Communications Solutions Architect

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Communications Solutions Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in classified computing and a complete understanding of communications systems and their operations. Familiarity with policies and procedures surrounding classified computing within the Department of Energy is highly preferred.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The Communications Solutions Architect will provide large and complex hardware, software, database, networking and telecommunications support to the Nuclear Emergency Support Team Standards and Training Program (NEST). This individual will review needs and incorporate requirements utilizing both off-the-shelf and internally developed hardware and software solutions. This individual will need to be a self-starter, adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. This individual will have significant logistics management responsibilities, be responsible for day-to-day operations as well as be responsible for the readiness of multiple communications suites that provide classified computing.QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE Q-level security clearance
Bachelor's degree in a Computer or Engineering related field or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role.
Possess relevant technical certifications (ie. CCNP, CompTIA Network+)
In-depth and extensive experience architecting complex and/or large networking and computing solutions using various technologies/methods.
Practical understanding of inline hardware encryption solutions.
Experience working with enterprise switch, router and firewall platforms
Experience implementing best practices in accordance with Intelligence Community Directives and Policy Guidelines.
High level written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical staff.
Ability to develop and implement solutions in a team environment.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Ability to quickly respond to problems and respond to rapidly changing priorities.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Current holder of an active Q or TS clearance.
Prior experience with the Department of Energy.
Experience with complex classified networking and computing solutions.LocationThis is a full-time onsite position in Albuquerque, NM.SalarySalaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate's related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.Benefits MELE OffersEmployer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks' vacation.
401(k) with Employer Match
Cross-training opportunitiesAbout MELE Associates, Inc.With over 250 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned (VOSB), minority-owned small business empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE's services include national security, intelligence, law enforcement and emergency response training, IT/cybersecurity, facility management and engineering, CBRNE defense and nuclear security, and mission and program support.MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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