Networking Technical Lead – Homeland Security

Job description / Role

COMPANY:

Our client is an international technology group that has won large scale, long term contracts and projects around the world.

They are a world leader in their field with operations across the region and worldwide. The company provides integrated systems across C4I, C2, CCTV, access/border control, lpr, radar & sensor networks.

Their management team has significant executive and industry experience. The culture is dynamic, fast-paced and entrepreneurial and this is a great opportunity to join the group at the time of their rapid expansion.

Candidate must be an experienced Networking Technical Lead with significant experience in the design, development and delivery of technology-enabled applications, products and services within a computing systems environment. This lead will provide solutions to technical issues including IT, Networking, Software and Security sensors, as well as 3rd party applications within an Infrastructure and security-based environment.

DUTIES:

• Responsible for meeting development schedules and ensuring the delivered solution meets the technical specifications and design requirements
• Participate in and provide input into the design, re-design and development of
technology products and applications
• Contribute to the specification and software design phases of the software development life cycle
• Manage the design and the implementation of new system software
• Responsible for the technical implementation of applications
• Coordinate system installation and software testing with other technologists.
• Liaise effectively with peers to ensure that activities are delivered in line with requirements and that a consistent management approach is taken whenever necessary
• Lead and support initiatives on behalf of the management team
• Manage and report information relating to software installation and test failures, problems, rejections and configuration management i.e. Acceptance Testing Results (ATR)
• Assist in the publication of Operational and Maintenance plans and testing
• Manage and monitor system defects, non-conformances and issues
• Working within a matrix organization (Internal organization services to the delivery of large scale projects)
• Support implementation of the QA/QC procedures and engage in site activities
relative to the Program Quality Plan
• Builds and maintains a positive working relationship with the site teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders
• Build upon current and develop testing and commissioning policies and procedures within the Program

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-7 years experience in application development or technology management
• Experience in Homeland Security or Telecommunications
(Installations/Commissioning)
• Experience in configuration management, data management, information management, network security, IT architecture, infrastructure design, systems integration and systems life cycle management
• Proven experience with working / handling dynamic environments
• High level English skills
• Experienced with integration procedures, trouble shooting and system
• Experience in the homeland security/defense market
• Driving license

EDUCATION:

• BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics or Information Systems Engineering from an accredited University
• Advanced graduate degree, or technical certification in Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Please note that due to a big interest in the role we will not be able to respond to all candidates directly at this stage.

About the Company

XB Consultants is a London based recruitment consultancy that provides local, international and cross border Recruitment solutions. The company recruits and resources mid to senior level professional staff on a temporary, contract and permanent basis. XB Consultants provides a highly skilled and experienced consultant base for their clients and candidates that is able to act quickly, accurately and proactively on their behalf and consult on realistic market conditions, salary expectations and recruitment timescales.

XB Consultants endeavours to provide an excellent customer focused recruitment service coupled with an intelligent, consultative and honest approach towards its clients and candidates. We maintain service levels of the highest standard to provide quick response times, search accuracy for both clients and candidates and full consultative advice.