Education Units (CEU).
- Encrypts data transmissions and erects firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted.
- Leads project teams and performs all duties associated with supervising/managing employees.
Qualifications
- 10+ years’ experience working as a full-time Information Assurance/Cyber Security Analyst or similar position
- BS in Computer Science or related field or substitutable experience
- Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and experience with Interim Authority to Test (IATT), DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP)
- Working knowledge of network protocols, routers, hubs, and switches.
- CompTIA Security + CE Certification or higher required
- OS certification is required
Required Clearance
- Active Secret Security Clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Software Developer
Location: Quantico, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Watershed SecuritySoftware Developer
We are currently searching for a Software Developer in Quantico, Virginia.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Interface with Management Analysts and customers to capture their requirements and will develop and deploy solutions (utilizing C++, Java Script, Perl, Python, Ruby or Cold Fusion.Net).
- Address business data requests queue – including interacting with business partners to better understand needs, recommend best way to address needs, query and extract data from relevant systems
- Execute agile methodology or hybrid approach as required
- Incorporate industry best practices into daily work and team processes
- Assist with the interpretation of data and provide a repeatable and consistent evaluations
- Responsible for capturing user requirements for applications from key stakeholders
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with current technologies related to software development
- Must have knowledge and direct experience utilizing purpose languages to include: Java Script, C++, Perl, Python, Ruby or Cold Fusion
- Experience with agile methodology or hybrid approach
- Experience and understanding of Oracle, SQL, Erwin Data Modeler, CVS and/or Apache
- Must have active Secret Clearance
- CompTIA Security+ CE is required
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is PREFERRED, not required
Required Clearance
- Must have active Secret Clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Navy Qualified Validator II
Location: Dahlgren, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Watershed SecurityNavy Qualified Validator II
We are looking for a Navy Qualified Validator in Dahlgren, VA.
Job Summary
The position will support the customer and internal stakeholders as a Navy Validator with significant experience.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Reference expert cyber knowledge in their field while and interacting with customers, peers and their staff to ensure quality services
- Commitment to improvement and alignment with project management best practices
- Perform all required and approved ISSM RMF process steps
- Support implementation of the RMF for assigned programs, organizations and systems
- Maintain and report system’s A&A status and issues
- Develop, track, resolve and maintain the SP for assigned systems
- Perform annual security reviews, annual testing of information assurance controls
- Execute annual testing of the contingency plan to maintain FISMA compliance
- Asses periodically (minimum annually) the quality of security control
- Perform implementation against requirements
- Plan and perform cybersecurity testing to assess security controls and recording
Required Skills and Experience
- Must have 6 years of directly related experience supporting RMF within an USN environment
- Must have 3 years of experience working with or supporting the Navy
- Experience with vulnerability management, tools and cybersecurity
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in RMF
- Required Certification: CompTIA Security+ CE or higher
- Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Must have a Navy Validator Level II or III Certification
Required Clearance
- Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Chief Operating Officer
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc National GEM ConsortiumChief Operating Officer
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) manages the entire day-to-day operations of the organization. In that capacity, they will be responsible for the oversight of a current full-time team of three, responsible for the finance, fellowship administration and programs of the organization, as well as consultants engaged in managing projects, communications and marketing. As the organization’s COO, this individual will be expected to drive the effectiveness and efficiency of the institution’s people, processes and systems to ensure we have the best infrastructure to support sustained, aggressive growth. Reporting to the CEO, the expectation is that this individual will be a member of the organization’s senior team and as such will be engaged in strategic conversations around the organization’s growth. Specific activities that the position will support include, but are not limited to the following:
• Managing the fellowship application cycle process
• Managing the relationship of our third-party application development team (Fulcrum) on supporting our online portal
• Managing communications with all constituents through the website, email and social media platforms
• Managing the Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees Laboratory (GRAD Lab) workshop
• Managing the Future Faculty and Professionals (FFP) Symposium
• Managing all grant-related administration
• Overseeing organizational financial activity to present to the CEO
• Managing all operations around the annual conference
• Managing all organizational contracts
• Managing all office space related activities (cleaning etc.)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership
1. Serve as a member on the organization’s senior team to help drive the organization’s overall strategy.
2. Provide guidance on best practices for organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
3. Provide guidance and leadership around goals and objectives to all operational staff to ensure proper goals alignment within the organization.
Communication
1. Participate in regular senior team meetings (weekly supervisors, rotation meetings).
2. Respond to escalated issues around operations.
3. Manage the development and coordination of promotional mailings and other initiatives for specified program areas.
4. Manage an effective communication network for the organization.
5. Provide a dashboard of operations so that senior team members can easily understand whether initiatives are properly supported and on time.
Technical
1. Understand the overall goals and objectives of all programs.
2. Manage procedures to evaluate and measure programs.
3. Manage an accurate database of all constituents.
4. Support development and evaluation of the data management system.
5. Make recommendations on tools and technology upgrades that support optimal program performance and measurement.
6. Manage the Implementation of advertising/promotion plans for programs.
Required Skills and Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
M.S., M.A. desired, but not required (Background in science, engineering, business, or program development and management, a plus); or three years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in project and/or database management is a plus. Experience in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of fellowship/ scholarship or professional development programs for students are also a plus.
