C4PS-2510 WISE Lab Manager - MAR 2026
About The Position
This position reports directly to the Program Manager, or their designee. This role will support the Warfighter Integration Simulation Environment (WISE) Lab located at the Warfighter Support Division (WSD) in Camp Pendleton, CA. The lab is a cutting-edge facility dedicated to developing and evaluating innovative solutions that enhance the integration of technologies, tactics, and strategies to empower warfighters. The lab creates a collaborative environment where interdisciplinary teams of researchers, engineers, and military experts work together to design, simulate, and assess complex scenarios that replicate real-world battlefield conditions. The position will utilize COTS, GOTS, and Program of Record (POR) hardware and software to manage, and maintain the network and server infrastructure, configure test and development environments, procure software and hardware, and backup and restore systems. This role ensures that the IT infrastructure aligns with the organization's needs, remains secure, and operates reliably. Will work cross-functionally with several departments and those who are performing work at the Government Customers’ sites. Position may be required to travel at the Government Customer’s request. Travel is expected up to 10%. Network and server management to ensure optimal functionality of all systems, including maintaining servers for uptime, updating software, and managing network infrastructure. Hardware and software procurement and installation to maintain and expand the WISE Lab infrastructure and capabilities. Data backup and recovery to safeguard the organization's valuable assets and ensure their availability. Performance testing and monitoring to analyze data to identify and resolve potential issues affecting hardware, software, and network performance. Simulation tool expertise to assist warfighters, commanders, and policymakers to visualize and interact with dynamic operational scenarios. Network, server, and virtual environment management. Hardware and software procurement and installation. Data backup and recovery. Performance testing and monitoring. Integration support of emerging technologies with existing Program of Record (PoR) systems. Ongoing training and supervision of analysts regarding computer software, hardware, and lab procedures. Note – this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- Adaptable to fluid environments
- Personal effectiveness/credibility
- Excellent attention to detail
- Effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment
- Strong written and verbal skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally with several departments and prioritize tasks as needed
- TRAVEL REQUIRED FOR POSITION - Must be able to obtain or possess a valid US Passport and be physically qualified to support miliary exercises and contingency operations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred, but not required
- Experience supporting Marine Corps C4I systems and equipment.
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience.
- Direct participation in real-world operations is required.
- Virtual local area networks (VLANs), Virtual Trunking Protocol (VTP), port channels, router-on-a-stick, layer 3 switches, Point-to-Point (PTP) links, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), route filters, GRE and MGRE tunnels, Internet Protocol Security (IPSec), Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF), Black Core/Colorless routing, multicast, access lists, and TACLANEs.
- Microsoft domain replication, domain trusts, Active Directory, Exchange, SQL, Windows Deployment Service (WDS), SharePoint, Windows Firewalls, LDAP, SCCM/MECM, Bluecoat Proxy Server, PKI, and FSMO Roles.
- VMWARE ESXi, VCSA, VSAN, virtual switching, vMotion, EVC, HA, DRS, and VM templates.
- Experienced with creating Visio diagrams for capturing network and server architecture.
- Familiar with ANW2 and MUOS networks.
- Integrating classified networks into network architecture through the use of TACLANEs.
- Cisco routing and switching, Unity Connection (CUC), IM & Presence Service (CIMP), CUCM, UCS-E, Integrating classified networks into network architecture using Crypto Key Generators.
- Willing to work in a 24x7x365 secured environment, demonstrate intuitive problem-solving skills, and allow for flexible scheduling.
- Certification Requirements: CompTIA Security+
Responsibilities
- Network and server management to ensure optimal functionality of all systems, including maintaining servers for uptime, updating software, and managing network infrastructure.
- Hardware and software procurement and installation to maintain and expand the WISE Lab infrastructure and capabilities.
- Data backup and recovery to safeguard the organization's valuable assets and ensure their availability.
- Performance testing and monitoring to analyze data to identify and resolve potential issues affecting hardware, software, and network performance.
- Simulation tool expertise to assist warfighters, commanders, and policymakers to visualize and interact with dynamic operational scenarios.
- Network, server, and virtual environment management.
- Hardware and software procurement and installation.
- Data backup and recovery.
- Performance testing and monitoring.
- Integration support of emerging technologies with existing Program of Record (PoR) systems.
- Ongoing training and supervision of analysts regarding computer software, hardware, and lab procedures.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Contribution Matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
