Modeling & Simulation Engineer

SMS is looking for a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to lead and support AFCENT network communication efforts through the development of network models using existing network architectures, network management data, and simulation tools.

AFCENT’s mission is to deliver combat-ready air, space, communications, and cyberspace capability for USCENTCOM, helping maintain security and stability throughout Southwest Asia. We support the AFCENT Commander, USCENTCOM, coalition and joint partners, and warfighters who rely on NIPRNet, SIPRNet, partner networks, and other command-and-control systems. The AFCENT NOSC program is focused on running and protecting a 24/7 enterprise network and systems operations, including cybersecurity, engineering, maintenance, and technical support, keeping the AFCENT’s theater communications and IT infrastructure ready, secure, and available to effectively execute the AFCENT mission.

Since 1976, SMS has specialized in modernizing legacy IT and sustaining complex enterprise environments for federal agencies. With the goal of building long-term partnerships with our customers, we invest in our employees by providing the training, tools, and support they need to keep critical missions operational, improve performance, and reduce risk. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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Job Responsibilities

• 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 as new networks or modify existing networks.

• Recommend appropriate changes/resolutions in response to tactical and strategic trend analysis derived from network and systems models.

• Provide technical support to 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 organization objectives.

• Support network troubleshooting and enhancement efforts by identifying sub-standard network and/or application configurations and behavior.

• Coordinate with various enclave engineering teams to design and implement ways to automate network/systems engineering processes.

• Integrate tools and processes to manage networks using software to automatically provision, configure, deploy, and test network/system infrastructures.

• Develop and implement programming and automation tools to change 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.

• Provide OCONUS deployment/TDY travel support as required.
• Provide CONUS TDY support as required.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in related field and 5 or more years’ relevant experience; or, 7 or more years’ relevant experience

• Unix/Linux experience.

• Ability to identify organizational policy stakeholders

• Ability to integrate automated capabilities for updating or patching system software where practical and develop processes and procedures for manual updating and patching of system software based on current and projected patch timeline requirements for the operational environment of the system.

• Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding of Microsoft server installation, roles, active directory, storage, performance management, and maintenance.

• Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding with installation of Microsoft Windows Server in Host and Compute Environments, and Windows Server using server images.

• Experience with implementation of storage solutions, high availability, Domain Name Systems (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), network connectivity and remote access solutions, core and distributed network solutions, advance network infrastructure, and maintain and monitor server environments.

Certifications Required

• Active CCNP or CCDP

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

Clearance Required

• Department of Defense Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance.

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.

Req # 2026-5459