Middleware Specialists

Job Category:Applications Primary Location:USA-MD: MARYLAND-HANOVERSchedule:Full-time Job Type:Standard Employee Status:RegularJob Posting: 2008-08-07Description:Excellent opportunity to join CSC in supporting the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Information Technology Infrastructure Program! Hiring for this position is contingent upon contract award. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience supporting U.S. Department of Homeland Security/TSA. Base of operations will be in Arlington, VA but opportunities will be available for work locations throughout the Greater Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. Essential Job Functions Responsible to design, develop, implement and support Middleware solutions on Windows based systems. Works in conjunction with the business development staff to create new business by identifying customer purchasing requirements and providing technical support to potential/current customers in sales presentations and/or product demonstrations. Creates demonstration-application(s) to present feasibility of the application to potential/current customers. Defines and creates demonstration software and systems to showcase products and systems. Provides answers to moderately complex customer inquiries concerning system software and applications, pre-sale and post-sale. Tests user configurations for system compatibility. Coordinates the installation and maintenance of products/systems to ensure that the system is functioning according to specifications. Interacts with engineering groups to assist in the design changes to equipment. Tracks the progress and quality of the projects with accountability to the customer, project manager and management to ensure on on-time and smooth product launch for the customer. Trains and communicates with customers on systems applications and assists less experienced engineers as necessary. Maintains relationships with assigned customers post integration; supports their needs and builds the relationship to encourage future growth of business with the customer. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field preferred Seven or more years of applications engineering, field support or technical sales experience Experience working with overall business/account objectives and goals Experience working with operating systems such as Windows, Linux, etc Experience working with software tools including compilers, assemblers, debuggers and simulators Experience working with assembly languages such as HTML programming, MySQL, C, C++, etc Experience working with business areas such as Sales/Marketing, Business/Financial Analysis, Project Management Other Qualifications Experience with troubleshooting a variety of operating systems, as well as the use of protocols and tools, including: Windows NT. Communication and presentation skills Good interpersonal skills to establish/maintain customer relationships and interact with team members Good organization and time management skills Good analytical and problem solving skills Ability to develop programs of a moderately complex level from concept to final within very strict time limitations Ability to troubleshoot technical problems either on-site or remotely Ability to comprehend, filter information, apply judgment and use experience in design/sale/support of products and systems Ability to work productively across customer sites Willingness to travel Remote Work Location Authorized:No Relocation Assistance:Not AvailableClearance Level:Secret Create Success