Audio Visual Engineer_Programmer

Description

Audio Video Engineer/Programmer

Location: Huntsville, AL

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL:

• Secret – mandatory
• TS preferred
• $10,000 sign on bonus for external applicants

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Execute and support the following task areas:

• In support of Missile Defense Agency events, Plan and Oversee installations (specifically relating to AV Control System Programming and testing), operate, and maintain video conferencing equipment. As requested, provide video conferencing event planning packages consisting of test plans, engineering assessments, configuration drawings, accreditation documentation (as required) and other applicable documents or information.
• Oversee VTC Maintenance Crew in providing VTC and A/V operational support and facilitation within Top Secret SCI/SAP facilities.
• Oversee VTC Maintenance Crew in Maintaining the video conferencing-unique hardware, software, and peripherals. (e.g., TelePresence, CODEC, AV, Gateways, TMS, Monitors, Projectors, AMX Panels).
• Oversee VTC Maintenance Crew in utilizing the existing incident management tracking tool (e.g., Remedy) for all related maintenance activities.
• Monitor MDA’s Remedy Application, Assign maintenance tasks to individual Crew Members.
• Oversee VTC Maintenance Crew in maintaining equipment per Information Assurance guidance from both the manufacturer and Government (e.g., the CERT IAVM and DISA).
• Oversee VTC Maintenance Crew in Troubleshooting and resolving collaboration and business application incidents.
• Plan and Oversee preventative maintenance services in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended preventative maintenance schedules and SOPs
• Implement and execute configuration management plans, processes, and procedures.
• Oversee VTC Maintenance Crew in maintaining MDA collaboration systems and all associated VTC peripheral equipment associated with the VBIII Auditorium, and future operations/control centers and collaboration systems, and all associated peripheral equipment to successfully execute video conferencing and/or collaboration events. Maintain/utilize and procure manufacturer service and/or maintenance agreements.
• Manage, plan, design, coordinate, integrate, implement (including procure, test, and accept), future collaboration services and equipment.
• Manage and utilize COMSEC materials and procedures to ensure video conferencing systems are operational and properly keyed to enable secure Video Conference events. Maintain accountability of electronic keying material and COMSEC Controlled Item (CCI) equipment. In conjunction with site security processes, comply with access control procedures for facilities housing Video Conferencing systems.
• Maintain currency with advancing technologies and provide recommendations for new technologies, including technology refresh, to the Government.
• Prepare, review, coordinate, update, and submit DOD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) supporting documentation

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma is required
• College Degree not required but preferred
• Must have 5 or more years experience in the Audio Visual industry
• Extensive Experience with Audio/Visual Control system installation, programming and trouble shooting.
• Individual must have experience with Programming both AMX (Netlinx Studio) and Extron (Visual Studio) control systems.
• Individual should possess a strong understanding of Computer Networking including configuration of Cisco Network Switches.
• Experience with Cisco Call manager (a plus)
• Individual must possess the following skills: in-depth knowledge of installation, operation, scheduling and support of desktop and conference room VTC systems in a secure government or military environment.
• Working knowledge of AV concepts such as acoustics, lighting, aspect ratios, font size versus distance, scan rates, video standards and transmission systems.
• Working knowledge of TEMPEST standards and IA concerns for multi-classification multimedia systems.
• Must possess an extremely meticulous and organized working style and have an ability to work as part of a team.
• Be a team leader and possess excellent leadership qualities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills experience is important, responsibilities will include extensive team and customer contact.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Office products required.
• Understanding electrical current (a plus).
• Experience with Cisco systems installation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge and experience with computer network configuration
• CompTIA Security + (a plus)
• CEDIA Certification (a plus)
• CTS Certification (a plus)
• CTS-D Certification (a plus)
• CTS-I Certification (a plus)

NMR Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).M/F/D/V