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Form of workInformation Systems Engineer
You will report to the Information Systems Manager of Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp (CSC). You will assist with all aspects of Information Technology as it relates both to vessel construction and the shipyard infrastructure. You will directly supervise employees and contractors as directed. You will be responsible for ensuring the success of CSC through a commitment to safety and quality, while exceeding company and client expectations. You will be responsible to drive efficiencies in production and procurement to minimize costs and maximize profits. Duties will include soliciting bids, scheduling, monitoring, and coordinating all subcontractors’ work to ensure deadlines are met. This will require coordination with multiple trades at the shipyard and other companies to ensure efficient production. You will install and configure information system equipment as needed to commission vessels.
Specific Duties:
- Perform duties as assigned.
- Write specifications, seek competitive bids, and oversee contractor installation and testing of IT systems aboard new construction vessels, including, but not limited to the following systems:
- Onboard internet.
- Onboard WiFi.
- Shipboard telephone.
- Public address.
- Shipboard sound.
- Fire detection.
- Nurse call.
- Administer network and data security, including directory, group policy, firewalls, virus protection, and email security of CSC IT network.
- Perform data backups to ensure all company-owned work is saved.
- Install and update network system improvements.
- Install and configure wireless networking equipment.
- Monitor servers, LAN/WAN, and Wi-Fi to ensure full coverage.
- Assist with the design, implementation, and support of new software and features.
- Evaluate connectivity issues, equipment, and software and hardware.
- Respond to IT issues; hardware maintenance, software, networking, etc.
- Oversee troubleshooting for system errors.
- Set up equipment for new users and employees.
- Consult with vendors and clients to integrate and update company technology.
- Ensure system optimization for all technology resources.
- At times, travel to vessels after delivery, as directed, to perform repair and/or replacement of installed Information Systems to support fleet operations.
