Who We Are:
CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety efficiency and readiness.
CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAEs Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
CAE Values: Empowerment Innovation Excellence Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.
What We Have to Offer:
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
A work environment where all employees are valued respected and safe
Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver take initiatives and make decisions
Recognition professional development advancement and having fun!
Summary
A computer systems engineer/integration engineer in the Computer Systems and Cyber Security group is responsible for the integration and maintenance of core hardware and software infrastructure and services used by training devices. Core responsibilities will include the development of installation and secure configuration procedures for hypervisors (e.g. Hyper-V VMware etc.) operating systems (Linux and Windows) frameworks (such ) network switches and KVMs as well as COTS and custom developed applications. Other responsibilities will include development and integration of standardized embedded solutions using various interfacing protocols. Developed products will provide a consistent stable and secure environment to support simulation software solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Development of reference solutions to maximize efficiency and create a consistent simulation environment
Computer system setup (includes hardware and software installation and troubleshooting)
Support of R&D project and innovation initiatives
Assist in the design and implementation of the most efficient solution in accordance with defined requirements.
Basic understanding of configuration management systems and large-scale software development.
Assist application engineers as required.
Coordinate and review technical/operational deliverables prior to submission.
Project Team Meetings (Weekly meetings with assigned staff).
Qualifications and Education Requirements
B.S. degree in appropriate engineering discipline (preferably Computer Science or Computer Engineering)
Working knowledge of DoD IA regulations
Security or equivalent IA certification preferred
Prior experience in operating system setup and updates to apply patches to mitigate Information Assurance Vulnerabilities.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting DoD contracts
Experience working with multiple types of operating systems. (Linux Windows)
Experience writing detailed operating system and application installation instructions
Experience with operating system level setup of computers to implement cyber security controls and apply patches to eliminate vulnerabilities.
Experience setting up up and securing network hardware (ie switches NATs routers etc)
Experience researching and installing boundary defense mechanisms such as firewalls network Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) routers and managed switches.
Experience researching and installing EPO virus protection software and firewalls
Experience reviewing program requirements and define the steps needed for meeting them. Including applicable Information Assurance regulations.
Experience applying computer changes to comply with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
Work closely with Integration Specialists assigned to programs to define required tasks to be accomplished to meet contract requirements.
Security Responsibilities
Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials in any form. Shall not divulge any information or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines.
Work is performed in an environment where irritants such as noise from telephones temperature and lighting variations may exist but there is little chance of injury accident or occupational health problems.
Works at job activities that require sitting standing or walking for short periods throughout the day and focused visual concentration or focused listening
Moderate to high levels of stress associated with technical schedule and customer issues are to be expected with this position. Extended work hours and possible 2nd and 3rd shift assignments are likely to be encountered.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
May be required to sit down for long lengths of time.
May be required to climb stairs.
Must be able to travel CONUS and to International sites
Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic including disability and protected veteran status as defined under federal state or local laws.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at
At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color national origin age religion sex disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local CAE everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at .
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Required Experience:
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