SPAARK, Inc is seeking a Telecommunications Subject Matter Expert- AV who shall provide Audio Visual, Information Technology networking, Communications Support Services and Preparedness and Response Planning on behalf of the U.
S.
Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Administration, Office of Emergency Management, Diplomatic Continuity Programs (A/OEM/DCP).
Specific Tasks:
Participate in vital communications analysis and feasibility studies in support of both DOS and National Continuity requirements.
Have expert knowledge of the development of National Continuity Programs planning, logistics, IT networking, and communications supporting all hazards requirements.
Ensure compliance with OSTP/OMB Directive D-16-1 requirements are managed and met.
Responsible for the planning, coordinating, designing, acquiring, implementing, and upgrading data, video, IT networking, audio visual, and voice/data telecommunications applications and requirements.
Support the Department with the Legislative and Executive Branch Departmentsand Agencies to further the Department’s mission in National Continuity Programs.
Assist in the preparation and presentation of studies and concepts for improvingcontingency communications for the DOS and Federal Government.
Assist with developing contingency operational plans (CONOPS) in support ofU.
S.
DOS continuity programs.
Using a project plan and an established deliberateplanning process, incumbent will initiate the plan, conduct research, determinemission objectives, develop courses of action, write the plan, exercise the plan,gain plan approval from leadership and implement the plan.
Assist with design and evaluation of pre-staged IT networking andcommunications equipment and vital records at classified alternate worklocations.
Participate, perform, and manage the monthly National Level tests of equipment methods and procedures in support of National Continuity Programs.
Assist with inventory and disposal of excess equipment and files in accordancewith final disposition instructions.
Assist with facility engineering and maintenance of Audio Visual support systems.
Minimum of 10 years relevant experience
Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility required.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Experience with IT Networks/LANs; wired, optical, and wireless.
Secure Video Teleconferencing System (SVTS) at multiple classification levels.
Audio visual experience consisting of TV, Cable Television (CATV), PublicAddress, Digital Signage and Video Surveillance, including the supportingcabling, installation, operation, and maintenance.
EEO Employer F/M/Vet/Disabled