Caelum Research Corporation is seeking a Computer Network Defense Analyst with sophisticated skills in responding to unauthorized actions in computer networks. The Computer Network Defense Analyst will work to secure information systems from CND threats and work as an expert on CND requirements.

LOCATIONS:      Battle Creek, MI
Fort Belvoir, VA
Columbus, OH

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• TOP SECRET security clearance
• Must be eligible for IT-I
• Must hold a CNDSP/CSSP-IR certification from a nationally recognized technical authority meeting DoD 8570.01 CSSP-IR
• Experience in security posture for classified and unclassified information systems and experience working within a SIEM
• 5+ years’ experience with Information Technology and Cybersecurity work or related work
• Experience in DLA CE Cert IA Role/Function (Incident Response), analyzing network traffic, and analyzing logs from multiple sources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to easily work with non-technical staff

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 10+ years’ experience in Information Technology and Cybersecurity work or related work
• 5+ years’ experience with a classified information system

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work to protect the facility against any unauthorized activity in information systems or computer networks to uphold the cyberhealth in conjunction with other cybersecurity experts on site
• Offer expert recommendations to technical and non-technical staff on CND requirements and compliance
• Provide technical analysis using IA tools and applications and other applicable resources to limit cybersecurity threats to the facility network
• Respond promptly to alerts and provide reliable solutions to threats
• Produce written reports on findings and work for technical and non-technical staff

SEND RESUMES TO:  DLA-CS@Caelum.com

Remote Senior Java Developer – Silver Spring, MD

Position Description
Will provide software engineering and application development services within the department of commerce in accordance with its mission. Will serve as development lead or development team member on multiple, concurrent web-based, database-driven, custom application development projects. Perform system requirements analysis, application design, development, testing and implementation. Will develop applications based on user requirements including user interface, database development, and middle-tier application components.

The position is remote but the candidate must be within the Washington DC Metro area for occasional in person meeting. Salary commensurate with experience.

Required Skills
10+ years of experience in application development. Must have thorough understanding of all aspects of the software development life cycle (SDLC). Must have experience working in client-facing projects and with end users. Must have experience working on fast-paced projects with matrix teams. Demonstrated proficiency in Java, JavaScript. Must have strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Must be creative with the ability to understand and work with complex and abstract concepts.

Desired:

• Solid Java experience developing web applications with it.
• Strong understanding of web markup, including HTML5 and CSS
• Good understanding of jQuery and AngularJS frameworks
• Basic sql understanding.
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around such issues
• Good understanding of browser rendering behavior and performance

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.

Education
BS in computer science, related discipline, or equivalent.

Remote PL/SQL Technical Lead/Architect – Silver Spring, MD

Position Description
Will provide software engineering and application development services within the department of commerce in accordance with its mission. Will serve as development lead or development team member on multiple, concurrent web-based, database-driven, custom application development projects. Perform system requirements analysis, application design, development, testing and implementation. Will develop applications based on user requirements including user interface, database development, and middle-tier application components.
The position is remote but the candidate must be within the Washington DC Metro area for occasional in person meeting. Salary commensurate with experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:
* Knowledge in writing packages/procedures for JAVA facing applications.
* Write database triggers, PL/SQL, and packages according to the business requirements.
* Assist the development team in the design, development, testing, tuning and implementation of database applications.
* Create and maintain SQL queries and routines.
* Produce ad-hoc reports in SQL.
* Strong familiarity with multiple software development lifecycle methodologies.
* Experience in database design, data modeling, normal form and developing relational database models.
* Design and develop oracle database applications.
* Design & develop application user interface using current Oracle technologies such as Oracle web services, APEX, Web logic, java libraries, etc. Experience in using SQL Developer, Data Modeler, TOAD, etc.
* Develop logical and physical data models using SQL Data Modeler based on business requirements. Ensure data models conform to existing business standards.
* Work with complex data models and object relational database mapping, while producing complex reports.
* Ensures that application design is scalable and maintainable.
* Ensures that all deliverables are thoroughly documented.

Minimum of 10 years of hands-on PL/SQL development experience.

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.

Education
BS in computer science, related discipline, or equivalent.

