Storage and Virtualization Lead Engineer with Security Clearance

Overview Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid. Nisga'a CIOPS delivers cleared professionals to support civilian and DoD customers worldwide across intelligence support, cyber/defensive cyber operations, IT O&M, infrastructure modernization, training, and logistics. Summary: The Storage and Virtualization Lead Engineer will provide engineering oversite for the SRV6 storage and virtualization environment for the operation of the PACAF BlackCore network. Responsibilities Essential Job Functions: * Develop comprehensive documentation of storage and virtual platform configurations, policies, procedures, and conduct informal training for PACAF personnel. * Provide ongoing support for the maintenance of the storage and virtualization environment across all three sites. * Act as a technical lead in troubleshooting and incident management during management stack service interruptions. * Continuously monitor storage and virtual platform performance, adjusting configurations to ensure maximum resiliency and availability. * Provide advanced troubleshooting for storage and virtual platform environments, addressing connectivity, performance, and security issues, ensuring minimal downtime for mission-critical operations. * Assist the Government in the creation, consultation, revision, finalization, submission of the deliverables for RMF to include but not limited to the following: * System Security Plan * Ports Protocol Services Matrix (enclave) * Artifacts for control validation (STIG results, Policies, Scans, Charters, etc., unit provided) * Plan of Actions and Milestones (POAMs) System Topology * Collect and develop A&A artifacts in accordance with AO Office #CJ Qualifications Necessary Skills and Knowledge: * In-depth knowledge of datacenter compute and virtualizations technology. * Professional level proficiency with virtualization concepts and storage protocols such as iSCSI, Fiber Channel, Fiber Channel over Ethernet, Network File System etc. * Ability to manage the entire storage and virtualization stack implementation process. * Overseeing hardware and software upgrades, installation, and maintenance. * Ability to Optimize network efficiency and ensure high application performance. * In-depth knowledge of network security principles and cybersecurity protocols. * Ability to analyze and diagnose complex network problems and provide effective * Familiarity with cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform). * Ability to oversee and produce accurate and comprehensive documentation. * In-depth experience collecting and developing A&A artifacts. * Ability to provide recommendations for mitigations & follow-on actions to include POAMs. * Experience with email, and other communication platforms to include but not limited to: MS Teams group chats, MS SharePoint site, and VoIP Phones. * Proficiency with the latest Microsoft tool suite (i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.). * Ability to collaborate with others. * Ability to brief technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Familiarity with DoD security standards, ATO processes, and compliance. * Understand the AF Cyber architecture and PACAF MOBs and GSUs roles. Minimum Qualifications: * Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance required. * DoD 8140, the DoD Cyber Workforce Manual Anyone (1) of the following: * Advanced - CISM or CISSO or CPTE or CySA+ or FITSP-A or GCSA or CISA or CISSP or CISSP-ISSEP or GSLC or GSNA * OR DoD 8570.1-M certified at Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 3 - Anyone (1) of the following: * CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Continuing Education (CASP+ CE) * Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or Associate - this means the individual has qualified for the certification except for the number of years' experience) * Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) * Maintain relevant expert level industry certification (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE), Juniper Certified Internetworking Expert (JCIE). * Minimum 2+ years of experience focused on Dell, Cisco and VMware solutions. * Maintain relevant professional level industry certification (VMware Certified Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation Administrator, VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Data Center Virtualization Design, Dell Technologies Proven Professional). * Experience briefing senior leaders and large audiences. * Ability to travel to PACAF MOBs and GSUs to conduct duties and responsibilities -at a maximum up to 10% of the time. Preferred Qualifications: * Training is highly preferred prior to starJBPH-Hting; however, must have the ability to obtain within 3 days of starting and maintain certificates of completion for the following training: * Level 1 Anti-Terrorist Training - within the past year * Level A Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) Training - within the past 1-2 years * USFK Training * DoD Cyber Awareness Challenge - within the past year * Operations Security (OPSEC) Awareness - within the past year * Derivative Classification IF103.16 - within the past year * Force Protection - within the past year Pay and Benefits The annual salary range for this position is $115,000 to $150,000. At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.