Network/Application Performance Engineer - DoD TS/SCI with FSP

Network/Application Performance Engineer - DoD TS/SCI with FSP

Spry Squared Inc

Columbia, MD • On-site

$110K - $180K/yr

Other

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Job Description

Must be a US Citizen
MUST HAVE A MINIMUM SECURITY CLEARANCE OF TS/SCI with FSP

As a Network and Application Performance Engineer working with our Client's product suite you will solve clients enterprise-wide network, application, and server capacity and performance issues. This position combines engineering disciplines with a business focus for delivering IT performance management solutions. You will utilize our Client's technologies to plan, design, deploy, operate, manage and optimize IT infrastructures.

  • Serve as an expert in cloud migration, WAN optimization, networking and application performance, and/or applications delivery, utilizing Riverbeds complete Application Performance portfolio
  • Provide specialized planning and design expertise in data center consolidation and data migration, network configuration and analysis, application performance troubleshooting and/or optimization
  • Analyze and understand customers IT organization, requirements and processes, and use this knowledge to assist in achieving full adoption and utilization of Clients solutions to maximize ROI and business value
  • Present and articulate advanced product features, benefits, and overall product solutions
  • Produce solutions to fulfill customer needs within budget and schedule constraints
  • Work directly with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders to achieve project goals

Desired Technical Skills:

  • Solid understanding of TCP/IP and network design, protocols, components and operations; multi-tier application architectures; and/or the internal workings of J2EE and .NET
  • Strong knowledge of web application architecture and software including Web Servers (Apache, IIS), J2EE Application Servers (Websphere, Weblogic), Databases (Oracle, SQL Server, DB2) and/or Operating Systems (UNIX, Windows)
  • Installation and configuration experience with ESX, VMFS, storage sub-systems, cache architectures and windowing systems
  • Experience with protocol analyzers, WireShark, NetFlow and/or packet analysis
  • Knowledge of Python and/or other scripting languages (ruby, perl, RESTful APIs)
Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen
MUST HAVE A MINIMUM CLEARANCE OF TOP SECRET WITH FULL SCOPE POLY

  • This is an onsite role, no remote work
  • Experience with Splunk, Cisco, Juniper, Cryptos, Palo Alto, ArcSIGHT, and Nessus Vulnerability scanning and RMF
  • Experience with Riverbed Tools (SteelHead, AppResponse, Profiler, NETIM, NetCollector, NetAuditor, Aternity)
  • Minimum DOD 8140/ DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (examples include: A+ CE, CCNA-Security, Security+, Network+ CE, CISSP, CASP, or SSCP)
  • BS/MS degree in a technical field, or equivalent military or career experience
  • CCNA (routing, switching) preferred
  • SD-WAN experience preferred
  • Experience in professional services, technical consulting, or network engineering/operations preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, drive IT projects forward in large organizations, and translate technical features into tangible customer business benefits
  • Self-motivated and capable of high performance under minimal supervision
  • Excellent business writing and presentation skills
  • Professionalism appropriate for working with Fortune 500 clients

Passion for teamwork and contributing to a world-class Professional Services team which values excellence, execution, and integrity 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary:  $110,000 - $180,000 annually Depending on Experience

Company Description

Spry Squared is a Minority and Woman Owned Small Business headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado with offices across the United States of America. We are an experienced federal government and commercial service provider with security cleared personnel working on various projects across the USA and the globe.


Spry Squared provides organizations with Best in Class Enterprise Solutions, Managed IT Services, Cybersecurity Solutions, IT Professional Services, Recruiting Services, Project/Program Management and technology products. We are your strategic partner and value-added reseller, solving complex business challenges by leveraging technology solutions that reduce costs, optimize productivity and minimize risk.




Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Applications Engineer?

A: To succeed as an Applications Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in software development languages such as C++, Java, or Python, as well as expertise in operating systems, databases, and cloud platforms. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are essential soft skills for this role. By combining these technical and soft skills, Applications Engineers can effectively design, implement, and support software applications, driving business growth and customer satisfaction while advancing their careers through leadership and technical specialization opportunities.

Q: What is the career path for a Applications Engineer?

A: A typical career path for an Applications Engineer involves progressing from an entry-level position, such as an Applications Engineer or Technical Support Specialist, to mid-level roles like Senior Applications Engineer or Technical Sales Engineer, where they develop expertise in product applications and sales. As they gain experience, they can move into senior roles like Technical Lead, Product Manager, or Solutions Architect, where they oversee product development, strategy, and implementation. Throughout their career, Applications Engineers can develop skills in product knowledge, technical communication, project management, and leadership, which can lead to long-term career prospects in technical sales, product management, or engineering leadership roles.



Spry Squared Inc job posting for a Network/Application Performance Engineer - DoD TS/SCI with FSP in Columbia, MD with a salary of $110,000 to $180,000 Annually with a map of Columbia location.