Senior IT Engineer @ Innovative Defense Technologies

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Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Sr. IT Engineer to be based in our Mt. Laurel, NJ office. Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. The company is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results.

Overview:

IDT is seeking a Sr. IT Engineer to join the Information Systems team, that will deploy and maintain Linux and Windows based computing systems intended to support virtualized testing of Naval tactical systems. This job will require travel (up to 25%) to customer sites around the United States and, on occasion, internationally. Responsibilities will include Infrastructure configuration, maintenance, and Naval tactical applications troubleshooting and support. When not traveling to customer sites, duties will include creating documentation for processes, procedures, or providing remote support to internal engineers or customers.

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities Include:

Travel to customer sites to deploy, maintain, troubleshoot on-prem virtual compute infrastructure in a classified environment. Travel can be up to 25% at times.
Interact with technical members from multiple organizations in a team environment
Support land-based and “underway” test events around the U.S.
Developing design documentation that can be referenced by the customer
Support various Business Area teams at IDT and customer sites
Provide end user training
Test and deploy combat systems on virtual systems
Develop solutions and processes to better support the customer and make teams more efficient.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or relevant field of Engineering or equivalent full-time professional experience
7+ years of experience in a relevant technology field or high level of interest and conceptual knowledge of relevant technologies.

Required Skills:

Heavy experience with Operating Systems (Microsoft Windows, Linux (multiple distros) configuration and administration
Heavy experience with Virtualization Infrastructure with VMware or similar virtualization tools
Heavy experience with networking protocols and concepts– TCP/IP, DNS, switching, routing, VLANs, firewalls
Understanding or conceptual knowledge of container technologies such as Docker
Able to shift from one project to another in an agile work environment.
Ability to travel to customer sites, at land or at sea, for deployments and event support

Preferred Skills:

Some experience with automation scripts, tools and environments (ex. Python, Jenkins)
Some experience with automation tools such as Jenkins, Ansible,Terraform
Understanding of protocols (802.11, TCP, UDP, ICMP)
Experience with STIG
Experience with various Naval systems

Competencies:

Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices
Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to a dynamic landscape
Oral and written communication with peers and non-technical cohorts
Be capable of working independently, but thrive in a team environment
Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency and drive

Pay Range*: $135,000 - $231,000 or $164,000 - $273,000

*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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