AFCENT NOSC – Modeling & Simulation Engineer III

Company Overview:
As a dynamic systems integrator, SMS offers proven solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. SMS has served the federal government since 1976, providing cost‑effective solutions and services that support mission‑critical operations.

• Utilize modeling and simulation tools to develop network models from existing network architectures using network management data.
• Develop and run simulations to analyze the impact of technology integrations and changes in network architecture.
• Research and design wide‑area networks, either creating new networks or modifying existing ones.
• Recommend appropriate changes or resolutions in response to tactical and strategic trend analysis derived from network and systems models.
• Provide technical support for technology upgrades and new technology integrations to ensure interoperability with existing architecture.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and productivity with automation across all NOSC functional areas.
• Develop automation strategies and processes that support and align with organizational objectives.
• Support network troubleshooting and enhancement efforts by identifying sub‑standard network and/or application configurations and behavior.
• Coordinate with enclave engineering teams to design and implement automation of network/systems engineering processes.
• Integrate tools and processes to manage networks using software that automatically provisions, configures, deploys, and tests network/system infrastructures.
• Develop and implement programming and automation tools to modify and deploy network/system infrastructures.
• Manage and configure advanced network management toolset to collect data.
• Develop and update IT systems concept of operations and engineering plans.

• B.S. in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (or 7 years of experience).
• Unix/Linux experience.
• Ability to identify organizational policy stakeholders.
• Experience integrating automated capabilities for updating or patching system software; ability to develop processes for manual updating and patching based on current and projected patch timelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft server installation, roles, Active Directory, storage, performance management, and maintenance.
• Experience installing Microsoft Windows Server in host and compute environments, including creating server images.
• Experience with storage solutions, high availability, DNS, DHCP, network connectivity and remote access solutions, core and distributed network solutions, advanced network infrastructure, and maintaining and monitoring server environments.
• Top Secret clearance required.

• CCNP or CCDP
• ITIL Foundation (candidate has up to 60 days to acquire certification)

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.