POSITION TITLE:               System Administrator – Windows

POSITION SUMMARY:   Serves as a member of a Domain Infrastructure Team supporting NOAA’s National Ocean Service (NOS) in Silver Spring, MD.  Provides Tier III support for the NOS headquarters staff as well as the International Ocean Observing System (IOOS) and National Marine Sanctuary staff.  Work is performed at the NOAA Silver Spring Metro Center complex at 1305 East West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide daily support for Windows Production, and Test environments
• Support of a highly virtualized MS Windows 2012 and 2016 server farm consisting of Windows servers, which includes operating systems support, patching (vendor provided updates) and third-party software maintenance
• Troubleshooting hardware and software complex problems and taking appropriate corrective action and/or interacting with IT staff or vendors in performing dynamic testing, support and troubleshooting functions with very little to no supervision.
• Performing complex computing environment buildouts, installation, maintenance and support with emphasis on documentation of operating procedures and processes
• Provide support the application infrastructure that runs on the Windows servers
• Provide support for Active Directory
• Provide Tier III level support for client-side issues
• Support, follow and demonstrate compliance with NOAA policies and procedures
• Provide on-call support and weekend maintenance duties as required
• Complete projects in a timely manner and produce documentation as required
• Monitor server performance and capacity, forecast system demands and recommend upgrades, expansions and reconfigurations

Required Technical Skills:

• Experience and strong hands on knowledge of with MS Windows Server platforms as well as related technologies such as Active Directory, DNS, GPO’s, IIS and SQL
• Experience with SCCM
• Must have demonstrated a high level of problem analysis and resolution skills
• Able to analyze alerts from various monitoring tools and take appropriate actions during troubleshooting
• PowerShell scripting experience
• Experience working with application vendors
• Understanding of server architectures, hardware, RAID
• Networking fundamentals (eg. DHCP, DNS, vLANs, routing)
• HA computing fundamentals (eg. Microsoft Clustering, load balancing)
• Understanding of application and OS security, including virus scan management and patching

Highly Desired Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Azure Cloud. Deployment and Migration
• Microsoft ADFS – configuration, troubleshooting
• Scripting PowerShell, Python, or Perl
• Working knowledge of Cohesity Administration
• Experience with Nutanix Hyperconverged Infrastructure

EXPERIENCE, Education AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years Windows server administration experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Microsoft MCSE (Core Infrastructure), MCSA Windows 2012, 2016

COMPENSATION AND OTHER FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS AT HIRE:

• Base salary open, depending upon background and experience of successful candidate

Full benefits package (Vacation, Sick Leave, Insurance – Health, Dental, Eye, 401K, etc.)

Job Title: Software Engineer Intermediate (Application Programmer)

Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville AL 35898

Clearance Level: Active DoD – Secret

Required Certification(s): Security +, IAT Level 2

**Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. **

SUMMARY:

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) provides Information Technology (IT) support to PEO MS which is a Continental United States (CONUS) organization. The OCIO provides centralized life cycle management, direction, guidance, and support for the acquisition, sustainment, maintainability, supportability, and implementation of the PEO, Information Mission Area (IMA). PEO MS is an approved Data Center providing hosting to multiple organizations, Cloud Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Cloud Platform as a Service (PaaS) throughout the US Army Acquisition community.

DUTIES:

• Conducts or participates in multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems software.
• Determines computer user needs; advises hardware designers on machine characteristics that affect software systems such as storage capacity, processing speed, and input/output requirements.
• Designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
• Respond to inquiries from computer users and assist in resolving IT/Software problems.
• Diagnose computer hardware and software issues.
• Diagnose the nature of the problem and walk the customer through the problem-solving steps.
• Provide technical guidance in the utilization of computer hardware and software, including installation, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Be proficient in the software and hardware used by the government.
• Be able to readily provide guidance and resolve issues.
• Provide technical assistance support services.

Education:

• BA/BS w/5 years’ experience or AA w/7+ years’ experience

Technical Certifications:

• Security +
• IAT Level 2

Non-Technical Skills:

• Good communicator, professional, strong multi-tasker.

