Principal Network and Systems Engineer – IT Solutions Implementor

Amentum seeks a Principal Network and Systems Engineer – IT Solutions Implementor!

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Headquartered in Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.

Amentum seeks a Principal Network and Systems Engineer – IT Solutions Implementor to provide IT solutions and support (remotely), for Amentum programs and projects worldwide. This is a remote-telework role, you must live in the US, and you must be a US Citizen to apply.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate program or project requirements and make appropriate technical recommendations.
• Provide Security Assessment technical support for programs and projects to the Amentum ISO department as needed.
• Manage and maintain servers and network infrastructure at program and project sites as needed.
• Contribute written detailed technical solutions to proposal staff during proposal efforts.
• Manage IT staff at program and project sites as needed or to support IT staffing shortfalls.
• Coordinate and implement on-site development, installation, repair, maintenance and testing of IT Infrastructure for program and/or projects.
• Diagnose errors or technical issues for existing programs or projects and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Provision Azure virtual servers and application.
• Deploy VSAT e.g. Starlink, and mobile cellular internet service worldwide.
• Install and verify physical ISP/OSP CAT6 (or later) cable infrastructure as needed.
• Produce timely and detailed documentation during support phases.
• Establish documentation of new or existing IT processes.
• Follow all Amentum policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Collaborate with Amentum Corporate IT technical teams and share information.
• Comprehend customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations/briefings to stakeholders.
• Build positive relationships with program and project personnel, to include both Amentum employees and Amentum Customers.
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated problem solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated analytical, research, and technical writing skills.
• Strong MS Office Suite and Visio skills.
• Strong professional English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.

Minimum Qualifications:

• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or related field. Two years of experience can be substituted for each year of the Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 12 years of related experience working in the field of Information Technology; 8 years of experience with a related Master’s degree.
• Minimum five years of experience working on Azure GCCH and Commercial cloud computing environment.
• Five years of specific remote program or field support experience outside of Continental United States.

• IT Certification: Current certification as a Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE). 
• Security Certification: Must have a CASP, SSCP, CISSP or equivalent.
• Security Vetting: Willingness and ability to obtain/maintain a minimum of a DoD Secret clearance.  Must maintain eligibility at the required security level for the duration of employment.

• Travel: Must be able and willing to travel world-wide, 40% or more.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer services.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL and Oracle SQL Database, Sharepoint, ASP.Net, and other web development platforms.
• Experience working on Unix and Linux OS.
• Experience working on VMware systems.
• Proficient working on Meraki and Unifi/Ubiquiti network environment.
• Strong presentation skills.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.