Information Technology Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Information Technology Subject Matter Expert
Security Clearance: IT-I – Critical Sensitive (Tier 5/SSBI)/ High Risk
Clearance: Top SECRET
IA Level: IAT II (Security CE)

Job Location: Remote
Be available to support meetings at Columbus, OH, and/or Fort Belvoir, VA
Overview:
Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a subject-matter expert (SME) for a potential opportunity to serve as a Management Information System (MIS) manager.
In this position, the SME will design, develop, and manage the implementation of risk assessment and business contingency planning framework, methodology, and tools to ensure business continuity of operations across a large, multi-division, decentralized organization. Supports multilanguage, multi-platform, and multi-operating system operations and utilizes electronic commerce and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) applications.

Key Responsibilities:
Recognizes and recommends new or emerging technology or software to satisfy functional requirements and processes.
Provides highly technical and/or specialized guidance concerning automation solutions to complex information processing problems related to the subject field.
Provides customer support using enterprise solutions software to integrate business areas, consistent with today’s technology, to operate in an open systems environment and client service architectures.
Analyzes data processing requirements to plan EDP systems to provide system capabilities required for projected workloads.
Plans layout and installation of new systems or modification of existing systems. Sets up and controls analog or hybrid computer systems to solve scientific and engineering problems.
Develops applications that take advantage of Internet protocols and platforms. Internet developers extend beyond traditional software development disciplines to demonstrate advanced graphical design abilities, familiarity with new media formats, and a solid understanding of Internet communications protocols and services. Deploys new applications that utilize Internet standards to enable wide access from the diverse client types found throughout the public Internet.
Integrates the following network infrastructure components: Routers, Switches, Routed Networks, Frame Relay, Static and Dynamic Routes Configuration, Token Ring Topology, Ethernet Topology, CISCO, 3COM, Network Troubleshooting, Network Polling, Network Discovery.

Required Qualifications (Must-Haves):

• BS in a technical discipline with at least ten (10) years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience and knowledge in:
  • Google Cloud Platform and Amazon Web Services management and administration
  • Current Windows and RHEL server operating systems
  • Oracle and Microsoft SQL databases
  • Network administration, Internet communications protocols and services
  • Project management
• 8570.01-M Baseline Certification:
• One of the following
• Google Cloud Platform certifications:
  • Google Associate Cloud Engineer
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect

Plus, one of the following:

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect -

Required Experience: Performing the Following tasks/Responsibilities:

• In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Platform administration
• Experience with commercial cloud provider solutions in addition to Google (i.e., Microsoft Azure, AWS, OCI) and associated relevant industry certifications.
• Five (5) years of hands-on experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) IT systems.
• Three (3) years’ experience designing, architecting, deploying, and managing cloud-based infrastructures, resources, and applications.
• Project Management Experience: Proven experience leading cloud infrastructure projects from conception to completion, including design, implementation, and sustainment support phases.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: Proficiency in problem-solving and troubleshooting complex issues, with the ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, communicate to management, and implement effective solutions promptly.
• Leadership and Team Management: Ability to lead and motivate a team of IT professionals, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure project objectives are met effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to persuade, negotiate, convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and facilitate collaboration between multiple teams involved in projects.
• Cyber Security and Risk Management: Deep knowledge of cloud security principles and best practices. Strong understanding of DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)/ IAVAs relating to cybersecurity principles with experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with security posture as well as prepping and supporting successful audits.
• Documentation and Reporting: Skilled in preparing and organizing comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, job guides, and technical documentation, to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of network architecture, security, and routing, including virtual private clouds (VPC), load balancers, and firewalls.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Google Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Proficient in scripting languages and automation tools for supporting Infrastructure as Code and routine system administrative tasks.
• Strong proficiency in the administration of Windows and RHEL operating systems.
• Experience with Oracle, SQL, and other enterprise database management systems.

About Nationwide IT Services
NIS is an IT and Management consulting company and is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers, leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO (sick/vacation), commuter benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), and educational reimbursement, along with Pet Insurance.

Nationwide IT Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, disability, or protected veteran status.