Job Title: Help Desk Support Service Specialist – Associate (IT Certified Professional – Associate)

Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL 35898

Clearance Level: Active DoD – Secret

**Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. **

SUMMARY:

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) provides Information Technology (IT) support to PEO MS which is a Continental United States (CONUS) organization. The OCIO provides centralized life cycle management, direction, guidance, and support for the acquisition, sustainment, maintainability, supportability, and implementation of the PEO, Information Mission Area (IMA). PEO MS is an approved Data Center providing hosting to multiple organizations, Cloud Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Cloud Platform as a Service (PaaS) throughout the US Army Acquisition community.

DUTIES:

• PEO MS end user support, ticket response, resolution, and escalation for apps/SP.
• Respond to inquiries from computer users and assist in resolving IT problems.
• Diagnose computer hardware and software issues.
• Respond to telephone calls and utilize the automated service desk to assist customers with computer/software problems.
• Diagnose the nature of the problem and walk the customer through the problem-solving steps.
• Provide technical guidance in the utilization of computer hardware and software, including installation, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Be proficient in the software and hardware used by the government.
• Be able to readily provide guidance and resolve issues.
• Provide technical assistance support services, including receiving, logging, routing, resolving trouble calls, and follow-up reporting.
• Operate and provide technical assistance on computer equipment, including desktops, laptops, portable computers, high-speed printers, scanners, plotters, printers, and other specialized computer equipment.

Education:

• BA/BS w/<5 years’ experience or AA or 2 years’ Tech School w/2+ years’ experience

Technical Certifications:

• General User (No certifications required)

Non-Technical Skills:

• Good communicator, professional, strong multi-tasker.

LOCATION:

Onsite at Government facility in Warren, Michigan

DESCRIPTION:

Provide DBA (Oracle/SQL) support to the Army Network Enterprise Center at Detroit Arsenal (NEC-DA).

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
3+ years’ experience in proving DBA support in federal government environment.
• Install and maintain the performance of database servers.
• Develop processes for optimizing database security.
• Set and maintain database standards.
• Manage database access.
• Performance tuning of database systems.
• Install, upgrade, and manage database applications.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors.
• Recommend and implement emerging database technologies.
• Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards.
• Create automation for repeating database tasks.
• Be available for on-call support as needed.

EDUCATION:
BA/BS in related discipline or equivalent experience

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATIONS:
DoD 8570 Baseline Certification: CompTIA Security+; Computing Environment: Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional or MySQL Database Administration Certification.

Support Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Database Infrastructure. Provides all activities related to the administration of computerized databases. Projects long-

range requirements for database administration and design in conjunction with other managers in the information systems function. Designs, creates, and maintains databases in a client/server environment. Conducts quality control and auditing of databases in a client/server environment to ensure accurate and appropriate use of data. Advises users on access to various client/server databases. Designs, implements, and maintains complex databases with respect to JCL, access methods, access time, device allocation, validation checks, organization, protection and security, documentation, and statistical methods. Applies knowledge and experience with database technologies, development methodologies, and front-end /back-end programming languages (e.g., SQL). Performs database programming and supports systems design.  Includes maintenance of database dictionaries, overall monitoring of standards and procedures, file design and storage, and integration of systems through database design.

Locations:      Dayton, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio, Cumberland, PA, or Philadelphia , PA

Education:     BS in Computer Science, Engineering Discipline, or relevant experience

Security Clearance:  Secret (Tier 5)

Certifications:  DoD 8570 Baseline certification (IAT-II) and at least one of the following Computing Environment certifications: OCP18 ; OCM18; GSOC; DB2; ; MCITP DBA; MCITP DBD; MCM: MCA: MS SQL Server, MCSE:DP, MCSM:DP, M2012 SQL; Oracle Database Administration 2019 Certified Professional (OCP) 19; OCM18; DB2; MCSE:SQL Server or MCSA: SQL Server and higher, or Azure Database Associate and higher.

Minimum Experience:

• Five (5) years progressive experience of database query languages such as Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, MS-SQL
• Three (3) years hands-on experience and expertise in Relational Database Management Systems.
• Experience working on various operating systems and additional programming languages.
• Experience in at least two projects in a large organization responsible for administering, operating, maintaining, and securing a large-scale computer database.
• Expert with enterprise Oracle database software and application products, Microsoft SQL Server and IBM DB2.

