Network Architect SME (Subject Matter Expert)

All Native Group is looking to fill the position for Subject Matter Expert (SME). The Subject Matter Expert (SME) Labor Category is a key resource within TWD. TWD engages in multiple large-scale ongoing remediation, retrofit, and new buildout efforts throughout managed networks that will require comprehensive project management support and technical expertise. The SME will support these efforts and offer thought leadership to current subject matter specialists and engineers.

Essential Functions

• Serve as primary technical POC for government customer Division Level leadership to ensure
  
  

mission objectives and strategic/technical vision is executed,

• Provide strategic thought leadership and support on forward-leaning technologies that support
  
  

not only the Division's mission and objectives, but also the Office and Bureau goals and

objectives.

• Provide project and portfolio management for Division Level strategic/forward-leaning
  
  

initiatives and projects,

• Lead and manage Proof of Concepts (POCs), Pilots, Authority to Test, and Analysis of
  
  

Alternatives as it relates to Enterprise-wide initiatives,

• Provide technical management and strategic guidance to subject matter experts (SMEs) in areas
  
  

including, but not limited to, enterprise data networking, unified communications UC, WiFi, and

cloud-related Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS), and

Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms.

• Create and author artifacts as it relates to technical and strategic initiatives; artifacts
  
  

include, but not limited to Executive-level briefings, Technology Roadmap(s), Course of Action

(COA) plans, weekly activity reports, IRM-level Strategic Communication Articles, Pilot Concept of

Operation Plans/Schedules, Contingency Plans, Operational Runbooks/Checklist, SWOTs, and data

visualization/dashboards,

• Provide advisory to Branch Level Operations and Maintenance (O&M) by creating, reviewing, and
  
  

verifying processes are implemented in accordance with government approval,

• Provide support to Branch Level Business Operations as it relates to financial-related tasks
  
  

(e.g., cost modeling) and frameworks (e.g, Technology Business Management, TBM), as well as vendor

relationship support.

Competencies

• Use information technology expertise and/or industry-focused experience in fulfilling the
  
  

interpreted customer specification.

• Provide thought leadership related to current and future customer plans with regard to the
  
  

ongoing efforts.

• The Subject Matter Expert may also serve in a quality control role for completed tasks and plan
  
  

reviews.

• Manage all or part of the forward-leaning technical initiatives (e.g., pilot initiatives,
  
  

analysis of alternatives, authority to test) as it relates to data, voice, WiFi, and cloud.

• Ensures all critical/high and/ or VIP incidents or service requests are tracked, monitored,
  
  

attended to or resolved promptly and efficiently within service level targets and/or scheduled

timeframes.

• Act as primary technical POC for government customer Division Level leadership to ensure mission
  
  

objectives and technical vision is executed.

• Frequently communicates with Team Leads on upcoming projects, system maintenance activities, and
  
  

unplanned events to ensure staff are prepared to support the Department.

• Report and analyze all operational and performance-based metrics to identify service improvement
  
  

and/or training initiatives.

• Identify, notify, and address operational/system deficiencies promptly with Government
  
  

Stakeholders and Program Manager.

• Consults, researches, recommends, and implements new data solutions into the enterprise.
• Must be willing and able to learn and retain information.
• Must be able to work independently and in team environments.
• Good oral and written communication skills
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

Will be required for this position.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office

equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The preponderance of the work is performed in an office-type setting, with adequate lighting,

heating/cooling, ventilation, and protection from the elements.

The contractor must be physically able, with reasonable and realistic accommodation where

appropriate, and agreeable to conduct on-site investigation of facilities, project sites, and

building systems in a variety of climates, site locations, and working conditions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend hours required, as required by business need.

Telework Policy

After 30 days of full-time employment, employees may have the option to work a combination of

on-site and remote, depending on workload requirements. Approval from ANG Leaders and the

government is required, along with a signed document that outlines the guidance and rules for

telework.

Please note that this is a privilege, and ANG/The government may change the policy at any time

during employment.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although about 10% out of the area and overnight

may be expected.

Experience

• A minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience is required for this position (See, Essential
  
  

Functions” and “Competencies” sections)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
  
  

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Required CCIE- (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert)
• Desired- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
• Desired- CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
  
  

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. citizen. Must possess or be able to obtain/maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance.

Compensation And Benefits

The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000.00-180,000.00 per year. We offer comprehensive benefits that allow you to balance work and life. A benefits summary is available from this link: https://jobs.allnativegroup.com/categories/1/benefits/1/employee-benefits

AAP/EEO Statement

All Native Group 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. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

We value the skills and experience Veterans bring to the workplace and strongly encourage Veterans to apply.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,

responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.