Network Engineer

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.

$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Expert knowledge in LAN switching, including VLANs and Layer 2 and 3 configurations.
  • Expertise in Layer 3 routing protocols like EIGRP, OSPF, and IS-IS.
  • Strong skills in L1/L2 network troubleshooting for both Unclassified and Classified networks.
  • In-depth knowledge of DoD network and application security requirements.
  • Experience in managing and troubleshooting encryption devices in network environments.
  • Familiarity with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures.
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance is required.
  • Holds active CompTIA Security +CE or CCNP Security certification.
  • CCNA Certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor data and infrastructure system networks for alerts and issues.
  • Identify and resolve problems, escalating as necessary.
  • Troubleshoot using scripts and standard procedures, escalating as needed.
  • Initiate resolutions on enterprise-level routers and switches.
  • Interface with vendors to address network outages and performance issues.
  • Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed.
  • Maintain security posture on network equipment according to DoD requirements.
  • Support special projects and ongoing operations as assigned.
  • Participate in on-call rotation for network support.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on enterprise-level network systems.
  • Support for continuous professional development through certifications.
  • Access to a collaborative team environment focused on problem-solving.
  • Involvement in high-security projects with critical national importance.
  • Experience with leading-edge network technologies and protocols.
Full Job Description
SMS is looking for a Network Engineer to join our team.

Job Responsibilities
  • Monitor data or infrastructure system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
  • Identify issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary.
  • Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate.
  • Initiate resolution as appropriate for enterprise level routers and switches.
  • Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance.
  • Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management.
  • Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates, STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements.
  • Support special projects and day-to-day operations as needed or assigned by the site lead
  • Support on-call rotation schedule

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • Expert knowledge with LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer 2 and 3 switching configurations.
  • Expert knowledge with Layer 3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, etc.) and best practices on implementation.
  • Expert knowledge with with L1/L2 network troubleshooting (Unclassified and Classified.
  • Expert knowledge of DoD network and application security hardening requirements.
  • Experienced with programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting encryption devices at network points of presence including management via GEM-X or other DoD management tools.
  • Experienced with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures.
  • Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance
  • Holds an active CompTIA Security +CE or CCNP Security certification
  • Holds a CCNA Certification


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