Support Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Database Infrastructure. Responsible for effective provisioning, operation, installation/configuration, and maintenance of systems hardware/software/related infrastructure. Provide technical support, guidance and hands-on delivery in the planning, implementation, and ongoing operation of databases. The Systems Engineer shall participate in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. Ensure that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values and regulatory requirements. The Systems Engineer shall document specifications, project plans, configurations, test plans and results. Depicts complex ideas, issues, and designs to varied audiences; communicates project objectives, scope, and status to project teams.

Locations:      Dayton, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio, Cumberland, PA, or Philadelphia , PA

Education:     BS in Engineering Discipline or relevant experience

Security Clearance:  Non-critical/Sensitive (Tier 3 eligible)

Certifications:  DoD 8570 Baseline certification (IAT-II) and . at least one of the following Computing Environment certifications: OCP (version 10g or higher); Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): DBA. Oracle OCP (version 19c or higher); MCSE: SQL Server or MCSA: SQL Server and higher, or Azure Database Associate and higher.

Minimum Experience:

• Five (5) years of experience working with Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) IT systems, including developing security DISA STIG as well as expert knowledge and practical experience within DoD IT database management technology stacks.
• Five (5) years’ experience in Oracle (11g or higher) and/or SQL Server 2012/2016 database administration and analysis. Experienced in Oracle Engineered Systems (scalability and performance tuning).
• Experienced in Windows and HP Unix operating systems.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, implementing, and negotiating large sized technology projects in support of business initiatives. Experienced in initiating, planning, mentoring, executing, controlling, and delivery of working projects.
• Experienced in Windows and HP Unix operating systems, PL/SQL programming, T-SQL programming, Oracle stored procedures, database performance tuning, enterprise relational database design principles and methodology, backup and recovery, systems analysis, security practices and system documentation.

POSITION TITLE: Systems Administrator (Mac)

POSITION SUMMARY: Lead Systems Mac Administrator and technical resource for NOAA’s National Ocean Service (NOS) Mac based systems, including configuration management, architecture and troubleshooting. NOS staff uses approximately 100 Mac OS 10 work stations in the Silver Spring headquarters and in field offices around the country. Part of the infrastructure team which supports and manages systems under the purview of the NOS Associate CIO located in Silver Spring, MD.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Configuration management and execution for NOS Mac systems in support of upgrades, patches and enhancements, including third party applications.
• Supports governance requirements including participation in Change Control Board meetings and NOS Mac Configuration Management Team (CMT).
• Plans, designs, develops, tests, edits, maintains, and documents MacOS baselines
• Tier II/III support for field personnel charged with Mac support.
• Root cause analysis and resolution,
• Plans, Designs, develops, tests, edits, maintains, documents, scripts, and custom applications.
• Also participates in projects and requirements associated on non Mac (Window and Linux) systems as needed and appropriate.
• Configuration and maintenance of a Digital Video Asset Management System based on Mac OS X technology

REPORTING/INTERFACE RELATIONSHIPS:
• Reports to the IT Operations Manager or Contract Program Manager
• Works closely with the other members of the IT Infrastructure Team
• Works with and supports Mac users and junior administrators in Silver Spring and across the country.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Expert level knowledge of and at least 4 year’s experience with Mac OS
• Experience with MacOS deployment strategies
• Experience and expertise with the following tools:
o Apple Remote Desktop (ARD)
o Jamf Pro
• Experience with Centrify
• Hands on scripting skills using bash or python
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing systems in an Active Directory Environment
• Experience with video asset management platforms such as SquareBox, and CatDV is highly desirable.
• Experience with Linux systems administration is highly desirable including
o Use of automation deployment tools such as Chef, Puppet, or Ansible
o Proficiency in Perl, Rub, or Bash
• Understanding and experience with the Federal Risk Management Framework is highly desirable
• Federal Experience, particularly with NOAA is highly desirable
• Cloud certification is highly desirable
• Apple ACSP certification is desirable.
• ITIL certification highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years highly relevant experience
• Hands on IT Operations support or management is highly desirable. .
• Experience in support of a Federal IT environment is highly desirable..

COMPENSATION AND OTHER FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS AT HIRE:
* Base salary open, depending upon background and experience of successful candidate.