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Job Title: VIP Communications Support Engineer

Job Location: Stuttgart, Germany

• Provide IT traveling support for VIPs or executives regarding the installation, troubleshooting, operation, and maintenance of mobile telecommunications suites that call for subject matter expertise in areas of Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) and Unclassified Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNet), cryptographic, Voice over Secure Internet Protocol (VoSIP) and VoIP, cellular, Wi-Fi, video and messaging communication services.
• Install, employ, maintain, troubleshoot, operate and document SIPRNet and NIPRNet Automated Data Processing (ADP), IT systems, Terminal and Audio / Video devices in support of designated VIPs (military and civilian) as required.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Service (PMCS) on assigned ADP IT equipment in support of VIP users that could be in a fixed facility (e.g., military installations, hotels, etc.) or in an austere, deployed location.
• Install, employ, maintain, troubleshoot, operate and document Defense Mobile Classified and Unclassified Capability for secure voice and secure mail consisting of AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and other smart phones for Non-secure voice via Blackberry, Apple, or Android-based devices and laptop computers.

• An active, in-scope US Government issued Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with system administrator functions (Active Directory, applying patches, account management, system upgrades).
• Experience with network administrator functions (configuring routers and switches, troubleshooting IP configurations, routing protocols, EIGRP, OSPF, encryption devices).
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+CE, SSCP, GSEC, etc.).
• Supporting General Officer and/or Senior Executive Service VIPs; maintaining a professional appearance, clear communication in English, exercising discretion, and low profile.
• Extensive experience in data, voice, and video operations and configuration.
• Knowledge of configuration, installation, management, and maintenance of network routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VLANs, QoS, and other tools.
• Strong understanding of IP theory for system and network design, capable of producing and briefing diagrams.
• Good working knowledge of networks and systems for effective information assurance.
• Experience with systems and network software management applications.
• Knowledge of LAN switching protocols, security components such as ASA Firewalls, ACL, and IOS-based security.

• Prior military experience with a Commander’s Communications Team or similar VIP support.
• Knowledge of executive communication kits (e.g., Klas Voyager, EVK, ECK, DECTK, GRRIP).
• CCNA or advanced Cisco certifications.
• ITIL(V)3 Foundations or higher certification.
• Microsoft certifications in Technology or Solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience, OR an associate degree plus 7 years, OR a major certification plus 7 years, OR 11 years of recent experience.

Trace Systems, headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, supports our nation's security interests through cybersecurity, intelligence, communications, networking, and IT services for the DoD, Intelligence Community, and DHS.

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