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Leidos

<div>Description
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has a continuing requirement for Homeland Enterprise Information Technology Secure Services &amp; Support (HEITS) for the continual operations and maintenance and evolution of the Homeland Secure Data Network (HSDN) and the Classified Local Area Network (C-LAN).
Leidos is seeking a broadly experienced candidate to provide Tier 1 and 2 Desktop Support for multiple domains with users locally and remotely, with excellent communication skills and the ability to support VIP and VVIP customers. This position will work with Active Directory and Exchange to create/modify/terminate accounts, as well as troubleshoot workstations, printers, and other peripheral devices. Additional responsibilities include imaging, installing, and configuring workstations and troubleshooting Windows 10 and above and Microsoft Office suite for standard workstations and Secureview workstations. Candidates should be interested in learning new technology and providing support to the user community.
Primary responsibilities will include:<ul><li>
Communicating and interfacing with customers and Leidos Site Lead on issues and daily tasking.</li><li>
Providing Tier 1 and 2 support for multiple domains with users locally and remotely.</li><li>
Working with Active Directory and Exchange to create, modify and terminate accounts.</li><li>
Troubleshooting workstations, printers, and other peripheral devices.</li><li>
Imaging, installing, and configuring workstations, including virtual machine operations.</li><li>
Troubleshooting Windows 10 and above, as well as Microsoft Office suite.</li><li>
Learning new technology and providing support to the user community as well as issuing and maintaining Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) tokens.</li><li>
Working with automated Help Desk tools such as Microsoft System Center, Remedy, and ServiceNow.</li><li>
Troubleshooting Citrix desktop virtualization environment and thin client.</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college with 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or a Master&rsquo;s degree with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience will be considered.</li><li>
Strong problem solving and organizational skills and able to work in a professional environment.</li><li>
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
DHS or other government contract experience.</li><li>
Knowledge of HEITS processes.</li><li>
Comfortable discussing technical information with users and other support personnel.</li><li>
Ability to quickly learn new systems and IT concepts.</li><li>
Strong problem solving and decision making skills.</li><li>
Ability to work autonomously as well as an integral member of a team.</li></ul>
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo &mdash; because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 &mdash; and moving faster than anyone else dares.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Original Posting:</h2>
July 10, 2026 
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Pay Range:</h2>
Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos&rsquo; name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system &ndash; never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.</div>

Desktop Support Engineer

American Educational Research Association

<div>
 
 The American Educational Research Association (AERA) is the nation&rsquo;s largest professional organization dedicated to advancing education research and its use to improve education and serve the public good. Founded in 1916, AERA is a nonprofit scholarly association with more than 22,000 members across the United States and around the world. _______________________________________________________________________
 
 
 
 
 
 
 General Description:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The American Educational Research Association seeks a Publications Associate to work as an integral part of the publications program on tasks related to the daily operations and planning of the program. Duties include but are not limited to serving as managing editor for
 
 Educational Researcher
 
 , one of the Association&rsquo;s flagship journals; supporting journal peer-review processes; administering copyright and permissions; desktop publishing; creating content for publications webpages; handling advertising; and proofreading and copyediting, as needed. The Publications Associate also supports other aspects of the journal and books program and dissemination of its content. The Publications Associate is expected to be versatile in building on the mission of the Association&rsquo;s publications program and working with staff in other programs in support of that mission. The incumbent reports to the Director of Publications and works across function with others on staff.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Completion of a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, social science background desirable (such as education, sociology, psychology, economics, political science, anthropology).
 
 
 &bull; Strong computer skills, including advance knowledge of and experience in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Experience in HTML and social networking strategies strongly preferred, and experience using editing styles such as APA or Chicago also preferred.
 
 
 &bull; Desktop publishing skills. Experience with Photoshop and InDesign preferred.
 
 
 &bull; Dynamic and professional self-starter who is a motivated and organized quick learner with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to see and understand the big picture and translate into daily action lists, correspondence, and vigilant follow-up.
 
 
 &bull; Energetic and creative thinker who is engaged and resourceful with a can-do attitude.
 
