About Us: Innovating to solve real-world problems

Applied Insight enhances the ability of federal government customers to preserve national security, deliver justice and serve the public with advanced technologies and quality analysis. We work closely with agencies and industry to overcome technical and cultural hurdles to innovation, empowering them with the latest end-to-end cloud infrastructure, big data and cyber capabilities. Our expertise in cross-domain and boundary solutions, network analytics, DevOps and low-to-high development is unique in our industry. We develop and deliver innovative products and applications that are deployed in highly sensitive customer environments and have broad applications for federal missions.

On joining the Applied Insight team, you’ll be working to solve real-world problems on missions that matter with people who share your passions and encourage your ambition. It’s vital to us that we hire committed people who are great at what they do. We return that commitment by empowering them with the autonomy, the support and the tools they need to fulfill their true potential.

A day in the life (just a few of the things you may do on any given day):

As the Software Consultant you will provide the Customs and Border Protection National Maritime Center with a variety of support services including inventory database management, data system entry, system programming. The position requires the ability to interpret problems and provide technical support for various hardware, software, and systems.

Duties include:

• Installing, modifying, cleaning, and repairing computer hardware and software on regular intervals are required to maintain system efficiency.
• Responding to telephone calls and e-mail messages from client organizations looking for help with computer problems. In responding to these inquiries, careful attention and listening skills are necessary, as well, as asking questions to diagnose the nature of the problem, and then patiently walking the user through the problem-solving steps.
• Supporting upgrades, development, and implementation of new functionality to the system as NMC needs evolve.
• Continuing to ensure the applications are Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) compliant by leveraging their experience and familiarity with Trusted Agent FISMA (TAF), Risk Management System (RMS), and the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes and procedures.
• Overseeing the daily performance of the client’s computer systems and evaluating how useful software programs are.
• Assistance with software applications is provided to improve the workflow process and increase efficiency.

You will excel in this role if you have:

• Skills designing and maintaining MS SQL server applications including stored procedures, triggers, data transformation and database optimization.
• Skills in Crystal Reports (2008 ) design and application integration.
• Skills in developing dynamic web applications utilizing MS webapi c#, c or xBase languages on the server.
• Skills developing cross browser and mobile compatible AJAX web application UI in HTML, Active Widgets, EXTJS, Sencha Touch or JQuery.
• Experience maintaining Cisco firewalls, routers, VPN services, and remotely connected VPN sites required.

What we are expecting from you (i.e. the qualifications you must have):

• Must have a minimum of seven years of experience in coding, maintaining, and operating inventory tracking systems and aircraft operation systems.
• Experience with management, logistical, and operational elements of Federal maritime and aviation programs is strongly desired.
• Demonstrated experience designing, installing, updating and maintain large MS windows-based computer system including all hardware and software is required.
• Experience in updating, maintaining, and providing comprehensive training and user support on material inventory tracking systems and aircraft operation systems, including developing technical documentation and lesson structures.
• Must successfully pass a background check and any additional customer background investigation requirements prior to employment.

What we are desiring from you (i.e. the nice-to-have qualifications):

• Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security IT processes.
• Knowledge of the Customs Automated Material and Inventory Tracking System (CAMITS)

What we will provide in return: Excellent compensation and amazing benefits

• Multiple health insurance options which include a PPO plan with ZERO deductibles and an HSA plan.
• 401k Immediate Vesting. Company matches 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed.
• Fully paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible work schedules with the ability to bank extra hours for additional time off.
• Government shutdown protection where employees don't have to use leave for up to 3 days out of the year for inclement weather or budget issues.
• Employee centric culture and a belief that we should empower those who are good at what they do and then give them the tools they need to achieve success and grow their career.
• A commitment to learning and growth and easy ways to achieve both including a training budget, education assistance, mentorship programs and collaborative learning sessions.
• A collaborative environment that fosters communication and an open-door policy.

Applied Insight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, age, disability or handicap, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.