Middleware Team Lead

TekSynap • Radford, VA

78d

About The Position

We are seeking a Middleware Team Lead to join our team supporting an ITES task order. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience with Application Server architecture in a large enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with middleware platforms including IIS, Apache, Tomcat, WebLogic, WebSphere, or similar.
• Proficient in configuring and managing Web Services, including SOAP and RESTful services.
• Familiarity with XML standards, including DTD, XSLT, and related tools such as Xerces and Xalan.
• Ability to assist developers in debugging using basic knowledge of Java or C#.
• Experience with UNIX and Windows system administration.
• Familiarity with relational databases, particularly Oracle and SQL Server.
• Understanding of scripting and automation using Python and PowerShell.
• Working knowledge of DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM).
• Ability to maintain professional communication and collaboration with customers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment, administration, and maintenance of middleware software supporting customer applications.
• Architect and engineer mid-tier infrastructure for a mixed environment that includes Linux, UNIX, and Windows systems.
• Install, configure, and manage application and web servers such as IIS, Apache, Tomcat, WebLogic, and WebSphere.
• Manage operating system configurations and mid-tier components to ensure high availability and performance.
• Schedule and coordinate deployment activities, including new installations and infrastructure upgrades.
• Develop, enforce, and maintain security standards across middleware environments to comply with ALTESS and Army requirements.
• Create and manage proactive monitoring systems and administrative dashboards to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Perform Security Readiness Reviews (SRRs) and document findings in Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Collaborate with development teams to support debugging and middleware integration tasks.
• Stay up to date with middleware technologies and recommend improvements for system performance, security, and scalability.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability plans
• Long-term disability plans
• Vacation time
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees