Senior Principal Computer Systems Analyst

Senior Principal Computer Systems Analyst

At Technical Consulting Solutions (TCS), Inc., our team of professionals tackles many of our country’s most difficult engineering and technology challenges to further our country’s defense and space programs. At TCS, we strive to provide our people with a strong, interesting career along with strong benefits and work-life balance.

This position supports the United States Army’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense [IAMD] Battle Command System (IBCS). This system is used to protect the US and our allies from air and missile threats. This program is used to integrate numerous air and missile defense systems (THAAD, PATRIOT, PAC-3, IFPC) with various radars and sensors to effectively manage and operate these defensive weapon systems through a seamless battlefield management system.

These positions require US citizenship, an existing DoD clearance (Secret or higher), and on-site work at a facility in Huntsville, Alabama (telework is not available).

**** This position is contingent upon receipt of additional funding

Job Description:

The successful candidate will develop computer system specifications that address business requirements and that fit with the company's system architecture standards. Establishes and documents system parameters and formats, ensures hardware and software systems compatibility and coordinates and/or modifies system parameters in terms of existing and projected computer capacity and capabilities. Revises existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, conversion, input/output requirements, and storage.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of Engineering experience; a Master's degree and 5 years; or a High school diploma or GED and 13 years of applicable experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and Integration of Linux OS, Cisco networks, and GOTS/COTS products
• Ability to script or work at the command line level within RHEL systems and Windows-based systems
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to conduct Demo test runs to higher level management and Government customers.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Current Security certification (e.g. Security CE or CISSP)
• Current Secret Security Clearance Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Linux Administration Experience (RHEL)
• ASOS (Army Systems of Systems) experience and/or ADA (Air Defense) experience
• Network Testing and troubleshooting within Cisco networks. Specifically Layer 2 and Layer 3 devices utilizing static and dynamic routing as well as virtual Interfaces
• Experience integrating COTS, GOTS and custom software in a security constrained environment.
• Configure and operate specific test tools within NG IBCS customer Software Integration Lab. Test Tools include:

• IBCS Test Executor (ITEx), Network System Integration and Test Environment (NSITE), GSIL Run Time Truth Coordinator (GRTTC), Adapted Sentinel Simulation (SentSim), Virtual Engagement Simulation Test Bed (VEST), LINK/LIM (L2), Lower Tier Air & Missile Defense Sensor – Simulator (LTAMDS-S), Launcher On The Net (LOTN), Interoperability Engineering System (IES)
• Conduct test runs of Test Tool suite to support multiple teams, software development, continuous test, and senior leadership.
• Build test tool systems which operate on various operating systems: RedHat Enterprise Linux, Rocky Linux, Oracle Linux, CentOS Linux, ESXi, Windows Server, and Windows 10/11
• Install Test Tool software and their respective updates
• Review Test Tool systems’ ACAS and STIG scans and when necessary, modify OS to adhere to DCSA and NG Information Security Policies, Standards and Practices

The application period for the job is estimated to be 60 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

If this position sounds interesting to you, and you meet the requirements listed; then we would love to discuss this position with you. It is our hope that we can find a position that would match your career goals and would provide a good, interesting career for you. TCS offers a strong complement of benefits, leave, 401(k), etc.

Apply online or visit us at www.tcs-inc.com

TCS is an EEO Employer.