Computer Systems Engineer / Architect

Global Placement Firm•Winchester, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Placement Firm is conducting a confidential search for a Computer Systems Engineer / Architect supporting a mission-critical defense communications modernization initiative in Winchester, Virginia. The role provides senior-level systems engineering, IP network architecture, and technical integration support for Enhanced 9-1-1 (E-911) implementation activities associated with U.S. Army Voice Modernization initiatives. Work focuses on emergency services routing, location information provisioning, interoperability coordination, and technical risk reduction for Army Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) connectivity. The selected candidate will help modernize emergency communications infrastructure supporting U.S. Army installations worldwide. The position is based at the employer's Winchester headquarters and requires 100% on-site attendance Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Remote and hybrid arrangements are unavailable. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. The role is full-time and permanent, and requires an active Secret security clearance. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience; specific details will be discussed with qualified candidates. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in systems engineering or network engineering.
Minimum 5 years of experience with IP routing and enterprise communications infrastructure.
Demonstrated experience with SIP/VoIP technologies and related troubleshooting.
Hands-on experience supporting E-911 or Next Generation 911 (NG911) environments.
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or federal government networks.
Proficiency using Wireshark for packet analysis, network diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
Strong understanding of IP networking, voice communications, network routing, and systems integration.
Experience conducting technical assessments, troubleshooting complex systems, and identifying operational risks.
Ability to collaborate effectively with government stakeholders, prime contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Active Secret security clearance required at the time of consideration.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
Strong analytical and technical troubleshooting capabilities.
Experience working within highly regulated or security-sensitive environments.
Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
Ability to independently assess complex network and communications issues.
Strong documentation, technical reporting, and risk assessment abilities.
A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to systems engineering.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) VISP environments.
Experience supporting U.S. Army Voice Modernization (VMOD) initiatives.
Experience with Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) interconnection and emergency communications infrastructure.
Cisco professional certifications, including CCNP or CCIE.
Experience supporting large-scale military communications modernization projects.
Advanced knowledge of SIP signaling, emergency call routing, and voice network interoperability.
Experience coordinating technical integration activities within federal or defense contractor environments.

Responsibilities

Provide senior-level systems engineering support for emergency communications infrastructure and Army Voice Modernization initiatives.
Conduct system architecture reviews, interface analysis, integration assessments, and technical evaluations.
Coordinate provisioning activities with government stakeholders, prime contractors, and technical teams.
Evaluate network architecture, identify integration challenges, and recommend technical improvements.
Support interoperability across enterprise voice, IP networking, and emergency communications platforms.
Analyze IP routing dependencies associated with E-911 and NG911 emergency call delivery.
Troubleshoot SIP signaling, VoIP communications, and emergency call-path issues.
Evaluate network interconnection performance, routing configurations, and communication reliability.
Use Wireshark and related diagnostic tools to analyze network traffic and resolve technical issues.
Support enterprise communications environments requiring high availability and operational reliability.
Support emergency communications integration with Army Public Safety Answering Points.
Assist with location information provisioning, record validation, and emergency services routing accuracy.
Support DISA Voice Internet Service Provider (VISP) location provisioning activities.
Investigate and resolve location discrepancies affecting emergency call routing.
Coordinate technical integration activities involving government and contractor communications systems.
Identify technical risks, system dependencies, and potential interoperability issues.
Develop technical recommendations and mitigation strategies.
Escalate complex engineering issues and coordinate resolution with appropriate stakeholders.
Participate in technical reviews, engineering discussions, and project coordination meetings.
Provide technical documentation, assessments, and recommendations supporting successful implementation.