UNIX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR 

Location: Lakewood, CO 

Job Description: 

Accomplished in all areas of analysis, design, installation, implementation, configuration, tuning, administration, operation and security of mid-to-large-tier Solaris /Linux systems.  Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

- Participates on teams in the analysis and design of new large-scale Solaris/Linux systems and/or modifications to existing systems.  Performs high level analysis of Solaris/Linux systems and applications software requirements, processes, and characteristics for the purpose of assuring efficient and effective software design and operation. 

- Recommends expansion/replacement of existing hardware and software components utilizing latest state-of-the-art hardware and software available.  Implements system software Solaris/Linux environment strategy for the data center.  Defines controls to insure the integrity of the Solaris/Linux system design and the efficient and effective implementation of project level phases.   

- Participates on teams responsible for the development of Solaris/Linux based operating system applications.  Assures consistency in design and implementation of the operating system and applications regarding security compliance and best practices when assisting clients; identifies methodology/means of tying together interactive systems for supporting multiple functions and activities. 

- Evaluates new system and application requirements regarding impact to the Solaris/Linux operating system environment.  Provides technical assistance to application database administrators and identifies methodologies for integrating needed components of individual databases in support of multiple functional/activities.  Works closely with telecommunications specialists to develop and support system software and hardware designs for applications. 

- Evaluates specifications and features of new products, performing product comparisons, feasibility and cost benefit analysis, and performance and compatibility testing.  Review customer business requirements and makes technical recommendations regarding software /hardware to meet business needs.  Conducts post-implementation evaluations of existing computer systems to determine cost, performance, adequacy, and problem impacts and resolutions. 

- Advises, assists, and instructs personnel of other agencies and activities in applying innovations and advanced techniques to system problems and projects. 

- Performs installation of Solaris/Linux and/or client server operating system software and hardware including, Solaris/Linux supporting tools and interface support.  Evaluates and recommends new Linux based workstation software and hardware within the environment to improve Solaris/Linux based functionality.    

- Performs Solaris/Linux administration functions including installation, maintenance, and integration of all facets of Solaris/Linux system software products.  Performs Solaris/Linux research, analysis, and provides recommendations for the most productive use of the variety of computer resources. 

- Performs problem determination, on Solaris/Linux based systems and performs resolution in areas beyond the expertise of applications developers. 

- Assists Security Officer in monitoring operating system security.  Maintains patches, intrusion detection and hardening processes in conjunction with policies and guidelines.   

- Develops and maintains these guidelines to ensure they are up-to-date and in compliance with Government mandated policies.  

- Controls consistency and integrity monitoring and health checks of the operating system structure by working individual bureau representatives on specific Solaris/Linux operating system or application developed software to ensure systems remain fully operational. 

- Maintains disaster recovery configurations for Solaris/Linux systems, performs annual disaster Recovery test for these platforms and maintains disaster recovery documentation and procedures in support of these systems.  

- Understands Government policies and terminology in support of security requirements.  For instance, understands NIST, ST&E, C&A, POA&M, Audit**s etc** and supports the taskings, deadlines and compliance associated with these requirements. 

- Maintains security configuration management software, hardware system/component controls and documentation/procedures.  Conducts or assist security staff in conducting internal system reviews and audits. 

- Performs performance data collection, analysis, and tuning of the operating system and associated sub-systems.  Works with database administration personnel to ensure the integrity of the database environments.  Assists database administrators with performance and capacity issues. 

- Maintains skills to stay current with technology     

Job Requirements: 

• A Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field and a minimum of three years progressive Solaris/Linux experience or 10 years progressive Solaris/Linux experience with at least three years as a senior Solaris/Linux Administrator.   The experience must include maintaining mid-to-large-scale complex Solaris/Linux systems, including; installing, tuning, testing and debugging DB software.

 

• Experience in Solaris 9 & 10 and Red Hat Linux 4 specifically is required.  Experience supporting large scale SAP implementations and Oracle Financials a plus.

