TACCOM System Administrator / IT Systems Engineer

About Chartis Federal

Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.

Position Overview

We are seeking an IT Systems Engineer to provide operations and maintenance support for the TACCOM Secondary Core in Chandler, AZ, ensuring dual-core resiliency for nationwide DHS communications infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance and operations support at the Secondary Core 
• Monitor Core system health, alarms, and performance; troubleshoot and resolve outages
• Support Core software/firmware updates, patching, and configuration management
• Coordinate with the Primary Core team to maintain dual-core resiliency
• Support Key Management Facility (KMF) operations, including OTAR and cryptographic key handling

•  At least two years of experience managing a Motorola Core 
• Specific Motorola Core training relevant to Primary/Secondary core administration
• Experience with Key Management Facility (KMF) operations, including OTAR and cryptographic key handling
• Ability to work rotating or on-call shifts to support 24/7/365 mission-critical core operations
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability determination
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications 

• Motorola ASTRO25 Core certification
• Experience supporting dual-core resiliency architectures for public safety or federal law enforcement radio networks

Why Join Chartis Federal?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plans with company contributions
• Professional development opportunities and career growth support
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.

Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.