Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a C-sUAS Network Planning Lead supporting a Department of War customer in the National Capital Region.
The Network Planning Lead is responsible for the planning, design, and technical integration of networks supporting counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) experimentation, assessment, and rapid fielding. The lead translates Service and combatant commander requirements into executable network plans and coordinates the technical activities required to support each event.
This position works directly with supported-unit and combatant command communications staffs, technical teams, and vendors to integrate new capabilities and associated data into fires and air defense networks. The lead directs live technical integrations, identifies interoperability constraints, and coordinates the resolution of network and data exchange issues which could affect experimentation or fielding.
This is a fast-moving headquarters environment in a growing organization where mission requirements and processes continue to evolve. The role requires a technical lead who operates with minimal supervision, takes initiative, communicates credibly with military and civilian leadership, and explains technical problems in terms of their operational impact.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Lead network planning, integration, and technical support for experimentation, assessment, and rapid fielding events in support of Service and combatant commander requirements.
- Translate operational requirements into network designs and integration plans which account for participating systems, supported-unit infrastructure, and required data exchanges.
- Coordinate with supported-unit and combatant command communications staff elements to define connectivity requirements, identify network constraints, and synchronize technical preparations.
- Plan and lead live technical integrations, establishing the sequence of activities, technical responsibilities, and checks needed to confirm systems can exchange required data.
- Work directly with vendors to integrate new C-UAS systems and associated data, clarify interface requirements, and resolve compatibility issues across participating systems.
- Coordinate network troubleshooting during integration and fielding activities by working with vendors and supported units to isolate connectivity problems and restore required data exchanges.
- Develop and maintain network diagrams, integration plans, and configuration documentation as participating systems and mission requirements change.
- Assess network integration readiness, identify unresolved dependencies and technical risks, and communicate their implications for event execution and fielding to government leads.
- Coordinate technical work across network planners, supported staffs, and vendor teams, and brief network designs, integration status, and recommended corrective actions.
- Document integration results, unresolved deficiencies, lessons learned, and incorporate improvements into subsequent experimentation and fielding plans.
Salary Range: 129,580 - 194,367
Preferred Qualifications- Must be a US Citizen
- Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
- Must have a bachelor’s degree. Relevant experience and certifications may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
- Experience planning and implementing fires and Air Defense Artillery (ADA) data networks.
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or higher.
- Demonstrated ability to translate operational requirements into network designs and executable technical integration plans.
- Ability to lead hands-on technical integration and troubleshoot network connectivity, interoperability, and data exchange problems.
- Ability to coordinate technical work with military communications staffs, vendors, and other mission partners, and communicate requirements across technical and operational audiences.
- Ability to develop clear network documentation and brief network designs, technical risks, and integration status to military and civilian leadership.
- Demonstrated initiative, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to organize and execute work with minimal supervision in an evolving, high-tempo environment.
- Ability and willingness to travel in support of experimentation, assessment, and fielding activities.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Active Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's degree, unless relevant experience or certifications substitute
- Experience planning and implementing fires and Air Defense Artillery data networks
- Cisco Certified Network Associate certification or higher
- Ability to translate operational requirements into network designs and technical integration plans
- Ability to lead hands-on technical integration and troubleshoot network connectivity, interoperability, and data exchange issues
- Ability to coordinate technical work with military communications staffs, vendors, and mission partners
- Ability to communicate requirements to technical and operational audiences
- Ability to develop network documentation and brief technical risks and integration status
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a high-tempo, evolving environment
- Willingness to travel for experimentation, assessment, and fielding activities
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave up to 30 days, adoption assistance, and other family-oriented leaves are highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay for many roles.
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