Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field plus 5+ years of relevant experience.
Understanding of ITIL concepts and network security implications.
Knowledge of network concepts, technologies, and the ability to design network infrastructures.
Strong oral, technical writing, and presentation skillset.
Responsibilities
Conduct site surveys, inspections, and document results for management.
Install, configure, and maintain network services and devices.
Collaborate with field engineers to optimize system performance.
Develop network designs and author supporting documentation.
Troubleshoot, debug, and improve complex network problems.
Perform preventative maintenance including upgrades and security patches.
Prepare project cost estimates and collaborate on project bids.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on federal, local, and commercial projects in high-growth markets.
Engagement with a diverse range of electronic security technologies.
Support for professional development and skill enhancement in a fast-paced environment.
Full Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Network Engineer 3 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
Responsibilities
Technical:
Survey Reports measurement results in actionable form to more senior personnel and management.
Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required
Design:
Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment, and devices.
Work closely with the field engineers to simulate expected system level performance and provide quick feedback on potential improvement
Assist senior network engineers to identify and resolve network security issues.
Develop network designs for each SLA classification.
Originates design documents for small projects and in support of large programs
Assists Senior Engineers in preparation of Designs, including: Narrative Design Documents, Systems Designs, Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / Hardware / Communications)
Preparation of Specifications, Perform QA/QC and technical reviews of designs.
Comment Resolution Testing & Commission Review / Approval of test plans (Safety / Risk / Manufacturability)
Author test plans Leads / supervises testing activities
Author testing / commissioning procedures
Preparation of test reports
Commissioning of deployed systems
Development of test fixtures and simulation devices Generates standard PITCO plans and procedures.
Design and perform complete system integration test
Service & Maintenance:
Troubleshoot and debugging complex network problems and recommending operational efficiency improvements
Preventative maintenance (software/hardware/firmware upgrades) including security updates, performance upgrades and schedule maintenance.
Originate and submit maintenance plan and provide role back plan.
Serves as backup for team members during paid time off.
Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems
Requires ability to support a 24/7 on-call schedule
System Analysis and Reporting:
Documents the crucial working procedures and troubleshooting of network operations.
Employs moderate understanding of network administration as related to business operations.
Assists team members in identifying and resolving basic/moderate Network/Telecom issues.
Interprets and analyzes results versus established benchmarks and goals.
Works with project managers to meet expectations for Network tasks.
Completes project tasks and assignments to meet project deadlines.
Contributes to own team and closely related teams through quality and accuracy of output.
Performing research on available technologies and products as needed by the Operations or Project managers
Managerial:
Prepares cost estimates and supporting documents for projects
Assists senior engineers in preparation of Bids and Proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation Pricing of change orders
Assist in developing and adapting documents, procedures, and formal processes for the Network Engineering team members to accomplish Company project planning (PKOM's and gate checks)
Collaborates with other disciplines to define work / interfaces.
Qualifications
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; Active DoD SECRET Clearance is REQUIRED.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or a related discipline and 5+ years of progressive experience
Technical Skills:
Understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) concepts.
Understanding of security issues and implications for network solutions.
Knowledge of network concepts, technologies, tools and philosophies, and the ability to design an organization's network infrastructure and services.
Knowledge of system development methodology, project management, system architecture an analytical/problem solving skills.
Communication Skills:
Strong oral, technical writing, and presentation skills
Ability to build productive relationships with team members, clients and other network/system stakeholders.
Ability to establish working relationships with others outside area of expertise.
Behavioral Skills:
Must be able to balance high-quality standards with schedule pressures and demanding environment.
Must be a resourceful self-starter, flexible, pro-active, solution-oriented and customer-oriented.
Preferred Experience:
Reading network and connectivity schematics and plans
Network system startup, configuration, and calibration
Testing and troubleshooting
Use of basic electrical and machinist hand tools
Use of testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software (spectrum analyzer, cable tester, Alignment tool) Tools/Software
Ticketing and monitoring toolsets
Knowledge of one or more IT/Network platform, such as: Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, or Arista
Standard Network Software (Visio, Wireshark, Putty, CLI, etc)
Knowledge of Cybersecurity and STIG applications to network systems
Abilities:
Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Identify and understand the speech of another person.