 
 &bull; Must be flexible in nature and able to adapt to planned and unanticipated changes in a fast-paced work environment. Must be able to manage competing demands and deal with changes, delays, or unexpected events.
 
 
 &bull; Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
 
 
 &bull; The ability to focus on details, take ownership of a project and manage it to its ultimate, successful conclusion on deadline.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to work independently and as a supportive team member on multiple projects across functions.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including mastery of grammar, spelling, and proofreading.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues at all levels as well as interact with the public in person, by telephone, and by e-mail.
 
 
 &bull; Experience in publications and a sense of print and digital design and layout.
 
 
 &bull; Experience with writing content for online distribution.
 
 
 &bull; Ability and willingness to travel occasionally and to work outside of business hours when necessary.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Salary and Benefits:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Salary from $50,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. AERA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of team members.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Other Position Details:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 AERA currently operates on a hybrid schedule with designated 3 days per week in AERA&rsquo;s Washington, DC office and other days remote. AERA&rsquo;s hybrid work schedule is subject to change based on organizational needs, events, and activities.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 Application Process:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Please submit your resume, cover letter, a list of three professional references to Publications, Attention: Publications Associate Search, at employment@aera.net. Applications will be reviewed and telephone or Zoom interviews will be conducted with selected candidates before finalists are invited for on-site interviews.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The American Educational Research Association is an equal employment opportunity employer
 
 .
 
 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.&nbsp;
 
 
</div>

Publications Associate

Hitachi Energy

<div>Function
Enterprise Applications
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Our Company
</h1>We&rsquo;re Hitachi Digital Services, a global digital solutions and transformation business with a bold vision of our world&rsquo;s potential. We&rsquo;re people-centric and here to power good. Every day, we future-proof urban spaces, conserve natural resources, protect rainforests, and save lives. This is a world where innovation, technology, and deep expertise come together to take our company and customers from what&rsquo;s now to what&rsquo;s next. We make it happen through the power of acceleration.
Imagine the sheer breadth of talent it takes to bring a better tomorrow closer to today. We don&rsquo;t expect you to &lsquo;fit&rsquo; every requirement &ndash; your life experience, character, perspective, and passion for achieving great things in the world are equally as important to us.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Job description
</h1><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite)
</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Meet Our Team
</h2>Join our End User Computing (EUC) team, where we are passionate about delivering secure, seamless, and modern workplace technology experiences. We manage and optimize the devices, applications, and platforms that empower employees to work efficiently from anywhere. As an EUC Engineer, you'll collaborate with infrastructure, security, service management, and business teams to drive innovation, improve user experiences, and maintain a reliable endpoint environment across Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What You'll Be Doing:
</h2>As an EUC Engineer, you will play a key role in engineering, managing, securing, and optimizing the end user technology environment.
Endpoint Engineering &amp; Standard Operating Environment (SOE)
<ul><li>Create, maintain, and enhance Windows Standard Operating Environment (SOE) images aligned with organizational standards.
</li><li>Design and deliver new SOE image projects and deployment solutions.
</li><li>Manage software image lifecycle activities, including updates, testing, and validation.
</li><li>Perform image quality assurance, software compatibility reviews, and malware protection checks.
</li><li>Execute installation, integration, and functional testing activities.
</li><li>Maintain accurate technical documentation and update ITSM records for all image-related changes.
</li></ul>Microsoft Intune &amp; Endpoint Platform Administration
<ul><li>Design, implement, and maintain enterprise endpoint management solutions using Microsoft Intune.
</li><li>Recommend EUC platform architecture, standards, and best practices.
</li><li>Evaluate emerging endpoint technologies and tools to improve platform capabilities.
</li><li>Test and validate new standards and solutions for compatibility with existing infrastructure.
</li><li>Document platform configurations, exceptions, and operational procedures.
</li></ul>Software Packaging &amp; Deployment
<ul><li>Develop and maintain software packaging and deployment standards.
</li><li>Create deployment-ready application packages (MSI, IntuneWin, and other formats).
</li><li>Conduct packaging validation and pre-deployment testing.
</li><li>Schedule, deploy, and monitor application rollouts across the organization.
</li><li>Troubleshoot deployment issues and ensure software licensing compliance.
</li><li>Provide reporting on software deployment success rates and operational metrics.
</li></ul>Mobile Device Management (MDM)
<ul><li>Administer and support Microsoft Intune MDM capabilities.
</li><li>Develop and maintain mobile device enrollment processes.
</li><li>Configure device policies, compliance controls, and security baselines.
</li><li>Deploy and manage mobile applications across enterprise-managed devices.
</li><li>Monitor compliance posture and generate operational reports.
</li><li>Provide technical support for device enrollment and configuration activities.
</li></ul>Active Directory &amp; Group Policy Administration
<ul><li>Maintain Active Directory services, security controls, and operational health.
</li><li>Create, modify, and optimize Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
</li><li>Conduct periodic health checks and security reviews.
</li><li>Monitor directory services performance and compliance requirements.
</li><li>Produce documentation and reporting related to Active Directory operations.
</li></ul>Apple Device Management (JAMF)
<ul><li>Administer and maintain JAMF Pro for macOS and iOS environments.
</li><li>Create and deploy configuration profiles, policies, and software packages.
</li><li>Manage Apple device enrollment, compliance, inventory, and lifecycle activities.
</li><li>Integrate JAMF with identity management and security platforms.
</li><li>Troubleshoot macOS and iOS device management challenges.
</li><li>Maintain JAMF-related documentation and operational processes.
</li></ul>Continuous Improvement &amp; Governance
<ul><li>Document technical processes and support operational excellence.
</li><li>Contribute to endpoint security initiatives and compliance requirements.
</li><li>Track activities and changes through ITSM processes.
</li><li>Identify opportunities for automation and operational improvement using scripting and endpoint management tools.
</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What You'll Bring to the Team:
</h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Required Qualifications
</h3><ul><li>Experience managing enterprise endpoint environments using Microsoft Intune and SCCM/MECM .
</li><li>Strong background in Windows OS engineering , deployment, and lifecycle management.
</li><li>Hands-on experience creating, maintaining, and deploying SOE desktop images .
</li><li>Experience with software packaging, application deployment, and endpoint security management .
</li><li>Strong knowledge of Active Directory , Group Policy (GPO) administration, and identity services.
</li><li>Experience managing mobile devices , security policies, and compliance controls.
</li><li>Working knowledge of JAMF Pro and Apple device management technologies.
</li><li>Proficiency with PowerShell scripting and automation techniques.
</li><li>Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills.
</li></ul>Preferred Attributes
<ul><li>Strong understanding of endpoint security best practices and compliance frameworks.
</li><li>Experience working within ITIL-based service management environments.
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
</li><li>Strong collaboration and communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
</li><li>Passion for continuous improvement and delivering an exceptional end-user experience.
</li></ul>#LI-RS2
</div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">About us
</h1>We&rsquo;re a global, team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can make a positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can bring a better tomorrow closer to today, this is the place for you.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives
</h1>Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">How we look after you
</h1>We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We&rsquo;re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you&rsquo;ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.
We&rsquo;re proud to say we&rsquo;re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.</div>

EUC Engineer

NIMA Corporation

<div></div><div>Nash Harbor Solutions (NHS) is seeking qualified and motivated IT Help Desk Specialists (Journeyman Computer Support Specialists) to support a Federal customer in Washington, DC. This position is contingent upon contract award and offers the opportunity to provide critical enterprise IT support services in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.
The selected candidate will play a key role in supporting end users across Windows, macOS, and mobile device environments while contributing to endpoint management, identity and access administration, cybersecurity compliance, and enterprise technology modernization initiatives. Successful candidates will possess strong technical troubleshooting skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced Federal IT environment.<div>
This position is expected to be primarily onsite in Washington, DC, with occasional support at alternate facilities in Virginia. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional technical support, solving complex IT challenges, and supporting mission-critical operations, we encourage you to apply and join our growing team of professionals dedicated to serving Federal customers.</div><div> 
Responsibilities</div> 
The IT Help Desk Specialist (Journeyman Computer Support Specialist) will perform the following duties:<div><ul><li>
Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting services for agency personnel across Windows, macOS, and mobile device environments.</li><li>
Inspect, image, configure, inventory, and deploy desktop computers, laptops, mobile devices, and related hardware in accordance with agency standards.</li><li>
Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair hardware, software, peripherals, operating systems, firmware, and security updates.</li><li>
Register, configure, and support enterprise mobile devices using approved Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms.</li><li>
Deploy software packages and configuration baselines using endpoint management tools such as Ivanti, KACE, Microsoft Intune, JAMF, or equivalent technologies.</li><li>
Execute system validation and verification testing to ensure devices meet security, imaging, and compliance requirements.</li><li>
Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, authentication, identity management, network connectivity, and endpoint performance issues.</li><li>
Administer Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Active Directory environments, including user account provisioning, group policy adjustments, and identity lifecycle management.</li><li>
Support macOS administration, including device enrollment, configuration profiles, FileVault management, and enterprise authentication integration.</li><li>
Provide Tier II technical support while assisting Tier I personnel through mentoring, technical guidance, escalation support, and development of standard operating procedures.</li><li>
Create, update, and maintain technical documentation, knowledge base articles, user guides, and standard operating procedures.</li><li>
Coordinate with Service Desk, Network Operations, Cloud Services, Engineering, and Cybersecurity teams to resolve technical issues and support enterprise operations.</li><li>
Communicate effectively with end users regarding ticket status, issue resolution, and technical guidance while maintaining exceptional customer service.</li><li>
Replace defective or obsolete hardware and software components and maintain accurate asset inventory records.</li><li>
Analyze recurring technical issues and problem trends, identify root causes, recommend process improvements, and implement corrective actions.</li><li>
Apply Zero Trust security principles and information assurance best practices when supporting endpoint devices, identity management, and customer systems.</li><li>
Perform secure media sanitization and destruction using approved tools and maintain required documentation.</li><li>
Support workstation refreshes, system migrations, hardware deployments, and data recovery activities.</li><li>
Participate in patch management, vulnerability remediation, imaging improvements, endpoint automation, and configuration management initiatives.</li><li>
Assist with incident response, outage resolution, emergency support, and other special IT projects as assigned by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).</li></ul></div><div></div> 
Minimum Qualifications:<div><ul><li>
Experience providing enterprise-level technical support for Windows and macOS operating systems.</li><li>
Experience deploying, configuring, imaging, and maintaining desktop computers, laptops, and mobile devices.</li><li>
Experience supporting endpoint management platforms such as Microsoft Intune, JAMF, Ivanti, KACE, or similar enterprise management solutions.</li><li>
Experience administering Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), Active Directory, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Identity and Access Management (IAM).</li><li>
Experience troubleshooting authentication, connectivity, endpoint performance, and operating system issues.</li><li>
Working knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments, including AWS-hosted resources and identity integrations.</li><li>
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, endpoint security, patch management, configuration management, and automated deployment processes.</li><li>
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and customer service skills.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical documentation and mentor junior personnel.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while delivering responsive, high-quality customer support in a fast-paced enterprise environment.</li></ul></div>
Preferred Certifications:<div><ul><li>
CompTIA Security+</li><li>
Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate (or equivalent)</li><li>
Apple Certified IT Professional</li><li>
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (or higher)</li><li>
ITIL Foundation Certification</li><li>
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator &ndash; Associate</li></ul></div>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field</li></ul><div></div> 
Security Requirements:
Contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or H-1B visa holders who satisfy all contract eligibility requirements. Personnel must successfully complete an FBI fingerprint-based background investigation, comply with all CBO security requirements, complete required cybersecurity and security awareness training, and execute all required non-disclosure agreements prior to performing work.
Support Hours: Normal support hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contractor personnel are expected to work approximately 40 hours per week. Occasional work outside normal business hours may be required to support system outages, emergencies, maintenance activities, or other mission requirements. All overtime must receive prior Government approval.
Place of Performance:
Primary work location: Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Ford House Office Building, 2nd and D Streets SW, Washington, DC
Occasional support may be required at designated CBO alternate facilities in Manassas, Virginia and Ashburn, Virginia.
Travel: No routine travel is anticipated.<div>
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Health &amp; Dependent Care Plans, Transit &amp; Parking Spending Plan, Paid Time Off, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match, Parental Leave, Free Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance Plans, Employee Assistance Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and Referral Bonuses.</div><div></div><div> 
Physical Demands:</div><div>
While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent will be exposed to normal demands associated with an office environment. Ability to work on a computer for long periods, and communicate with individuals by telephone, email, and face to face. This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.</div><div></div><div> 
Work Environment:</div><div>
The noise level in the work environment is usually light to medium.</div><div></div> 
Company Overview: Nash Harbor Solutions (NHS) is an SBA-certified Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) 8(a) small business delivering innovative management consulting, enterprise IT, cybersecurity, engineering, acquisition, and mission support services to Federal civilian and Department of Defense customers. NHS combines deep technical expertise with proven program management capabilities to provide secure, scalable, and mission-focused solutions that enable modernization, operational excellence, and measurable results across complex Federal environments.
NHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in accordance with all applicable laws, including VEVRAA protections for covered veterans. NHS will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of others, consistent with applicable law. Nash Harbor Solutions is an E-Verify employer.
NHS maintains operations in Alexandria, Virginia, with its parent Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, supporting Federal customers nationwide.</div>

