The 96th Test Wing (96TW), headquartered at Eglin Air Force Base (AFB), is host to a wide range of activities that support all services, multiple Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, Contractors, and Allied Nations. This position is located at Eglin AFB, FL. Qualis Corporation is hiring a Scientist and Engineer 4 to fill this Information Technology/Security Support position.
Requirements
Essential Functions:
- Maintain and assess network information systems supporting Real Time data collection, analysis, reporting and archival storage of Test & Evaluation range missions
- Perform network security audits and ensure implementation of safeguards according to Information Assurance (IA) requirements while maintaining operational capabilities
- Train and mentor IT staff and users on Network Systems interconnections in production & development environments. Perform research translating customer's mission requirements, pressing needs, and available fiscal resources into comprehensive Hardware and Software solutions
- Create customized OS & application baselines for Windows/Linux utilizing various COTs/GOTs SW solutions to meet or exceed customer's specifications
- Conduct inventory/audit of each system weekly and adjust baselines as required
- Tailor customer/PC support as required; minimizing impact to daily workflow, allowing users to maximize their assigned test mission(s)
- Provide annual Mission Room Awareness briefing to senior management and peers detailing current capabilities and future Mission Room enhancements
- Responsible for initial research to standup McAfee's Host Based Security System (HBSS) solution to further Mission Room systems configuration, network, and antivirus security requirements
- IA Officer; act as second to IA Manager by assisting in providing secure systems environments, through diligent security patching, while meeting all required inspection criteria
- Evaluates existing Special Access Program (SAP); systems, capabilities, and initiates feasibility studies and cost benefit analyses to determine means necessary to enhance their value and ultimate mission performance
Education and Experience Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Computer Science or other relevant field with 10 years' experience
- Must be compliant with DoD 8570.01-M with Security + certification
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose system problems required
- Must have an understanding of the specific procedures and processes of the Air Force Test Center and DoD regulations and guidelines
- Must have ability to quickly understand the customers overall technical objectives and mission a provide effective solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with customer interaction and presentation capabilities required. Must exemplify a dedication to achieving the mission of the 96TW as well as high standards of quality and excellence in performing the duties
- Must be able to work effectively alone, unsupervised, or within a group
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines
- Must be willing to travel up to 10%
- US Citizenship required
Security Clearance:
- Must hold an active Department of Defense Top Secret Security Clearance
Benefits
Qualis Corporation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify