Network Systems Engineer and Technical Advisor (SETA)

SAIC•Chantilly, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Communications Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) professional in Chantilly, VA to provide critical support to a government customer in the Chantilly area. This role is instrumental in delivering expert advisory and technical guidance in the areas of Unified Communications, Program Management, and Networking for complex government programs. The selected candidate will work closely with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration and performance of communication and networking solutions that align with client objectives.

Requirements

Experience in Unified Communications (UC) platforms (e.g., VoIP, video conferencing, collaboration tools, and messaging systems).
Experience in program management, including requirements gathering, implementation, and sustainment.
Experience in developing and maintaining program documentation (project plans, schedules, performance metrics).
Experience in identifying program risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
Experience in leading and facilitating meetings.
Experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and resilient networks.
Experience in collaborating with IT and cybersecurity teams on compliance with standards and protocols (e.g., NIST, DISA STIGs).
Experience in evaluating and integrating networking technologies.
Experience acting as a trusted advisor to government stakeholders.
Experience facilitating communication between vendors, engineers, and program sponsors.
Knowledge of emerging technologies in unified communications and networking.

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise and strategic guidance for the integration, deployment, and optimization of unified communication (UC) platforms (e.g., VoIP, video conferencing, collaboration tools, and messaging systems).
Assess and recommend UC technologies to meet mission requirements and enhance operational capabilities.
Oversee the interoperability of UC solutions with existing IT infrastructures, ensuring scalability and security.
Support lifecycle program management functions, from requirements gathering to implementation and sustainment.
Support the develop and maintenance of program documentation, including project plans, schedules, and performance metrics.
Identify program risks and recommend mitigation strategies to meet client objectives and schedules.
Lead and facilitate meetings to align stakeholders, track progress, and ensure deliverables are completed within scope, time, and budget.
Provide expert recommendations for the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure and resilient networks supporting mission-critical systems.
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with applicable standards and protocols (e.g., NIST, DISA STIGs).
Support the evaluation and integration of networking technologies that improve efficiency and throughput across high-performance systems.
Act as a trusted advisor to government stakeholders, supporting strategic vision and performance optimization.
Facilitate communication between vendors, engineers, and program sponsors to ensure deliverables align with mission requirements.
Stay current with emerging technologies in unified communications and networking to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.