Systems Engineer Senior ( Ft Meade )

Provides JCC2 applications SME level support to high intensity Cyber-Warfighter operations. The JCC2 SME will be the primary HNCJ representative providing strategic and tactical expertise in JCC2 applications for on-site, operator-level support across the range of cyber operations from planning through execution to post-mission activities and will provide training and improve adoption across the range of the Cyber Operations community. These applications supported by this JCC2 SME include Joint Cyber Operations (JCO), JCC2-Readiness (JCC2-R), Mission Assurance Decision Support System (MADSS), Rally, ThreatHub, and others as directed. The JCC2 SME uses their advanced knowledge of the Cyber domains to support JCC2 Onsite support, training as directed by the PMO, and provide JCC2 capability integration support to PMO and associated development teams.

Why Work with us ?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Knowledge of the various Cyber Operations roles and relationships will enable the JCC2 SME to provide specific strategic and tactical solutions, at the speed of operational need. additionally, the JCC2 SME will provide input to JCC2 Acquisitions teams to address the range of emerging requirements from JCWA and the internally-generated system planning initiatives (short-term, and long-term).

Requirements:

• Top Secret/SCI clearance and may need to obtain a polygraph
• In depth knowledge of JCC2 programs and applications (Joint Cyber Operations, Threat Awareness Sharing Capabilities, Readiness Applications, MADSS, etc.) and how to use them in an operational environment
• Intimate familiarity with military operations including phases of planning, approval, and execution
• Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals as well as concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless)
• Ability to provide concise, articulate, polished writing of documents, summaries, issue papers, talking points, and briefings
• Possess strong skills with attention to detail and a demonstrated proficiency working in a fast-paced environment, with ability to multi-task, apply critical thinking methodologies, and meet short deadlines
• The JCC2 SME shall have advanced, cyberspace operator-level knowledge of JCC2 applications across all security domains
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Five years recent (since 2017) work experience as Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO)/ Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) planner;
• can substitute two years of experience requirement for at least two or more years spent on a Combat Mission Team (CMT) or Cyber Protection Team (CPT) in any work role;
• can substitute two years’ work experience requirement for at least two or more years in an OCO/DCO planner role within a Joint Force Headquarters – Cyber (JFHQ-C) command
• Experience with SQL queries to modify dashboards in JCC2 applications
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey complex and technical data to non-technical consumers
  
  
  

Additional desired, but not required, qualifications:

• General knowledge of SAFe Agile acquisitions processes
• Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals as well as concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless).
  
  
  

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.