Technical Facilities Integrator - Laurel - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Description

Do you have a passion for leading technical and operational engagement within collaborative DCSA Approved Areas and mission-focused events involving key APL contributors and sponsors?

If so, we want you on our team in the Cyber Security and Technical Collaborative Centers (JAF) group within the National Security Analysis Department (NSAD).

We are seeking a motivated Technical Facilities Integrator who will provide professional level leadership in the technical and operational integration of NSAD's specialized facilities, while coordinating system readiness and mission support activities across JHUAPL campus locations. In JAF, we are committed to developing innovative technical solutions that empower our staff, fostering an environment of creativity, autonomy, and independent thinking.

As a Technical Facilities Integrator, you will…

• Lead the concept design and implementation of the mission-support technical architectures, ensuring alignment with NSAD operational policy frameworks and DCSA compliance requirements - Examples include generative AI exercises, wargaming, modeling and simulation events, technical briefings, and sponsor engagements across classified and unclassified environments.
• Serve as a technical advisor, collaborating with Program, Project, and Operations Managers to define technical requirements, resource strategies and system integration roadmaps.
• Organize cross-functional operational teams, ensuring coordinated development of technical procedures, configuration baselines, and lifecycle management practices to strengthen mission technical capabilities.
• Provide on-site and live-event technical oversight, exercising independent judgment to diagnose and resolve complex issues in real time to ensure continuity during mission-critical activities.
• Lead the configuration, administration, and performance management of technical systems, including classified computing environments, video teleconferencing platforms, and audio/visual projection and switching systems.
• Partner on the architectural design, integration strategy, and long-term technology roadmap for the continuous improvement of telecommunications, network, and A/V systems across departmental technical facilities, ensuring secure, reliable, and mission-aligned operation of platforms such as XLeap/MeetingSphere, Zoom, Teams, AI agents, etc..
• Independently satisfy the design, deployment, and reconfiguration of technical systems and facility layouts to support evolving operational requirements, providing oversight of implementation activities to ensure technical and security alignment.
• Provide oversight and performance strategy for the optimization of display, visualization, and collaborative systems to enable high quality technical presentations and mission activities.
• Define enterprise validation protocols, acceptance criteria, and performance benchmarks for mission-critical visualization and collaborative systems.
• Lead pre-event resource collaboration, requirement composition, and system validation including hardware and software configuration, testing, and performance assurance, to guarantee readiness and reliability during live operations.
• Develop and manage the model for lifecycle planning, configuration standards for electronic support tools, network components, and A/V hardware, ensuring systems are documented, maintained, and aligned with operational and security requirements.
• Collaborate with Facility Managers, Project Managers, and Senior Program Managers to evaluate, pilot, and enhance emerging collaborative and visualization technologies that advance mission execution and sponsor engagement capabilities.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you have...

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Technical Facilities/Operations, Computer Science, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least three years of relevant experience supporting the design, integration, configuration, or deployment of computing, network, audio/visual, or telecommunications systems, ideally within a classified environment, and working knowledge of NISPOM regulations.
• Knowledge of telecommunications and collaboration technologies, including their integration, performance management, and use within mission-focused environments (e.g., Zoom, Teams, AI agents, XLeap/MeetingSphere or equivalent systems).
• Ability to provide operational oversight and technical guidance for multiple facility-based technical events in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills that support independent decision-making in complex technical environments.
• Proficiency in managing and optimizing audio, visual, and teleconferencing system capabilities to support mission and sponsor needs.
• Ability to independently analyze technical or program-related requirements and develop solutions or processes to address operational and logistical challenges.
• Familiarity with security requirements and standards under the cognizance of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA).
• Willingness to work full time in a DCSA Approved Area/Closed Area on site.
• The ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and ultimately obtain a Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (U.S. citizenship required).

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you have...

• A Master's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Technical Facilities/Operations, Computer Science, or another related field.
• Extensive knowledge and expertise in the integration, optimization, and performance management of telecommunication systems and virtual collaboration platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
• A solid understanding of and experience with DCSA security requirements and standards, and their application within secure technical environments.
• An active Secret or higher-level security clearance.

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About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$85,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$195,000 Annually