Subject Matter Expert

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Tensley Consulting is seeking a Level 3 Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support mission-critical IT systems by translating Government requirements into technical solutions across system configuration, deployment, and sustainment activities. The SME provides advanced technical expertise across enterprise IT environments including networking, communications, security, and system architecture. This role works closely with government stakeholders, engineers, and operational teams to analyze system performance, identify emerging technologies, and implement solutions that improve mission operations in complex and high-risk environments. The SME supports end-to-end system lifecycle activities including configuration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and documentation of operational IT systems. This position includes CONUS and OCONUS travel.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university is required in addition to six (6) years’ experience in collection, processing and distribution technology. Ten (10) years’ experience in collection, processing and distribution technology can be substituted for a bachelor’s degree and six (6) years’ experience.

Salary: $190,000-$210,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position, but is not guaranteed. Salary is based on experience, location and contractual requirements which could fall outside of the range listed.

, Required Skills

Six (6) years of demonstrated experience in specialized technical domains, including:

Network monitoring and performance management tools such as Cisco Prime, WhatsUpGold, HPNA, NetCollector, or NetPlanner

Specialized technical areas related to networking, security, or enterprise IT systems

Experience translating Government technical requirements into project plans and technical solutions

Experience supporting enterprise IT systems architecture, networking, telecommunications, or software systems

Experience supporting system lifecycle activities including configuration, deployment, testing, and sustainment

Experience analyzing system performance and recommending system improvements, optimization, or upgrades

Experience identifying technical risks and developing mitigation strategies

Experience troubleshooting complex network or system anomalies

Experience implementing enterprise networking or security solutions

Experience supporting end-to-end configuration, implementation, testing, deployment, and documentation of operational systems

Experience analyzing and documenting emerging threats, technical issues, and operational changes

Ability to brief technical teams, government stakeholders, and leadership

, Desired Skills

Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environments

Experience configuring and maintaining enterprise Cisco networking platforms

Experience with network monitoring and performance management tools such as Cisco Prime, WhatsUpGold, HPNA, NetCollector, or NetPlanner

Experience supporting network dataflow optimization and latency reduction

Experience customizing network topologies to support operational mission requirements

Experience investigating unauthorized network access or anomalous network activity

, About Tensley Consulting, Inc.
About Tensley Tensley Consulting is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused on mission engineering in support of the United States Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense. Our team consists of System Engineers, Software Engineers, Test Engineers, and Signals Analysts performing work throughout the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).
Equal Opportunity, Diversity Inclusion We aim to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We embrace inclusion and ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other personal characteristic.

Benefits Include
100% paid medical coverage with HSA and company contribution
100% paid vision, dental, short-term, and long-term premium
12% 401(k) contribution (not a match)
Education and training budget
6 weeks and 3 days of PTO
And much more!

Come grow with us!