Senior Systems Analyst

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Analyst to support information systems modernization and enterprise network operations at Lackland Air Force Base, TX. This position requires deep experience in DoD network architecture, WAN technologies, and secure data transfer protocols. The selected candidate will work with cross-functional teams to assess business needs, plan solutions, and ensure mission-critical networks are robust, secure, and compliant with cybersecurity standards.

In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level systems analysis and network architecture support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs. You will assist government leadership by applying analytical processes to assess and improve information systems while ensuring network performance, security, and integration across geographically separated locations. This role is essential to enhancing warfighter capability through secure and optimized IT infrastructure planning, implementation, and operations.

Duties include, but not limited to:

Perform detailed systems and network analysis to identify opportunities for new or improved business and mission process solutions

• Build, troubleshoot, and maintain WAN interfaces across geographically separated locations using DISA, JIOR, and commercial circuits

• Develop network architecture solutions that support data transfer, security, and operational readiness across internal and external networks

• Monitor bandwidth and utilization across multiple circuits; proactively recommend and implement optimization strategies

• Provide Tier 2 network support to local and remote site technicians

• Collaborate with clients, carriers, and vendors to implement, manage, and optimize network solutions

• Develop and maintain detailed and high-level network diagrams for cybersecurity, logistics, and system documentation

• Ensure secure data transfer protocols are in place, including support for SSH, SSL/TLS, RSA, and anonymous communication technologies like TOR

• Establish and operate network test environments and support network range activities

• Conduct business process reengineering, feasibility studies, and trade-off analyses

• Prepare business cases and cost estimates for IT/network solutions aligned with mission requirements

• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and documentation standards throughout all analysis and network support activities

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Top Secret
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Years of Experience: 15 years of directly related experience, including 5 years supporting DoD programs

• Deep familiarity with DISA, JIOR, and other government WAN infrastructures

• Demonstrated experience in network security, encryption, and cybersecurity compliance

Clearance: Top Secret / SCI
Education: Master's degree in Systems Engineering or relevant discipline
Years of Experience: 8-12 years supporting DoD acquisition programs

Technical Skills

• Expert-level understanding of WAN technologies (MPLS, VPN, GRE)

• Strong grasp of DoD cybersecurity policies and documentation practices

• Network architecture design, testing, and implementation

• Encryption and security technologies (SSH, SSL/TLS, RSA)

• Familiarity with anonymous communication tools (e.g., TOR)

• Business process modeling, systems integration, and IT solution planning

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong communication skills-both written and verbal

• Ability to create polished technical documents, briefings, and white papers for senior leadership

• Analytical and critical thinking skills to support high-tempo, mission-driven environments

• Collaborative mindset for working with government, contractor, and vendor stakeholders

Additional Information

Location: Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX

Travel: May be required up to 10-20%

Onsite

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Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities