Solutions Architect

Annapolis, Maryland

Applied Network Solutions
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Who we are:

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.

What we do:

Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation's toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.

Why ANS:

At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let's ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is seeking a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph cleared Information Technology Senior Consultant - Level 5 to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.

Requirements

Position Details: This position will perform as a consultant in highly specialized, leading edge information technologies and methodologies as well as provide highly technical and specialized guidance concerning automated solutions to complex information processing problems.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design, architect, configure, deploy, upgrade, and support various storage and backup platforms and associated management tools.

• Adhere to engineering and architecture standards and participate in technical review meetings as required.

• Provide incident support and participate in on-call rotation during off-hours and weekends.

• Create and maintain documentation: logical/physical diagrams, run books, and other technical engineering documents.

• Oversee updates to hardware, operating systems, and software as needed to provide required functionality and security.

• Keep abreast of current developments in storage and backup technology to assist Federal staff in assessing the future direction of storage and backup technology.

• Provides technical leadership and is responsible for the development of new storage infrastructure and Information Lifecycle Management designs, including requirements and analysis.

• Responsible for configuration and layout of storage infrastructure.

• Must be proficient in all the current "backup" platforms to include Veritas, Cohesity, Rubrik, Commvault, etc.

• Must be proficient in Network Area Storage (NAS) systems such as NetApp (cluster), Oracle (ZFS), VAST/GREENLAKE, Nutanix, Dell, and even Solaris Operating system and UNIX

• Must have knowledge and understanding of the different share protocols such as: S3, CIFS, NFS, ISCSI, and fiber for block storage

Requirements: Must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:
  • High School Diploma/GED and 20 years of relevant experience
  • Associate's degree and 15 years of relevant experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • IAT I or II Certification
Benefits: ANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:
  • Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
  • Pet Discount Program
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Maternity/ Paternity Leave
  • Supplemental Military Leave Pay
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
  • Generous Professional Development Program
  • 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
  • Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
  • Potential for Paid Overtime
  • Flexible Work Schedules
Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $165,000.00 USD.
Date Posted: 07 March 2025
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