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Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 19 hours ago

AWS Workspace SME (Engineer Systems Architect 2) - 27004

MD - Hanover - Parkway Dr

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$90K/yr - $142K/yr

2+ years exp

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is hiring an AWS WorkSpace SME to support its customer Omni Federal. The position involves owning the architecture and delivery of secure, high-performance Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) at an enterprise scale.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Architectural Leadership: Design and scale complex Amazon WorkSpaces and AppStream 2.0 environments across AWS Commercial and GovCloud (IL4/IL5/IL6) regions

Image Management & Hardening: Create, maintain, and automate the lifecycle of "Golden Images," ensuring they are fully compliant with DoD STIGs and functional requirements

Network & Identity Integration: Orchestrate the integration of WorkSpaces with Active Directory, MFA/CAC authentication, and AWS Transit Gateways for secure hybrid connectivity

Performance Tuning: Optimize protocol settings (WSP/PCoIP) to ensure a high-quality user experience even in low-bandwidth or high-latency mission environments

Automation-as-a-Service: Develop automation (Python, PowerShell, or Terraform) to handle provisioning, self-service portals, and cost-optimization (Auto-Stop/Auto-Resume policies)

Escalation Support: Serve as the Tier 3/4 point of contact for complex VDI performance issues, conducting root-cause analysis for the most persistent "ghosts in the machine."

Qualification

AWS WorkSpacesAppStream 2.0AWS Directory ServiceAutomation PythonAutomation PowerShellDoD STIG complianceVPC networkingTerraformUser AdvocateIncident responseScripting skillsTS/SCI clearanceHigh School DiplomaBachelor's degreeMaster's degree

Required

2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience

Knowledge of operations and incident response (Terraforms)

Proficiency in managing AWS Directory Service (Managed Microsoft AD) and VPC networking

Strong scripting skills (PowerShell or Python) for managing desktop fleets at scale

Must possess an active US level Secret clearance with the ability to qualify for TS/SCI clearance

Preferred

AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) and DoD 8570 compliance (e.g., Security+)

You are a 'User Advocate'—you believe a desktop that takes 3 minutes to log in is a mission failure

Possess an active US level TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401K Match Program

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Floating Holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices

Wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

Savings Plan Options (401(k))

Financial planning tools

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Paid holidays and paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

Company

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

HII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all-domain force.

Founded in 2011

Mclean, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://tsd.huntingtoningalls.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Marc Sosa

Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer

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