AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Lead design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise Cisco unified communications systems ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing communications. | Requires 11-12 years experience managing enterprise Cisco UC systems, active Top Secret clearance, and strong leadership and technical skills. | Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Lead CUCM Administrator to lead the administration, optimization, and modernization of enterprise Cisco unified communications environments supporting mission critical operations in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for complex voice, video, and collaboration systems, ensuring secure, reliable, and high performing communications capabilities across the organization. Responsibilities As a Unified Communications Lead with AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you will have the opportunity to do the following: • Take charge of the design, deployment, and optimization of mission-critical communication systems. • Provide strategic guidance to the team, while driving system improvements across a global footprint. • Lead the design, deployment, and management of Unified Communications systems, including Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Cisco Unity, and Telepresence Management Server. • Act as a senior escalation point, resolving complex UC issues such as voice and video challenges and call routing conflicts. • Oversee the management of UC endpoints, including Cisco VoIP phones and video conferencing systems. • Plan and execute large-scale system upgrades, migrations, and hardware refreshes. • Develop and enforce UC security policies to ensure compliance with DoD standards. • Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering skill development and technical excellence. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and third-party vendors, to ensure seamless UC operations. • Maintain and update operational documentation, including system architecture diagrams and technical guides. • Deliver regular performance and activity reports to senior leadership, identifying trends and recommending improvements. Qualifications • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility • Bachelor's degree and 11 to 12 years of relevant experience (additional experience and/or certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree) • Current Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8140 IAT Level II or III certification • Demonstrated success managing enterprise scale Cisco Unified Communications systems, preferably in a DoD environment • Expert knowledge of: • Cisco Unified Communications Manager • Cisco Unity • Voice Gateways • Cisco VTC codecs • VoIP endpoints • Telepresence Management Server • Strong understanding of: • VoIP protocols, including SIP, H323, and RTP • Quality of Service principles • Experience integrating unified communications systems with third party platforms, such as Microsoft Teams • Experience with at least three of the following: • Cisco Meeting Server • Cisco Meeting Manager • Telepresence Management Suite • Cisco Expressways • vBrick • Vyopta • Exceptional leadership, communication, and troubleshooting skills • Advanced Cisco collaboration certifications, such as CCNP Collaboration or CCIE Collaboration, are a plus. Pay Transparency StatementAMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $129,800.00/Yr. - USD $216,700.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

Design, configure, deploy, operate, and maintain Kubernetes platforms in secure DoD environments, supporting containerized application development and platform expansion. | 10+ years platform management and DevOps experience, 5+ years Kubernetes expertise including Rancher RKE2, automation scripting, secure environment experience, and Secret Clearance. | Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is looking for a Kubernetes Platform Engineer, well-versed in using Kubernetes in a DoD environment. This work is in support of development teams who will be developing and deploying containerized applications on Kubernetes platforms. Responsibilities • Assume role as team Subject Matter Expert for Rancher RKE2 • Assist in designing, configuring, and deploying Kubernetes platforms in multiple environments • Operate and maintain Kubernetes platforms in support of end-user developers • Assist or assume primary role in deploying new appliances within said Kubernetes platforms • Produce and/or review documentation related to the platforms • Work with design team in expanding platform capabilities to support end users #recruitingsurge Qualifications • Secret Clearance • 10+ years of experience with platform management, DevOps, Cloud, and infrastructure in an industry environment • 5+ years of experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Kubernetes • 5+ years of experience migrating or deploying containerized applications into Kubernetes • 5+ years of experience configuring networking and ingress, storage, and security in Kubernetes • 5+ years of experience configuring or integrating logging, monitoring, and metrics capabilities into Kubernetes • Experience with automation and scripting, including Python, Ansible and bash scripts • Experience with developing Helm charts and DevOps pipelines in tools such as GitLab CI • Knowledge of networking concepts and how to troubleshoot issues • Experience with Rancher RKE2 and Rancher Multi Cluster Manager • Experience with RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) • Experience working in secure environments • Experience with automated scripts to install and harden operating systems using Government STIGs EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

As a Linux System Engineer, you will design, install, implement, and configure systems in a virtual environment while providing ongoing support for the Windows/Linux infrastructure. You will also troubleshoot issues, monitor server performance, and create recovery processes for system failures. | Candidates must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance and have at least eight years of technical experience, including six years with RHEL. Security+ certification or equivalent is required, along with skills in Ansible and experience with system security and monitoring tools. | Overview Are you an experienced Linux System Administrator with demonstrated experience in Linux systems? Then we have a great opportunity for you to join our growing team in Chantilly, VA! As a Linux System Engineer, you will: Work with the latest, cutting-edge technology Have a direct impact on the success of a National Priority Program Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals. Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan! (ESOP). Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan. Responsibilities A week in the life of a Linux System Engineer includes: Design, install, implement, and configure systems in a virtual environment, as well as provide ongoing support of the Windows/Linux Infrastructure Create and maintain virtual machines using tools such as VMware vSphere Evaluate, improve, and maintain information security Troubleshoot issues identified by our customers Monitor and correct critical server issues Create recovery processes for system failures and performance bottlenecks Manage and monitor systems and infrastructure Develop process documents (SOPs) for use by fellow team members Qualifications Job Requirements• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance • Security+ or equivalent IAT 2 or higher certification. • Minimum eight (8) years of technical discipline experience with SDLC and managing virtual environments, including six (6) years hands-on working with RHEL • Ability to provision/configure/support required software and services onto servers • Skilled in Ansible Automation Platform, with hands-on experience in executing playbooks and managing job templates for maintenance tasks. • Ability to organize smaller tasks to solve larger issues problems. • Ability to lead/mentor people and projects to completion. • Tier 2 RHEL support experience • Experience with CM tools and baseline management • Experience with DISA STIGs • Experience with IAVM system • Experience with Red Hat patching process (YUM updates) and coordination of patching efforts • Experience with monitoring tools and system diagnostics • Experience with Account management and group policy using MS Active Directory • Ability to prioritize and manage tasks to accomplish goals on a given timeline • Experience managing and mitigating system security risks • Ability to provide general technical support for both hardware and software Preferred Qualifications in addition to the Job Requirements: • Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Jira Service Desk and Confluence)• Ability to review and modify ansible playbooks and managing job templates for operational tasks• Familiarity with container technology (docker or podmon) or the ability to learn• Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, Python, Ansible, YAML, Perl)• Experience with IT systems standards and practices (ITIL, COBIT)• Familiarity with Backup Software (Veeam)• Experience in the DoD healthcare sector EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status