Must possess good oral and written communication skills, and organization skills. Word processing and database skills required. Must have ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to take initiative to solve problems and be able to handle and prioritize multiple projects. Must have some experience with short-term strategic planning and goal setting. Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat. Creative and critical thinking skills are desired. Proficiency in social media engagement is a plus.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and accounting.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic Microsoft word software or similar; Spreadsheet software; Database software and Contact Management systems.
Occasional travel is required to board meetings or program-related events as assigned by the CEO.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Operations Project Manager
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc National GEM ConsortiumOperations Project Manager
The Operations Project Manager will create a project management infrastructure within the organization in order to allow for the efficient and effective management of people, processes and systems internal to the organization. One specific project that will be immediately under his/her purview will be the current website redesign and the management of the online presence of the relatively new line of business for the organization, I4, which is a program designed around raising awareness of entrepreneurship. Currently that project is being implemented by an external third-party vendor and so the onus will be on the Operations Project Manager to ensure that milestones are met and deliverables are on time. Other projects on the near horizon will be the augmentation of our internal web portal as well as the annual conference. Specific activities that the position will support include, but are not limited to the following:
• The creation and maintenance of a master project plan for the entire organization
• The creation and maintenance of process manuals associated with all operational activities
• The creation of a project plan specific to the current website redesign
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership
1. Create a robust project management infrastructure for the organization.
2. Provide advice and recommendations to the COO on managing people, processes and systems as relates to project activity.
3. Be proactive in identifying potential operational stress points throughout the year on all initiatives to the COO.
Communication
1. Participate in regular Operations team meetings.
2. Respond to escalated issues around project implementation.
3. Provide a dashboard to the COO that allows for easy translation of project progress.
Technical
1. Understand the overall goals and objectives of all programs.
2. Create dashboards and Gantt charts to assist in project tracking.
3. Utilize the most appropriate tools for project management.
Required Skills and Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
M.S., M.A. desired, but not required (Background in science, engineering, business, or program development and management, a plus); or three years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in project and/or database management is a plus. Experience in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of fellowship/ scholarship or professional development programs for students are also a plus.
Must possess good oral and written communication skills, and organization skills. Word processing and database skills required. Must have ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to take initiative to solve problems and be able to handle and prioritize multiple projects. Must have some experience with short-term strategic planning and goal setting. Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat. Creative and critical thinking skills are desired. Proficiency in social media engagement is a plus.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and accounting.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic Microsoft word software or similar; Spreadsheet software; Database software and Contact Management systems.
Occasional travel is required to board meetings or program-related events as assigned by the COO.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Alumni Relations Manager
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc National GEM ConsortiumAlumni Relations Manager
The Alumni Relations Manager manages the entire relationship between the organization and its fellows and alums outside of the fellowship application management process. In that capacity, he/she will be charged with understanding the fellows and alumni population, managing that knowledge through the use of internal application and ensuring that the organization is offering the appropriate programs and services to support them while they are fellows as well as when they become alums. This role not only requires a keen understanding of how to provide programmatic support, but more importantly how to establish and nurture relationships in an effort to build a vibrant and impactful community. Specific activities that the position will support include, but are not limited to the following:
• Maintaining an accurate database with the most updated contact information for all fellows and alums
• Maintaining an accurate system to track career trajectories of fellows and alums
• Creating a reporting mechanism to inform the COO on trends or data points of interest that could dictate future activity
• Working with the COO to design/augment programs and services to support fellows and alums
• Developing appropriate feedback mechanisms to assess customer satisfaction
• Creating a robust communication plan around fellows and alums
• Managing the weekly virtual fellows Zoom meet ups
• Managing LinkedIn account and other social media platforms
• Managing the Alumni Ambassadors’ program
• Collaborating with other key staff members to capture the stories around key alums and administrators for the 50th anniversary book
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership
1. Build a culture of excellence and giving back within the fellows and alum community.
2. Strategize with the COO on sales opportunities based on alums that may be at corporations that could be potential leads.
3. Provide thought leadership on best practices around membership organizations.
Communication
1. Participate in regular Operations team meetings.
2. Respond to escalated issues around fellows and alum activity.
3. Develop and coordinate promotional mailings and other initiatives for specified program areas.
4. Effectively communicate to all fellows and alums.
5. Provide a dashboard to the COO that allows for easy translation into next steps.
Technical
1. Understand the overall goals and objectives of all programs.
2. Create procedures to evaluate and measure programs.
3. Maintain an accurate database of all fellows and alums.
4. Support the development and evaluation of the data management system.
5. Make recommendations on tools and technology upgrades that support optimal program performance and measurement.
6. Collaborate on creating advertising/promotion plans for programs and services that support fellows and alums.
Required Skills and Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
M.S., M.A. desired, but not required (Background in science, engineering, business, or program development and management, a plus); or three years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in project and/or database management is a plus.
Experience in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of fellowship/ scholarship or professional development programs for students are also a plus.
