KaylaTek® · 1 month ago
Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) Engineer
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
2+ years expKaylaTek is a company focused on professional development and high-quality service. They are seeking a Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) Engineer to provide essential information systems support for the National Military Command Center, ensuring the continuous operation of critical telecommunication systems.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the maintenance of the DRSN and its sub-systems for continuous, 24/7 operations within the Pentagon, National Military Command Center (NMCC), and other secure locations in the National Capital Region (NCR)
Perform all COMSEC responsibilities for the DRSN, including the operation and maintenance of associated cryptographic devices and their configurations
Support DRSN switch operation and administration, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, fault isolation, and service restoration
Conduct network planning and engineering for the DRSN, including new circuit installations, modifications, and deactivations
Provide technical and operational support to DRSN end-users, network expansions, and modernization of the telecommunications backbone supporting the switch
Provide problem resolution for all hardware and software elements of the data communication circuits that support the DRSN
Provide outage and restoration information as required, including estimated restoration times
Ensure the availability of DRSN circuits in coordination with other work centers
Perform status updates and continuous circuit monitoring as required
Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-stakes work environment
Qualification
Required
DOD 8140 certification (SEC+ CE or equivalent) - required certification
TS/SCI clearance
Must be able to work rotating shift schedules and/or standby, if required, to provide 24/7 365 coverage
Must have excellent communications skills
Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience. (Additional years of related experience, training, and/or certifications may be accepted in lieu of a degree)
Must currently possess an active Security+ CE certification
Hands-on experience conducting IT communications equipment installation, testing, and troubleshooting
Must be able to work the dedicated overnight shift and be available for rotating schedules or standby as required to provide 24/7 coverage
Preferred
Extensive, direct experience with the Defense Red Switch Network in a command center environment is highly desired
A strong background in one or more of the following areas: Cryptographic Systems, Tech Control, C4I Systems, or Nuclear Command and Control (NC2)
Knowledge of developing, testing, and implementing communications operations contingency, exercise, and restoration plans
Experience in circuit restoration, fault isolation, quality control testing, trend analysis, performance monitoring, and status reporting
Experience working with testing equipment such as Tone Generators, VoIP testers, Scopes, BERT (Bit Error Rate Testers), and Multimeters
Experience conducting Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), advanced troubleshooting, and remove/replace procedures for system components
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision , 401(k), HSA/FSA, ST/LT Disability, Life/AD and D Insurance, Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Professional Development Program, Referral Bonuses, Military Leave Support and more!
Company
KaylaTek®
KaylaTek, a Woman-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), is a Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) mission-focused company.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Joe Burke
Vice President and Co-Founder
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