IT Help Desk Specialist

Q2Impact

<div>Project Summary: This contract supports the Joint Staff Strategy, Plans, and Policy Directorate (J5), through its Deputy Directorate for Counter Threats and International Cooperation (DDCTIC), in meeting the minimum statutory requirements of Public Law 115-68, the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Act of 2017. The contract delivers WPS training and education for the Joint Force, sociocultural analysis, and data collection for annual statutory reporting. The Data Engineer supports the J5 data infrastructure underpinning all of these functions, building and maintaining the data pipelines, repositories, and AI-enabled tools that allow analysts and senior decision-makers across the directorate to access mission-critical information. This position is full-time and is contingent upon award. 
Position Summary: The Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains the data infrastructure supporting J5 WPS statutory reporting and analytical functions. The role is responsible for identifying and integrating mission-critical data sources from across the DoW and interagency partners, managing curated datasets within the J5 Data Catalog, and developing and maintaining WPS AI agents. The Data Engineer works closely with WPS analysts and Joint Staff leadership to ensure data assets are standardized, documented, and decision-ready. 
General Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Identify, acquire, and engineer access to mission-critical data sources from across the DoW and interagency partners.</li><li>
Design, build, and maintain automated data pipelines to ingest, clean, and integrate data into a centralized repository.</li><li>
Publish and manage curated datasets as discoverable assets within the J5 Data Catalog, ensuring documentation, standardization, and accessibility for analysts and decision-makers.</li><li>
Develop and maintain WPS AI agents in support of J5 analytical and reporting requirements.</li><li>
Support data collection and collation for NATO reporting requirements and annual WPS statutory reporting.</li><li>
Produce interactive dashboards and data visualizations for senior military leadership, including Flag Officers, General Officers, and SES members.</li><li>
Prepare and present technical materials to senior leadership as required.</li><li>
Contribute to Monthly Status Reports and other deliverables as required by the PWS.</li></ul> 
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Proven, hands-on expertise in data engineering, including building and maintaining secure data pipelines and managing data warehouse solutions in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS, Azure).</li><li>
Expert-level proficiency in data programming languages (e.g., Python, R).</li><li>
Experience developing interactive dashboards for senior leadership using visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).</li><li>
Ability to prepare and present materials to Flag Officers, General Officers, or Senior Executive Service (SES) members.</li><li>
Familiarity with DoW data governance frameworks and interagency data-sharing protocols preferred.</li><li>
Experience with AI/ML tool development in a government or national security context preferred.</li><li>
Minimum of three (3) years of experience leading data-centric programs, with demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing enterprise data strategy, architecture, and governance.</li><li>
Minimum of five (5) years of function-related experience at the operational or strategic level, with a demonstrated understanding of DoW organization and operations.</li><li>
Experience includes joint doctrine, strategic planning, the operational planning process, and DoD security cooperation.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required.</li><li>
Master's degree or higher in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.</li></ul>
Location and Travel: Pentagon / National Capital Region (NCR). Telework considered only on an exception basis. Travel in support of contract requirements as directed by the COR. 
Requirements 
Required Security Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required. Must possess and maintain a final Top Secret (TS) security clearance, fully adjudicated with an indication of &quot;determined eligibility of DCID 6/4&quot; in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS).</div>