Must possess good oral and written communication skills, and organization skills. Word processing and database skills required. Must have ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to take initiative to solve problems and be able to handle and prioritize multiple projects. Must have some experience with short-term strategic planning and goal setting. Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat. Creative and critical thinking skills are desired. Proficiency in social media engagement is a plus.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and accounting.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic Microsoft word software or similar; Spreadsheet software; Database software and Contact Management systems.
Occasional travel is required to board meetings or program-related events as assigned by the COO.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Communications Consultant
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc National GEM ConsortiumCommunications Consultant
The Communications Consultant will be responsible for coordinating the overall communications and service offerings to various constituents. For applicants for the fellowship, we provide information on how to successfully complete the application process. For employers, we provide information on how to efficiently and effectively select fellows as well as how to post jobs or participate in events. For alums, we provide updates on its mission progress as well as invitations to events. We also partner with other non-profits to collectively support each other’s initiatives in an effort to continue to advance diversity in STEM. In this capacity, the Communications Consultant will work with all program and service leads as well as the COO to ensure that a proper schedule, tone and implementation of all communication artifacts is in place for the organization. Specific activities that the position will support include, but are not limited to the following:
• The creation and maintenance of a communications calendar
• The creation/augmentation of standard communication templates that effectively match overall organizational tone as well as the specific call to action
• Metrics tracking communication penetration and success rates
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership
1. Create a robust communications management infrastructure for the organization.
2. Provide advice and recommendations to the COO on communications protocols.
3. Be proactive in identifying potential communication stress points throughout the year on all initiatives to the COO.
Communication
1. Participate in regular Operations team meetings.
2. Respond to escalated issues around communications.
3. Provide a communications calendar to the all that allows for easy identification of upcoming activities.
Technical
1. Understand the overall goals and objectives of all programs.
2. Create an intuitive communications calendar.
3. Utilize the most appropriate tools for communications management.
Required Skills and Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
M.S., M.A. desired, but not required (Background in science, engineering, business, or program development and management, a plus); or three years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in project and/or database management is a plus. Experience in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of fellowship/ scholarship or professional development programs for students are also a plus.
Must possess good oral and written communication skills, and organization skills. Word processing and database skills required. Must have ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to take initiative to solve problems and be able to handle and prioritize multiple projects. Must have some experience with short-term strategic planning and goal setting. Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat. Creative and critical thinking skills are desired. Proficiency in social media engagement is a plus.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and accounting.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic Microsoft word software or similar; Spreadsheet software; Database software and Contact Management systems.
Occasional travel is required to board meetings or program-related events as assigned by the COO.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
System Engineer (Imaging Scientist)
Location: Manassas, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc Gromelski & Associates, Inc.System Engineer (Imaging Scientist)
Perform electrical and system engineering tasks for present and future US Navy submarine imaging periscope systems to include: researching, developing, designing, and testing electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Develops designs for electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic use. Performs trade studies, design and technology assessments for emerging technologies. Success in this position requires an assertive, confident attitude and a commitment to working as a part of a team to meet critical delivery schedules.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Design, develop, integrate and test analog designs.
• Model and simulate to optimize designs and to incorporate design margins.
• Perform design analysis, technology assessments, and trade studies.
• Specify and select COTS, ROTS, NDI and / or custom components.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experience with requirements derivation and capture.
• Experience with complex systems development and evaluation.
• Experience with interface requirements and component level requirements.
• Experience implementing and customizing common commercial and open source products.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Processing and recording UAV/satellite/other camera images
• Thermal imaging
• Laser imaging
• Digital imaging
• Optic processing
• Strong communication skills to explain design issues and solutions.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Imaging Sciences or related discipline from a Technical University or equivalent experience and one to five year’s professional experience.
• Proactive/self-starter. Task driven with ability to work independently.
• Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships with the team members which fosters team success.
• A DoD Secret level clearance is required to start.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree in Imaging Sciences or related discipline from a Technical University or equivalent experience and three to nine year’s professional experience
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Candidate must be U.S. citizen able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Active Secret clearance preferred.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Cost Analyst SR
Location: Fort Belvoir, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYCost Analyst SR
We are seeking a Cost Analyst SR Specialist, to support our Army government customer at Ft. Belvoir, VA. We are seeking a highly motivated and seasoned Cost Analyst to support PEO EIS Army programs.
This individual will serve as an cost analyst responsible for creating, developing analyzing and evaluating costs, policies, regulations and procedures relative to the life-cycle development, acquisition, deployment, and operation of a complex Program Office and related systems in concert with other Agencies, Department of Defense (DoD) Services, DoD Support Agencies and Department of the Army (DA). The incumbent will serve as a functional analyst in performing costs analysis work. Work will include mastery of integrated cost analysis and cost estimating, for life cycle cost estimate development, procurement and operations as it relates to Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDTE), Procurement, and Operations funding consistent with DoD Financial laws, regulations and guidance. Incumbent will possess intimate knowledge of, develop and recommend changes to estimates and policy/guidance independently while prioritizing and analyzing projects to assure funding and accomplishment of the mission. Integrates information from various automated financial management systems (General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS), POM data submissions, and Contract and Program Execution resources and other Program Information for the development of costs and budget information for the POM and beyond routinely exceeding a billion dollars.