 

SENIOR SYSTEMS SUPPORT SPECIALIST – TEAM LEAD 

Location: Washington, DC 

Job Description: 

Candidate will have leadership qualifications with the ability to work hands-on as well as lead technical staff with projects in a Windows 2003 environment. Candidate will have experience with MS Windows 2003 (upgrades and general support), Active Directory, SMS, MS Exchange, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VMWare, Citrix, Server backup software, Net-work/Server monitoring software.  

Job Requirements: 

- At least 4 years experience in a large organization responsible for administering, operating, maintaining, and securing a large-scale computer network.  

- At least 3 years experience in a technical leadership or supervisory role.

- At least 3 years experience in a large organization responsible for deploying computer system applications in a client/server network environment. 

- Thorough knowledge of computer network telecommunications, Windows Server operating systems, and the TCP/IP protocol.

- Thorough knowledge of network management protocols and related standard tools.

- Thorough knowledge of network-based application software such as Exchange, and SMS. 

- Thorough knowledge of telecommunications, network, and computer security issues and established security practices. 

- At least 4 years experience troubleshooting network problems and providing solutions. 

- 2 years in testing and implementing PC/LAN technologies and computer system applications.  

- 3 years networking administration experience in a large organization or corporation.

- Experience evaluating current networks, identifying deficiencies, and recommending performance improvements. 
 

IT SECURITY POLICY ANALYST 

Location: Reston, VA  

Job Description: 

Candidate is to develop enterprise security policies.  The candidate must be familiar with Certification and Accreditation (C&A) security guidance provided from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-26 Security Self- Assessment Guide for Information Technology Systems, and NIST SP 800-53A, Guide for Assessing the Security Controls in Federal Information Systems.  The candidate must be able to follow guidance provided, have good speaking, writing, and interviewing skills; be able to work both independently and as a team member. 

Job Requirements: 

• Knowledge of NIST (800 special publications series)
• Knowledge of either NIST SP 800-53 or DIACAP, or DoD 8500 series
• Information Technology (IT) and IS including servers, networking, computer security, and LAN/WAN
• Experience writing technical documentation for IT systems and/or networks
• Experience in security training
• Excellent writing skills, including the ability to summarize technical information and concepts in a clear and easy-to-understand manner, and fluent in English.
• Strong oral communication skills, including the ability to interact and communicate with all levels of  managers and personnel in a professional and tactful manner

 

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER 

Location: Reston, VA 

Job Description:

 
This position provides support to the client to establish an increasing set of common business IT components that are interchangeable, flexible and fully electronic, ultimately providing a workflow and tracking framework.    

Performs design and development new software products or major enhancements to existing software.  May lead the design of highly complex software systems. Acts as high level technical expert, addressing problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms.  Performs feasibility analysis on potential future projects. The candidate must be capable of working with a diverse group of stakeholders performing high level and detailed analysis.  

Regular duties will include:

• Working in a team environment
• Taking part in peer reviews to ensure quality products are produces
• Working with database team to construct and interact with XML-capable databases
• The ability to communicate with people from various backgrounds is essential.

 

Job Requirements: 

• 3 year working knowledge in Appian development.
• 8 years experience with SQL, Visual Studio 6.0, ASP.NET, VBScript, VB.NET or C ++; C#, JavaScript, Java, XML;
• 3 years experience with Spring 2.x  (a must have skill); Struts 2; Tiles 2; XML/XSL; JPA + Hibernate or TopLink; Web Service Development authentication and authorization technologies
• Experience with development and reporting tools in a relational database environment; using XML with databases

 

   Desired:

• Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts/tools/architectures: relational database design, configuration management, application integration, component reuse, prototyping, use cases, service-oriented architecture, n-tier architecture
• Experienced with structured and object-oriented design
• Fluent in English language - skilled in written and oral communications.
• Skilled in establishing effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to extract requirements from high-level business rules and user stories.
• Requirements analysis, use and test case development, workflow technologies and system application design.

 

   Education: Requires Bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science  

   Experience: Minimum 8 years of related experience 

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER-INTERMEDIATE 

Location: Reston, VA 

Job Description: 

This position provides support to the client to establish an increasing set of common business IT components that are interchangeable, flexible and fully electronic, ultimately providing a workflow and tracking framework.    

Under general supervision, develops codes, tests, and debugs new software or enhancements to existing software.  Has good understanding of business applications.  Works with technical staff to understand problems with software and resolve them.  Resolves customer complaints with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.  May assist in development of software user manuals 

The candidate must be capable of working with a diverse group of stakeholders performing high level and detailed analysis. Additionally, the candidate will perform system integration, prepare system support documentation, and document program and system functions.

Regular duties will include:  

• Working in a team environment
• Taking part in peer reviews to ensure quality products are produces
• Working with database team to construct and interact with XML-capable databases
• The ability to communicate with people from various backgrounds is essential.

 
 

Job Requirements: 

• 1 year working knowledge in Appian development.
• 3 years experience with SQL, Visual Studio 6.0, ASP.NET, VBScript, VB.NET or C ++; C#, JavaScript, Java, XML;
• Spring 2.x  (a must have skill); Struts 2; Tiles 2; XML/XSL; JPA + Hibernate or TopLink; Web Service Development authentication and authorization technologies
• Experience with development and reporting tools in a relational database environment; using XML with databases

 

      Desired:

• Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts/tools/architectures: relational database design, configuration management, application integration, component reuse, prototyping, use cases, service-oriented architecture, n-tier architecture
• Experienced with structured and object-oriented design
• Fluent in English language - skilled in written and oral communications.
• Skilled in establishing effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to extract requirements from high-level business rules and user stories.
• Requirements analysis, use and test case development, workflow technologies and system application design.

 

      Education: Requires Bachelors degree or equivalent in a technical IT discipline.

      Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience 

SOFTWARE ARCHITECT 

Location: Reston, VA 

Job Description: 

This position provides support to the client to establish an increasing set of common business IT components that are interchangeable, flexible and fully electronic, ultimately providing a workflow and tracking framework.    

Performs design and development new software products or major enhancements to existing software.  May lead the design of highly complex software systems.  Acts as high level technical expert, addressing problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms.  Performs feasibility analysis on potential future projects.    The candidate must be capable of working with a diverse group of stakeholders performing high level and detailed analysis.  

Regular duties will include:

• Working in a team environment
• Taking part in peer reviews to ensure quality products are produces
• Working with database team to construct and interact with XML-capable databases
• The ability to communicate with people from various backgrounds is essential.

 

Job Requirements:  

• 3 years working knowledge in Appian development.
• 8 years experience with SQL, Visual Studio 6.0, ASP.NET, VBScript, VB.NET or C ++; C#, JavaScript, Java, XML;
• 3 years experience with Spring 2.x  (a must have skill); Struts 2; Tiles 2; XML/XSL; JPA + Hibernate or TopLink; Web Service Development authentication and authorization technologies
• Experience with development and reporting tools in a relational database environment; using XML with databases

 

Desired:

• Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts/tools/architectures: relational database design, configuration management, application integration, component reuse, prototyping, use cases, service-oriented architecture, n-tier architecture
• Experienced with structured and object-oriented design
• Fluent in English language - skilled in written and oral communications.
• Skilled in establishing effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to extract requirements from high-level business rules and user stories.
• Requirements analysis, use and test case development, workflow technologies and system application design.

 

Education: Requires Bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science

Experience: Minimum 8 years of related experience 

SENIOR TECHNICAL RECRUITER 

Location: Reston, VA 

Job Description: 

• Partner with HR and hiring managers to facilitate the recruiting and on boarding process
• Support candidates throughout recruiting process to insure quality experience
• Develop recruiting programs to improve pipeline
• Develop pro-active recruitment strategies to build relationships with qualified candidates suitable for future openings
• Improve recruitment branding strategies to drive traffic to company career website
• Comply with governmental regulations related to talent acquisition
• Track and benchmark recruiting efforts.
• May also participate in relevant Human Resources activities as needed

 

Job Requirements: 

• A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5-7 years of full lifecycle recruiting experience, primarily in IT and working in government contracting environment is required. 
• Experience using a wide variety of recruiting sources including, but not limited to: Internet recruiting, employee referrals, job fairs, college fairs, open house events, networking, etc.
• Organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and set priorities in a fast paced environment.  Proficiency using MS Office Suite and strong Internet recruiting experience are necessary.
• The ability to hire cleared personnel at all levels is a must.