Data Engineer

BOAB Ventures

<div>
 Sr. Network Engineer III Washington, DC (100% onsite)
 
 
 Clearance: Top Secret
 
 
 Certifications Required: CCNP The Sr. Network Engineer III provides senior-level engineering support for mission-critical enterprise networks. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, reliable, and scalable network solutions that support organizational objectives and ensure optimal performance and availability.
 
 
 We know that you can&rsquo;t have great technology services without amazing people. We are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below! What you&rsquo;ll do:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Design, implement, and troubleshoot enterprise network solutions for federal government customers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as a technical SME, support routing and switching technologies, resolve complex issues, contribute to Agile delivery, and provide innovative solutions that build customer trust and support mission success. What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed:
 </li>
 <li>
 An active Top Secret security clearance.
 </li>
 <li>
 10+ years of experience in network engineering with hands-on responsibility for core enterprise routing and switching infrastructure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a technical field is preferred. Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Subject matter expertise in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex routing protocols, including BGP and OSPF.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with software-defined WAN architectures and implementations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with Peplink products.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience supporting enterprise switching environments, including VLANs, STP, and related Layer 2 technologies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience managing and maintaining high-availability, high-performance network backbones in mission-critical environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience with Cisco ASR, ISR, Catalyst, and Nexus platforms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Explicit experience performing network traffic analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment.
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Sr. Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Everforth ECS

<div>Everforth ECS is seeking an Authentication Engineer to work in our Washington, DC office / remote. The role is contingent upon additional funding.

We are seeking a technically focused and detail-oriented Authentication Engineer to join our Identity Governance and Administration (IG&amp;A) team. This role is dedicated to the deployment, management, and continuous improvement of enterprise authentication systems, with a particular emphasis on Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and modern identity protocols.

You will work at the intersection of identity security and user experience, ensuring that authentication systems are correctly configured, performing reliably at scale, and aligned with the organization's security policies. This is a proactive role where you will identify gaps in authentication coverage, evaluate emerging authentication technologies, and work across teams to drive adoption and strengthen the organization's overall identity security posture.

If you bring deep technical knowledge of authentication systems, experience integrating them across complex enterprise environments, and the communication skills to support both technical teams and end users, we want to hear from you.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000 
General Description of Benefits
Requirements:
MFA &amp; Authentication Systems
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<li>Hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise MFA platforms (e.g., Microsoft Authenticator, Duo, RSA SecurID, or equivalent)</li>
<li>Strong understanding of modern identity and authentication protocols including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and RADIUS torchora.com</li>
<li>Experience integrating MFA solutions with Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and Single Sign-On (SSO) platforms</li>
<li>Ability to troubleshoot authentication failures across complex, multi-system enterprise environments</li>
<li>Experience developing and enforcing MFA policies aligned with organizational security standards and zero-trust principles</li>
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Identity &amp; Access Management
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<li>Working knowledge of enterprise identity and access management (IAM) frameworks and platforms</li>
<li>Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and related Windows-based systems</li>
<li>Understanding of privileged access management (PAM) concepts and how authentication controls integrate within that model</li>
<li>Ability to support risk assessments and security continuous monitoring efforts related to identity and authentication</li>
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Collaboration &amp; Documentation
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<li>Ability to support large, cross-functional projects and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders</li>
<li>Experience creating and maintaining clear documentation for authentication configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides</li>
<li>Comfortable working with end users and support teams to resolve authentication issues and support MFA adoption at scale</li>
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A minimum of 3+ years of experience in identity and access management, with direct hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise authentication and MFA solutions. Candidates with experience supporting large-scale MFA deployments or authentication migrations will be strongly preferred. 
 
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Authentication Engineer

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