Sr System Engineer (Cost Volume Lead) Job in Washington, District Of Columbia US
Sr System Engineer (Cost Volume Lead)
Exciting Opportunity to join CSC and support DHS as a Cost Volume Lead. Must be clearable. Essential Job Functions Develops and applies advanced methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and difficult system design requirements and matters of significance requiring expert application of advanced knowledge. Plans, conducts and largely coordinates the most complex projects or major phases of significant projects; coordinates the efforts of engineers and support staff in the performance of assigned complex projects. Oversees the investigation, analysis and resolution of difficult and complicated program support matters of significance. Conducts investigations of highly complex systems. Develops, recommends and implements solution(s) ensuring effective and efficient operations. Reviews literature, patents and current practices relevant to the solution of the most complex assigned projects. Identifies, recommends, and pursues technology/practices to apply to solution. Oversees development and implementation of the most complex processes and procedures to ensure the most complicated contractual products are in compliance with standard specifications. Oversees completion and implementation of system additions and/ or enhancements and recommends corrections in technical application and analysis to senior management. Provides the highest level of technical consultation to other organizations. Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide the most complex required products and services; Recommends vendor and approach and presents to senior management/customer as appropriate. Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel. Qualifications Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Bachelor's degree in engineering, systems engineering, physics, computer science, management information systems, or related field preferred Twelve or more years of experience in systems engineering, software engineering or operating systems programming Cost and price modeling experience to include total cost of ownership Experience with creation of bases of estimate for hardware, software and labor for modern data center technology infrastructure Cost and price modeling experience to include total cost of ownership Experience with creation of bases of estimate for hardware, software and labor for modern data center technology infrastructure Ability to author technical documents with accompanying financial information Desired Skills Experience and familiarity with cost profiles of modern cloud computing capabilities in the commercial technology marketplace preferred Some technology development, deployment or operating experience preferred Other Qualifications Strong leadership skills to effectively mentor and lead junior level personnel Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers, senior level personnel, subordinates and team members Strong communication skills to communicate with senior management and clients through all phases of a project Strong organization skills to prioritize, balance and lead several projects Ability to apply analytical and creative problem solving skills to solve the most complex system design problems Ability to synthesize broad and narrow concepts and use them to meet company objectives Ability to integrate the most complex hardware and software systems Ability to use professional concepts in developing resolution to critical issues and broad design matters The selected candidate will be subjected to a stringent Background Investigation. Must be clearable. Active clearance is a plus but not required.