Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced,
part-time Systems Architect / Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep expertise in
multi-level security (MLS) systems to support the
modernization and
expansion of the
Exodus Transport Network (ETN) at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, CA.
This role provides
senior-level architectural and technical expertise on a part-time basis in support of Government-directed mission needs.
As a
Systems Architect / SME at AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you will:
- Design, assess, and support the implementation of multi-level security (MLS) architectures across hardware, operating systems, applications, databases, networking, and cybersecurity domains, including performance tradeoff and risk analyses.
- Apply expert-level knowledge of Solaris 11.3+ with Trusted Extensions (TX) to support the modernization, sustainment, and expansion of the Exodus Transport Network (ETN).
- Integrate Solaris Trusted Extensions, Linux, Windows, networking components, databases (Oracle/MySQL), and development tools to deliver new and enhanced capabilities, including PL-3 to PL-4 transitions.
- Perform hands-on system configuration, testing, installation, and modification activities to improve system performance, reliability, and cybersecurity posture.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including CONOPS, SOPs, engineering change packages, risk assessments, and architectural artifacts, to support system operations and lifecycle management.
- Support the operation and sustainment of MLS production, test, and development environments, ensuring stability, compliance, and security.
- Evaluate technical proposals, architectural designs, and system alternatives for feasibility, technical soundness, and cybersecurity risk.
- Provide objective technical analysis and advisory support to Government teams by clarifying design issues, resolving technical conflicts, and assessing contractor submissions.
- Collaborate with system administrators, network engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and other stakeholders to improve system reliability, functionality, and security.
- Deliver technical briefings and targeted training on advanced MLS concepts to support knowledge transfer and workforce readiness.
What's in it for you:
- Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance
- Master's degree in a related technical field, or Bachelor's degree with an additional 4+ years of relevant experience
- DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III-compliant certification, or the ability to obtain an 8140-compliant certification within 90 days of start date
- Solaris operating system credentials or demonstrated expert-level experience administering Solaris and Trusted Solaris environments
- 10+ years' experience designing, developing, and administering multi-level security (MLS) systems
- 10+ years' experience working with multi-level operating systems, including one or more of the following:
- Trusted Solaris
- Solaris with Trusted Extensions
- SELinux with MLS and/or Pitbull
- Strong experience with hardware platforms and enterprise storage systems supporting secure, high-availability environments
- 5+ years' experience administering Oracle databases and Solaris-based platforms
- 5+ years' experience administering Linux systems in secure or enterprise environments
- Demonstrated experience integrating multi-level systems, including Solaris Trusted Extensions, Linux, Windows, networking components, databases, and development tools to support:
- Future system expansion
- Interconnection of PL-3 customer networks
- Transition to a PL-3 data warehouse
- Experience designing enterprise-level architectures in DoD and/or SAP environments
- Knowledge of network security tools, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
- Candidates must reside within approximately two (2) hours driving distance of China Lake, CA to support recurring on-site program requirements.
- This position is part-time and compensated hourly, (typically 20-32 hours per week), with a targeted rate range of $110.00 to $125.00 per hour.