Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert - TS/SCI Required

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Data Communication, Network Infrastructures, Networks

Certifications:

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) – TS/SCI required

Transform technology into opportunity as a Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) joining our team to support the US Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM).

HOW A NETWORK ENGINEER SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT (SME) WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of network infrastructure supporting the INSCOM customer enclaves
• Perform daily operational tasks submitted by customers through ticket system
• Prepare network or infrastructure Visio topology diagrams, write Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance plans and provide status reports as required, participate in data calls and other operational and maintenance tasks
• Troubleshoot network problems, network device configurations and coordinate with various department administrators to facilitate connectivity issue resolution
• Design technical solutions
• Participate in the development and support of GISA and INSCOM technical requirements
• Champion a collaborative, team-based environment, sharing standard methodologies and success and building positive relationships
• Can deliver technical presentations to include whiteboards at CxO level through to detailed technical staff.
• System administrator skills with UNIX, Microsoft or application knowledge
• Proven grasp of LAN and WAN networking protocols and technologies, including switching, routing, and security (e.g., Layer 4-7, firewall, DDoS, etc)
• Is generally recognized as a leader in the industry in their area of expertise; sought out by others in the area of expertise for advice and guidance
• Provides expert support, analysis, research, and advice into exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to the subject matter
• Coordinates with contract management and Government personnel to ensure the problems have been properly defined and the solutions satisfy customer needs
• Analyzes user needs to determine functional requirements for a wide variety of projects; consults with clients to determine optimum design for assigned projects
• Generates recommendations in the form of technical briefings, reports, and other major documents provided to senior level client personnel
• Identifies emerging relevant technologies that may result in improvements to current processes and systems
• Writes and updates project documentation including system procedures, presentations, and training materials
• May serve as technical team or task lead

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED with 10 years of related experience, or Associate's Degree with 8 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree with 6 years of experience
• Preferred Skills:
  • Experience in a rapid paced, time sensitive, high-quality environment
  • Advanced troubleshooting experience in one or more of the following network technology areas: Cisco Routing and Switching, Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure, Palo Alto Networks NGFW, Site-to-Site VPN, Remote Access VPN, DMVPN
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills along with strong customer service
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize commitments, and manage time effectively including attention to detail
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications like Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent communications skills and ability to interact with clients
  • Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto network technologies
  • Experience with TCPDump, Wireshark and analyzing network traffic
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of the OSI and TCP/IP network models and provide examples
  • Experience working in a large SDLC environment
• Clearance Level: TS/SCI
• Required Certification(s):
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Computing Environment (CE) Certification as determined by the Program Manager is required prior to support on contract
  • IAT II 8570 Baseline Certification -Sec+CE or equivalent
  • Required Security Environment Certification:
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional – Datacenter
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional – Enterprise
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional – Security
    • Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer
• ​Location: On Customer Site
• US Citizenship: Required
• Additional:
  • Candidates must be willing and able to attain a CI Polygraph for certain positions as determined by the contract
  • Position may require lifting of objects (i.e. IT Hardware), reaching/bending/kneeling (i.e. plug in cables) and other moderately strenuous activity
• GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely salary range for this position is $131,716 - $178,204. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Fort Belvoir

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.