O&M Network Engineer (Technical Specialist 3) - Springfield, VA

Description

• Identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Requirements

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Experience in deployment of LAN (cable plant, connection medium, connector types) and their capabilities, limitations and work arounds.
• Experience with working in a multi enclave environment.
• Understanding of network traffic management and experience in development and implement effective network optimization solutions.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport for international travel.
• An ability to develop and follow processes and standard operating procedures.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Candidates are expected to perform root cause analysis to troubleshoot & identify issues at all layers of the network.
• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Juniper/HPE/JUNOS and/or Palo Alto experience is a plus
• Demonstrated performance in network engineering technology, with expertise in network device, configuration, able to easily navigate the CLI, deploy applicable patches, and make configuration changes as needed.
• Expertise in Cloud Orchestration and management of network devices
• Expertise in working with & troubleshooting cloud network technologies such as ExpressRoute and Azure Virtual Networks (with IL-2 or higher experience a plus) and an understanding of how these interact with traditional network technology through on-prem and network virtual appliances.
• Understanding of DoD network security policies and methodologies and ability to implement them across the enterprise.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Strong communication skills and experience using ticketing.
• Expertise with WAN/Transport and IP routing technologies and protocols, candidates should have an in-depth knowledge of networking protocols such as BGP, MPLS, and SD-WAN in order to support ongoing maintenance and operation projects.
• Candidates must be detail oriented, with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and to present complex and technical concepts to non-technical team members.
• An ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Field or related discipline with 5+ years working experience in an enterprise network engineering role OR 9+ Years work experience in an enterprise network engineering role
• DoD Manual 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Certification for Intermediate level Network Operations Specialist DCWF Code 441
• Working knowledge of WAN technology and different communication circuits

Benefits

• 401k Retirement Plan
• The job is 100% on-site work. No remote or teleworking is anticipated.
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid maternity leave
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement
• A competitive salary
• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance