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Koniag Information Security Services, LLC

Senior Technical Advisor/Oversight (Computer Network Systems Engineer SME)

Koniag Information Security Services, LLC, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201

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Warrenton, VA, USA Fort Meade, MD, USA Job Description

Posted Friday, September 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM Koniag Professional Services

(KPS) is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Advisor (Computer Network Systems Engineer SME) with active TS/SCI, for the Defense Information System Agencys J6 Command, Control, Communications, and Computers Enterprise Directorate (DISA J6 C4E). The successful candidate will be responsible for provide technical oversight and strategic direction for mission critical network delivery, at multiple onsite locations in the National Capitol Region (NCR). These locations include Fort Meade MD and Warrenton VA, with some CONUS travel to support this customer. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Responsibilities

Advisement and Consultation: Apply subject matter expertise to provide consultation and advisement to senior leaders on DoD Information Network (DoDIN) operations, zero trust architectures, integration, and test and evaluation. Serve as technical expert on executive-level project teams providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices through continuous learning and participation in professional networks and forums. Share insights and thought leadership to enhance the organizations reputation as a technology leader. Collaboration & Technical Leadership: Serve as a liaison between engineering teams, cybersecurity leads, and operational stakeholders to align network capabilities with evolving mission needs. Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure services meet or exceed performance standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless project execution and address challenges. Mentor and provide guidance to project teams, ensuring knowledge transfer and adherence to policies, procedures, and quality standards. Network Architecture Design: Develop and implement secure, resilient, and scalable network architectures to support space-ground communications and mission data flows across multiple security domains. Cybersecurity Integration: Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including RMF, zero trust principles, and integration of cross-domain solutions (CDS) to protect mission-critical networks. Mission Communications Support: Engineer and optimize send-to-end communications systems to ensure reliable data transmission for operations and control. Network Operations & Monitoring: Define and support network performance monitoring, fault isolation, and operational troubleshooting procedures for mission assurance and rapid fault resolution. Test and Evaluation: Develop, design, and execute operational tests and analyze test data after criteria are satisfied, ensuring all Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) are met. Conduct risk assessment and provide mitigation plans to executive leadership as needed. Requirements

15+ years related experience Current/Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain SCI access Experience as Computer Network Systems Engineer Technical Advisor and/or Consultant for a large DoD program Extensive experience designing, securing, and managing complex, mission-critical networks supporting defense systems with deep knowledge of network protocols, cybersecurity, and cross-domain solutions Extensive experience with DoDIN operations, zero trust architectures, and integration with ability to architect resilient, secure, and scalable network infrastructures Experience as a Test Engineer or related Test and Evaluation (T&E) Expert in integrating and engineering cybersecurity into mission systems Expert in developing cyber tools for use by cyber operators Experience rapidly maturing and applying technology in operationally relevant environments Experience with Agile Methodologies for iterative network project management Experience with RMF, DoDAF 2.0 standards, and change management processes to ensure smooth network updates and configurations Experience working with classified systems and environments Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities Proven stakeholder management and effective communication strategies with clients and senior management Ability to translate conceptual discussions into presentations for senior leaders Strong technical writing and documentation skills Advanced MS Project, Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient with SharePoint, MS Teams, Excel and Outlook Current professional certifications in Cisco, Azure, VMware, and/or ITIL (e.g., CCNP Enterprise, DevNet Professional, AZ-104, VCP-NV, ITIL4) Education: Masters Degree in a related field Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352 #J-18808-Ljbffr