Duties:
• Review and validate Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs) and Program Office Estimates (POEs) to support PEO EIS program office economic analysis effort
• Develop sound analytical methodologies for formulating cost models and provide insight into the most effective and efficient cost recommendations
• Review and validate program office cost documents to support comparative analysis including Economic Analyses, Cost Benefit Analyses, Business Case Analyses, Affordability Analyses, and Analyses of Alternatives
• Evaluate, monitor, and ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies, standards, and/or procedures related to cost estimating. Interpret Economic Analysis (EA) guidance and prepare EA policy for PEO EIS program office implementation
• Conduct economic analysis for major Army Enterprise Business Systems using economic viability tool (EV)
• Review, analyze, identify courses of action and validate the cost estimates required to support program office Milestone Decision documentation
• Advise on the application of analytical techniques in the collection of data and the development of cost models always weighing cost against performance
• Review, analyze and validate independent government cost estimates (IGCEs) developed by PEO EIS PMOs
• Prepare, review and evaluate the cost section(s) of the Acquisition Program Baseline (APB) and Cost Analysis Requirement Description (CARD).
• Brief and defend cost estimate results to senior leadership while participating in higher headquarters cost models and estimating review
• Present and defend clear and concise oral and written cost analysis presentations while participating in integrated process teams (IPTs)
• Advice on the design of cost estimating methodologies and mathematical models required to calculate and evaluate variables, as well as develop stand alone cost estimates and rough orders of magnitude on assigned EIS programs
• Review and validate claimed financial benefits through Should Cost Initiatives and Better Buying Power (BBP) efficiencies
Experience with the following:
• Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Microsoft Project 2013 – preferred
• Enterprise Resource Planning (SAP, Oracle)
• Deltek Cobra Suite – preferred
• General Funds Enterprise Business System (GFEBS)
• Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT)
• Costpoint
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Secret Clearance
• A minimum of 8 to 10 experience working within DoD /Army field of Government Cost Analysis
• BS Degree in Business or Finance – MBA preferred
• Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA®) preferred
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in relevant field (or equivalent experience)
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The LLC Site Lead functions as a project manager for an Information Technology (IT) team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support of web-based e-learning solutions that incorporate Army level solutions (such as Enterprise Authentication Management System – Army [EAMS-A] authentication; The Army’s Distributed Learning Program [TADLP]; and Army Training Information System [ATIS]) into a Lifelong Learning solution based on the best technologies available
• Lead day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar task order to provide support and maintenance for Blackboard used by over 40 US Army Schools.
• Direct expert level technical services and support for the Army Training Support Command Lifelong Learning Center (ATSC LLC) Program
• Manage teams of System Engineers, Programmers, Blackboard Subject Matter Experts and Help Desk Analysts
• Lead consolidation of LLC Blackboard services from separate installations to an enterprise datacenter, while minimizing downtime and ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Lead projects involving integrations between various US Army information systems
• Create and manage the distribution of Standard Operation Procedures and User Policies
• Ensure that all security regulations are adhered to and communicated to cross functional teams
• Recommend, plan and manage Blackboard customizations to meet proponent requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience with Information System Engineering or Management
• Experience with web-based learning solutions
• Experience with Army Enterprise Systems preferred
• Military experience is preferred
• Security+
• Secret Clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Fort Eustis, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The LLC Site Lead functions as a project manager for an Information Technology (IT) team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support of web-based e-learning solutions that incorporate Army level solutions (such as Enterprise Authentication Management System – Army [EAMS-A] authentication; The Army’s Distributed Learning Program [TADLP]; and Army Training Information System [ATIS]) into a Lifelong Learning solution based on the best technologies available
• Lead day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar task order to provide support and maintenance for Blackboard used by over 40 US Army Schools.
• Direct expert level technical services and support for the Army Training Support Command Lifelong Learning Center (ATSC LLC) Program
• Manage teams of System Engineers, Programmers, Blackboard Subject Matter Experts and Help Desk Analysts
• Lead consolidation of LLC Blackboard services from separate installations to an enterprise datacenter, while minimizing downtime and ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Lead projects involving integrations between various US Army information systems
• Create and manage the distribution of Standard Operation Procedures and User Policies
• Ensure that all security regulations are adhered to and communicated to cross functional teams
• Recommend, plan and manage Blackboard customizations to meet proponent requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience with Information System Engineering or Management
• Experience with web-based learning solutions
• Experience with Army Enterprise Systems preferred
• Military experience is preferred
• Security+
• Secret Clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Program Manager
Location: Fort Eustis, Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYProgram Manager
We are looking for a Program Manager (PM) to support our government customer in Ft. Eustis, VA. We are seeking a highly motivated PM with a strong technology background.
