Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in network engineering and IT systems design
At least 5 years of experience with virtualization and cloud environments
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field
Relevant certifications such as CCNA, JNCIA, CCNP, or JCNP are required
Responsibilities
Provide technical reviews of network infrastructure modernization projects
Oversee LAN/MAN/WAN survey, design, and implementation
Lead integration and testing of large-scale integrated networks
Assist in developing new technical network architecture and standards
Analyze LAN/MAN/WAN hardware and recommend improvements
Evaluate emerging network technologies for compatibility and usability
Collaborate with teams to develop prototype technical solutions
Benefits
100% in-office work at Fort Belvoir, VA
Opportunities for travel (both OCONUS and CONUS)
Engagement with various agencies and programs
Direct involvement in high-impact Army projects
Access to cutting-edge network technologies and solutions
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
OBXtek is currently staffing for a SeniorIT Systems/Network Engineer, supporting the Army's Unified Network Modernization (UNM) and Installation Network Modernization (INM) organizations.
Below is a list of expectations the candidate must meet/provide for this effort:
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide technical reviews of engineering design and implementation plans of network infrastructure modernization projects to ensure compliance with established network architecture.
Oversee LAN/MAN/WAN survey, design, and implementation.
Provide technical leadership in the integration and testing of complex large scale integrated networks.
Assist in development of new emerging technical network architecture, standards, and specifications.
Analyze and assess LAN/MAN/WAN network hardware and provide technical recommendations for performance and specifications of network equipment.
Evaluate current or emerging network technologies considering factors such as cost, maturity/readiness, compatibility, or usability.
Provide technical direction for IT projects, such as high-availability and virtualization.
Lead efforts collaboratively with developers, designers, product owners, and partner organizations to rapidly develop prototype technical software and hardware solutions.
Collaborate with various agencies and programs, serving as a solutions consultant to determine optimal cloud solutions.
Evaluating environments for migration, working in sandboxes, and architecting solutions tailored to the needs of the Army.
Coordinate solution design and architecture with existing project teams to ensure alignment with Army projects.
Work directly with implementation teams to provide technical guidance and implementation priorities.
Coordinate technical execution of all transformation projects and deconflict Design, develop and implement an Enterprise data management solution to enhance customer operations.
Direct customer engagements to determine requirements and provide technical updates to the Product Manager.
Provide assessments of infrastructure modernization/project costs, design concepts, or design changes
Evaluate/document design specifications, installation instructions, and other infrastructures/system related information
Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture
Collaborate with engineers or software develops to select appropriate design solutions or ensure a compatible of infrastructure/system components, i.e., COT integration
Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability
Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems
Identify information communications technology (ICT) infrastructure components required to meet requirements and ensure secured systems. Analyze the integration and operation of complete ICT infrastructure components and systems
Investigate system components suitability for specified purposes and make recommendations regarding component use
Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets
Define and analyze objectives, spoke, issues, or organizational impact of ICT infrastructure
Establish standards to ensure operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints are addressed. Evaluation existing infrastructure to determine effectiveness and suggest changes to meet requirements
Research, test, or verify proper functions of patches and fixes
Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports, or white papers
Analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions
Supports TMD lead as required
Travel: Some travel can be expected (both OCONUS and CONUS)
Work Schedule: 100% In-Office at Fort Belvoir, VA
Qualifications
Active Secret Clearance
Experience:
10 years (minimum) hands-on experience with network engineering and IT systems design and integration
5 years (minimum) experience working with virtualization and cloud environments
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related field
