Network Engineer

TekSynap$100K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active DoD Secret clearance required.
  • Active 8140 IAT Level II (Advanced) certificate.
  • Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) / Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security certification.
  • CompTIA Security+CE or higher to meet 8140 ISSM role qualification.
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5+ years of related experience, or additional relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
  • Expert knowledge with LAN switching and Layer 3 routing protocols, including EIGRP and OSPF.
  • Experienced in DoD network security and COMSEC management.

Responsibilities

  • Design and coordinate network system installations and acceptance testing.
  • Monitor and ensure proper operation of network hardware configurations.
  • Plan and implement network enhancements and upgrades, including cost/benefit analyses.
  • Monitor networks for messages, alarms, or issues, and troubleshoot accordingly.
  • Interface with vendors to resolve network issues during outages.
  • Maintain security compliance on network equipment per DoD requirements.
  • Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401K retirement plan.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans.
  • Paid vacation time and holidays.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Under minimum supervision designs and coordinates the installation and acceptance testing of the system network.
  • Monitors network hardware operations to ensure properly set configuration options.
  • Plans implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network; performs cost/benefit studies of network configurations and recommends enhancements; directs acquisition, installation, and testing of network hardware; advises network users of hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations; and isolates, resolves, or circumvents network problems.
  • 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Active DoD Secret clearance required.
  • Active 8140 IAT Level II (Advanced) certificate
  • Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) /Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security certification
  • CompTIA Security+CE or higher DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification must meet 8140 ISSM role qualification.
  • Bachelor27s degree with a minimum of 5+ 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 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experienced with Cisco ISE and Cisco DNA
  • Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR
  • Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB)

Overview

We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our team supporting at Joint Base Andrews, MD.

Vulnerability Management to support the Air Force National Capital Region IT Services program. The AFNCR IT Services program provides support services for information systems for Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Air Force District of Washington (AFDW), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Chiefs of Staff, and other Air Force activities within the AFNCR, missions to include the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), and other locations, leased spaces, and alternate sites. The major support areas required are IT Operations and Maintenance; Plans, Projects, and Engineering and National Military Command Center (NMCC).

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Location: Joint Base Andrews, MD
  • Type of environment: Office
  • Noise level: Medium
  • Work schedule: Schedule is (0900-1700) Monday 2D Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
  • Amount of Travel: less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.

The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

  • US Citizen
  • Active Secret Clearance

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual27s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.

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