The Program Manager (PM) serves as the lead for a large, complex task order and is responsible for successfully accomplishing a specific, major task on behalf of a given client. The PM commits corporate assets and makes all project-related decisions. The Lifelong Learning Center (LLC) PM will interface with the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative to ensure continuous satisfaction. The PM assembles the best possible team and is responsible for insuring the technical solutions and schedules in a task order are implemented in a timely manner. The LLC PM will perform enterprise-wide horizontal integration planning and interface with other functional systems. The PM will also plan and supervise multiple projects involving complex information systems. The LLC PM must reside on-site at the Ft. Eustis LLC while managing all LLC sites and travelling to the other sites when needed.
The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to provide guidance and direction in tasks of varying levels and, proven expertise in the management and control of funds and resources. Additionally, the PM should have demonstrated experience in managing a multi-task government contract varying size and scope including contract personnel and schedules.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Master of Science from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or other related scientific or technical discipline
• DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Experience in Army Enterprise Systems
• Experience with Army Distance Learning a plus
• PMP or PM DAWIA Certification
• Fifteen years’ experience in Program Management involving complex information systems
• Twelve years’ experience in the development of systems in broad-based information technology
• (IT) settings involving the use of contemporary tools and techniques for information systems development
• Nine years of specific experience in project development from inception to deployment
• 20% Travel to other LLCs as needed
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Master of Science from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or other related scientific or technical discipline, or at least 20 years’ experience with a Bachelors
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior Technician
Location: Virginia
C2 Essentials, Inc SmartNetSenior Technician
The Senior Technician may serve as site lead at primary places of performance and works independently, or directs teams, in the performance of technical disciplines in support of security system design, integration, installation, repair, maintenance, and documentation:
• Conduct security system database administration, provides software support, and is responsible for configuration management
• Work with Access Control (Lenel Onguard Experience Preferred), Intrusion Detection, and Closed-Circuit Television systems, to include installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair
• Support Windows 8 and Windows 10 command workstations
• Support server infrastructure needed for Solarwinds Network Management Components
• Support current versions of Microsoft MySQL, Enterprise Server, and Microsoft Active Directory services
Required Skills and Experience
• Five years’ experience with Access Control Systems
• Five years’ experience working with various CCTV operating systems
• Minimum MCP Certified
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lead small teams
Desired Skills and Experience
Previous experience with Lenel Onguard.
Required Clearance
U.S. Citizen with an active secret security clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Alabama
Senior SIPR JRSS System Administrator
Location: Montgomery, Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc Heptagon IT, LLCSenior SIPR JRSS System Administrator
We are seeking a Senior SIPR JRSS System Administrator to manage the JRSS components for the program. Responsible for the full integration of the JRSS platform and associated support systems for the program. Design, engineer and integrate and operate the JRSS systems into AFINC architecture seamlessly. Resolves network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators. Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues. Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface. Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures. Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; Performs 1-4 problem determination. Interfaces with users and/or network vendors. Designs, engineers and implements associated projects
Required Skills and Experience
• Six to eight years’ experience
• Security+ CE
• Certified in MCSA 2012/2016 or VMWare VCP-DCV
Clearance Requirements
Active Department of Defense Secret level clearance.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Project Manager
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc Heptagon IT, LLCIT Project Manager
We are seeking an IT Project Manager to perform overall management of the contract. The PM shall be the contractor’s primary point of contact (POC) and shall have the authority to act or make decisions on all matters on behalf of the contractor. The contractor shall designate an alternate who shall be authorized to make decisions in the absence of the PM. The alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contractual matters relating to operations under this TO. s. IT Project Managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of any project in the specified IT department, which includes managing a team of employees to ensure projects are completed on time and within specified budgets:
• Setting project goals and coming up with plans to meet those goals
• Maintaining project timeframes
• Budgeting estimates and status reports
• Managing resources for projects, such as computer equipment and employees
• Coordinating project team members and developing schedules and individual responsibilities
• Implementing IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Using project management tools to track project performance and schedule adherence
• Conducting risk assessments for projects
• Organizing meetings to discuss project goals and progress
Required Skills and Experience
• The PM candidate should be well versed in information technology and have either a degree in management or preferably a PMP certification with 8-10 years of experience within the field
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English proficiently
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and software required to perform work (e.g., Microsoft Office software).
• Security+ CE
Clearance Requirements
Must possess a Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with SCI access.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Procurement Analyst – entry
Location: Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIT Procurement Analyst – entry
We are looking for an IT Procurement Analyst to support our DoD Army customer in Redstone Arsenal, AL. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results.
Candidate will have knowledge of the Army’s Intelligence, Business Operations, Warfighting, and Enterprise Information Environment Mission Areas; and their related IT investment strategies and governance oversight boards as necessary to advise and support AMC’s IT Portfolio Governance activities. The Candidate shall provide supporting analysis for the rationalization and disposition of various IT investments. The Candidate shall perform functions in accordance with government regulations and policies including Army Regulation (AR) 25-1; AR 5-1; DA Pam 25-1-1; AR 70-1 Army Acquisition Policy; DODD 8115.01 IT Portfolio Management; DODI 8115.02 IT Portfolio Management Implementation; Title 10 United States Code Section 2222 Defense Business Systems. The Candidate shall participate in senior leadership forums, working groups, integrated product teams, and meetings. This may include preparing for the meeting, taking notes, writing executive summaries, and making presentations. The Candidate shall attend meetings, workshops and conferences and provide informal analysis, summaries, and meeting minutes, as well as preparing and presenting briefings on the findings of analysis and COA recommendations. The candidate will assist the Government is responding to related official tasks from HQ AMC and HQDA Leadership.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) RATIONALIZATION & ANALYSIS SUPPORT:
• The Candidate shall provide timely processing of year-of-execution requests to purchase IT hardware, software, and/or services in the Army IT Approval System (ITAS) in coordination with the applicable HQ AMC functional proponent.
