
IT Network Engineer
- Indian Head, MD
- $86,600-181,800 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
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Join a dynamic team supporting facilities operation and maintenance at the Technical Service Center (TSC) for FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning (IPAWS) contract. Work as a Network Engineer focusing on LAN, government communications systems, and emerging technologies. Contribute to maintaining FEMA structures and ensuring successful project delivery. Based at the Naval Support Facility, Indian Head, MD.Responsibilities:
- Research, design, develop, and modify hardware and software systems for TSC operations.
- Present ideas for system improvements with cost estimates for upgrades.
- Manage project implementation and maintenance of hardware and software.
- Assess proposed software and hardware changes and conduct impact analysis.
- Develop software training guides for NPWS personnel.
- Manage IT integration and maintenance activities for the National Public Warning System, including configuration and cybersecurity.
- Identify, research, and procure telecommunications equipment as directed.
- Maintain availability to support 24/7 operations as needed.
- Test and evaluate the operational and functional capabilities of selected software and hardware technologies.
- Support the TSC Project Manager in ensuring successful project delivery.
- Bachelor's degree or 5 years of IT network and/or equipment integration experience.
- Industry experience in Emergency Management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and project management software.
- Understanding of the National Response Framework (NRF) and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
- Strong blend of leadership, technical expertise, and emergency management knowledge.
- Equipment integration planning and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to explain and present new Alert, Warning and Notification (AWN) technology concepts.
- In-depth knowledge of the National Public Warning System (NPWS) and associated telecommunications systems.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
- -Ability to provide technical advice based on IT and Network systems expertise.