• The Candidate shall provide to the government the analysis of weekly workflow status of ITAS requests in the approval process. Metrics shall be provided showing the total number of actions by Command, Mission Area, Domain, and Purchase Type.
• The Candidate shall perform a quarterly and annual review of AMC IT spending requested in ITAS; and provide the Government with a report of results by owning Command, Mission Area, and Domain, including the totals spent on each investment by PEG, MEDP, and APE.
• The Candidate shall provide recommendations to the government in the planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of all ITAS actions for HQAMC.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Working knowledge of the Army IT Approval System (ITAS)
• 1-3 years of Army procurement experience
• Excellent Research skills, especially on government procurement platforms (e.g., USASpending, Beta.SAM, DSBS, federal agency procurement forecasts)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in Business or related field (preferred)
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Portfolio Analyst
Location: Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIT Portfolio Analyst
We are looking for a Portfolio IT Management Analyst to support our DoD Army customer in Redstone Arsenal, AL. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results.
Candidate will have subject matter expertise of the Army’s Intelligence, Business Operations, Warfighting, and Enterprise Information Environment Mission Areas; and their related IT investment strategies and governance oversight boards as necessary to advise and support AMC’s IT Portfolio Governance activities. The Candidate shall provide supporting analysis for the rationalization and disposition of various IT investments. The Candidate shall perform functions in accordance with government regulations and policies including Army Regulation (AR) 25-1; AR 5-1; DA Pam 25-1-1; AR 70-1 Army Acquisition Policy; DODD 8115.01 IT Portfolio Management; DODI 8115.02 IT Portfolio Management Implementation; Title 10 United States Code Section 2222 Defense Business Systems. The Candidate shall participate in senior leadership forums, working groups, integrated product teams, and meetings. This may include preparing for the meeting, taking notes, writing executive summaries, and making presentations. The Candidate shall attend meetings, workshops and conferences and provide informal analysis, summaries, and meeting minutes, as well as preparing and presenting briefings on the findings of analysis and COA recommendations. The candidate will assist the Government is responding to related official tasks from HQ AMC and HQDA Leadership.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) RATIONALIZATION & ANALYSIS SUPPORT:
• The Candidate shall provide recommendations in developing strategies, plans, policies, guidance and enforcement procedures that align with mission, goals, and objectives of the organization.
• The Candidate shall be responsible for staying abreast on changing laws, policies, and directives that could impact Army IT planning and implementation.
• The Candidate shall analyze and make recommendations on process and workflow improvements.
• The Candidate shall develop and monitor performance/ metrics.
• The Candidate shall support AMC G-2/6 (CIO) participation in all mission area/domain decision forums, and related OPTs, IPTs, and working groups, as required.
• The Candidate shall establish the meeting room with the required VTC /audio connections, prepare pre-briefing materials, providing read-a-heads and leadership talking points, provide supporting analysis of the issues, capture meeting minutes and action items, and provide post meeting executive summaries.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• BS Degree in Business or related field
• Experience with Army Material Command
• 3-5 years experience working within DoD /Army field of Government Analysis
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in Business or related field
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Financial Analyst
Location: Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIT Financial Analyst
We are looking for an IT Financial Analyst to support our DoD Army customer in Redstone Arsenal, AL. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results.
Candidate will have subject matter expertise of the Army’s Intelligence, Business Operations, Warfighting, and Enterprise Information Environment Mission Areas; and their related IT investment strategies and governance oversight boards as necessary to advise and support AMC’s IT Portfolio Governance activities. The Candidate shall provide supporting analysis for the rationalization and disposition of various IT investments. The Candidate shall perform functions in accordance with government regulations and policies including Army Regulation (AR) 25-1; AR 5-1; DA Pam 25-1-1; AR 70-1 Army Acquisition Policy; DODD 8115.01 IT Portfolio Management; DODI 8115.02 IT Portfolio Management Implementation; Title 10 United States Code Section 2222 Defense Business Systems. The Candidate shall participate in senior leadership forums, working groups, integrated product teams, and meetings. This may include preparing for the meeting, taking notes, writing executive summaries, and making presentations. The Candidate shall attend meetings, workshops and conferences and provide informal analysis, summaries, and meeting minutes, as well as preparing and presenting briefings on the findings of analysis and COA recommendations. The candidate will assist the Government is responding to related official tasks from HQ AMC and HQDA Leadership.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) RATIONALIZATION & ANALYSIS SUPPORT:
• The Candidate shall perform a quarterly and annual review of the required and budgeted funding for each of the Command’s IT Investments within the APMS; and provide the Government with a report of the results by owning Command, Mission Area, and Domain, including the PEG, MDEP, APE, and Amount across the FYDP.
• The Candidate shall perform a quarterly and annual audit of the Army Budget approved funding in cPROBE against AMC system owner budgeted funding in APMS records; and AMC year-of-execution spending in ITAS, CHESS, GFEBS, and LMP.
• The Candidate shall prepare and deliver formal Economic Analysis (EA) taking into account the opportunity costs of resources employed and the costs and benefits of each IT investment to the organization.
• The Candidate shall provide assistance and recommendations to the Government for improving the management of IT resources and investments using commercial best business practices.
• The Candidate shall perform a quarterly and annual review of AMC IT spending requested in ITAS; and provide the Government with a report of results by owning Command, Mission Area, and Domain, including the totals spent on each investment by PEG, MEDP, and APE.
• The Candidate shall assist the Government in tracking Defense Business System (DBS) investments in accordance with Title 10, United States Code, Section 2222 that required special certifications of their budgeted funding.
• The Candidate shall be responsible for staying abreast of changing laws, policies, and directives that impact year-of-execution IT spending, and auditability against approved budgeted funding.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or a related business discipline
• 5+ years of related finance or business analysis experience
• 3 years experience working at Army Material Command (AMC)
• Excellent Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in Business or related field
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Portfolio Manager
Location: Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIT Portfolio Manager
We are looking for an IT Portfolio Manager to support our DoD Army customer in Redstone Arsenal, AL. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results.
Candidate will have subject matter expertise of the Army’s Intelligence, Business Operations, Warfighting, and Enterprise Information Environment Mission Areas; and their related IT investment strategies and governance oversight boards as necessary to advise and support AMC’s IT Portfolio Governance activities. The Candidate shall provide supporting analysis for the rationalization and disposition of various IT investments. The Candidate shall perform functions in accordance with government regulations and policies including Army Regulation (AR) 25-1; AR 5-1; DA Pam 25-1-1; AR 70-1 Army Acquisition Policy; DODD 8115.01 IT Portfolio Management; DODI 8115.02 IT Portfolio Management Implementation; Title 10 United States Code Section 2222 Defense Business Systems. The Candidate shall participate in senior leadership forums, working groups, integrated product teams, and meetings. This may include preparing for the meeting, taking notes, writing executive summaries, and making presentations. The Candidate shall attend meetings, workshops and conferences and provide informal analysis, summaries, and meeting minutes, as well as preparing and presenting briefings on the findings of analysis and COA recommendations. The candidate will assist the Government is responding to related official tasks from HQ AMC and HQDA Leadership.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) RATIONALIZATION & ANALYSIS SUPPORT:
• The Candidate shall make recommendations by providing various Business Case Analysis (BCA), Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA), Economic Analysis (EA), Earned Value Analysis (EVA), Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), and other special studies that provide a best-value analysis considering not only cost, but other quantifiable and non-quantifiable factors such as risk, ease of use, and regulatory compliance to support IT investment management decisions.
• The Candidate shall support the rationalization of IT investments using the Gartner TIME (Tolerate, Invest, Modernize, and Eliminate) methodology, and provide recommendations for the consolidation redundant investments, and eliminating investments with outdated capabilities, poorly performing, or a low number of users.
• The Candidate shall prepare and deliver documentation on how each Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) and potential Course of Action (CoA) fulfills the strategic objectives of the organization with regard to application migration, data center consolidation/ closure, and optimizing the IT investment portfolio.
• The Candidate shall prepare and deliver formal Economic Analysis (EA) taking into account the opportunity costs of resources employed and the costs and benefits of each IT investment to the organization.
• The Candidate shall research, prepare, and deliver recommended initiatives to gain best value from the remaining IT investments.
• The Candidate shall provide analysis, timelines, and recommendations related to decisions to upgrade or migrate IT investments to the cloud
• The Candidate shall establish and maintain an IT Investment Migration Plan for each Mission Area that addresses the investments lifecycle, hosting location, and planned future end-state and phase out date for data centers, software applications, and separate systems.
• The Candidate shall provide recommendations in developing short and long-term strategies through evaluations of current and future needs of the organization in relation to higher headquarters policies, directives, and strategic direction.
• The Candidate shall provide recommendations for the consolidation of IT investments based on analyzing functional/ capabilities requirements.
• The Candidate shall develop optimal IT solution strategies to identified problems that can be implemented in the shortest period, with lowest total implementation costs. This combination shall drive the new policies and guidance.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• BS Degree in Business or Finance
• Certified IT Professional CITP or PMP Certification required
• Minimum of 5 experience working within DoD /Army field of Government Analysis
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT Portfolio Strategy and Management
• Working knowledge with Business Case Analysis (BCA), Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA), Economic Analysis (EA), Earned Value Analysis (EVA), Analysis of Alternatives (AoA)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in Business or Finance
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
IT Inventory and Budget Analyst – entry
Location: Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYIT Inventory and Budget Analyst – entry
We are looking for an IT Inventory & Budget Analyst to support our DoD Army customer in Redstone Arsenal, AL. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative professional to deliver results.
Candidate will have knowledge of the Army’s Intelligence, Business Operations, Warfighting, and Enterprise Information Environment Mission Areas; and their related IT investment strategies and governance oversight boards as necessary to advise and support AMC’s IT Portfolio Governance activities. The Candidate shall provide supporting analysis for the rationalization and disposition of various IT investments. The Candidate shall perform functions in accordance with government regulations and policies including Army Regulation (AR) 25-1; AR 5-1; DA Pam 25-1-1; AR 70-1 Army Acquisition Policy; DODD 8115.01 IT Portfolio Management; DODI 8115.02 IT Portfolio Management Implementation; Title 10 United States Code Section 2222 Defense Business Systems. The Candidate shall participate in senior leadership forums, working groups, integrated product teams, and meetings. This may include preparing for the meeting, taking notes, writing executive summaries, and making presentations. The Candidate shall attend meetings, workshops and conferences and provide informal analysis, summaries, and meeting minutes, as well as preparing and presenting briefings on the findings of analysis and COA recommendations. The candidate will assist the Government is responding to related official tasks from HQ AMC and HQDA Leadership.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) RATIONALIZATION & ANALYSIS SUPPORT:
• The Candidate shall perform timely (NLT 7-days) processing of Information Technology (IT) registrations, transfers, and deletions in the Army Portfolio Management System (APMS).
• The Candidate shall provide to the government a weekly workflow status on APMS registrations, transfers, and deletions. Metrics shall be provided showing total number of IT investments by Command, Mission Area, Domain and current step in the approval process.
• The Candidate shall make recommendations for appropriate binning of investments in the Warfighting, Intelligence, Business Operations, or Enterprise Information Environment Mission Area.
• The Candidate shall conduct monthly reviews of APMS data quality, and provide the Government with a compliancy report, in the appropriate format. The Candidate shall provide to the government data extractions from APMS with results having been analyzed and displayed as directed in the appropriate Government provided format.
• The candidate shall coordinate with subordinate Command APMS Administrators, Resource Managers, and System Owners to ensure APMS records are maintained accurate and up-to-date at all times.
• The Candidate will assist AMC CIO with Software License Management.
• The Candidate shall be responsible for staying abreast of changing laws, policies, and directives that impact IT Registration management.
• The Candidate shall perform a quarterly and annual review of the required and budgeted funding for each of the Command’s IT Investments within the APMS; and provide the Government with a report of the results by owning Command, Mission Area, and Domain, including the PEG, MDEP, APE, and Amount across the FYDP.
• The Candidate shall perform a quarterly and annual audit of the Army Budget approved funding in cPROBE against AMC system owner budgeted funding in APMS records.
• The Candidate shall provide assistance and recommendations to the Government for improving the management of IT resources and investments using commercial best business practices.
• The Candidate shall assist the Government in tracking Defense Business System (DBS) investments in accordance with Title 10, United States Code, Section 2222 that required special certifications of their budgeted funding.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or a related business discipline
• 3 years of Army Budget and IT Assets experience
• Experience with Army Portfolio Management System (APMS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelors in Business or Finance
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Senior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
Location: Fort Rucker, Alabama
C2 Essentials, Inc AMCYSenior System Management Engineer (Site Lead)
We are looking for a Senior System Management Engineer to support our government customer. We are seeking a Site Lead with a strong technology background.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• The LLC Site Lead functions as a project manager for an Information Technology (IT) team in the planning, analysis, design, implementation, and support of web-based e-learning solutions that incorporate Army level solutions (such as Enterprise Authentication Management System – Army [EAMS-A] authentication; The Army’s Distributed Learning Program [TADLP]; and Army Training Information System [ATIS]) into a Lifelong Learning solution based on the best technologies available
• Lead day-to-day operations of multi-million dollar task order to provide support and maintenance for Blackboard used by over 40 US Army Schools.
• Direct expert level technical services and support for the Army Training Support Command Lifelong Learning Center (ATSC LLC) Program
• Manage teams of System Engineers, Programmers, Blackboard Subject Matter Experts and Help Desk Analysts
• Lead consolidation of LLC Blackboard services from separate installations to an enterprise datacenter, while minimizing downtime and ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Lead projects involving integrations between various US Army information systems
• Create and manage the distribution of Standard Operation Procedures and User Policies
• Ensure that all security regulations are adhered to and communicated to cross functional teams
• Recommend, plan and manage Blackboard customizations to meet proponent requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience with Information System Engineering or Management
• Experience with web-based learning solutions
• Experience with Army Enterprise Systems preferred
• Military experience is preferred
• Security+
• Secret Clearance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information System Management from an accredited college or university
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE
• Active DoD Secret clearance
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Employee Benefits

Retirement 401(k) plan
We offer access to a 401(k) account to help you save for your future.

Casual Dress
Wear clothes that make you feel comfortable because we are casual, we don’t require business attire when you’re in the office.

Healthy Food and Snacks Program
When you’re in the office, enjoy a stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages.

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Policies for Life insurance and AD&D, Short-term disability, Long-term disability.

Further your skill sets
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Healthcare plan options with dental and vision
We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans that are designed to fit the diverse needs of you and your family.