Senior Network Engineer

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Network Architecture, Network Engineering, Network Systems

Certifications:

None

Experience:

7 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to support all aspects of network operations activities and projects for the USCENTCOM Information Technology Services (CITS) Program supporting the USCENTCOM J6 in Tampa, FL.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software maintenance, implementation techniques. Conducts testing of network systems. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives. Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects. Works under very general direction. Independently determines and develops approach for complex problem solving. Work is/may be reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Frequent inter-organizational and outside contacts. Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Participate in  briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives.
 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education and/or Certifications:
Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in communication or a related field of study and 7 years related technical experience in Network and Transport technologies, tools, and techniques.

• 7+ years’ experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a high paced diverse environment

• Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification

Desired:

• Cisco Certified CCNA, CCNP, CCDP (or equivalent).

• Proficiency in the implementation of Network Management tools (Cisco Catalyst Center, and Cisco Prime)

• At least 1-year in managerial experience

Required Skills:

• Understanding of TCP/IP fundamentals (e.g. DNS, FTP, SSH, ACL, VLAN, DMZ, BGP), general networking technologies, network architecture and connectivity troubleshooting

• Ability to describe and troubleshoot routing and switching issues

• Thoroughly understand VPN Technologies (IPSEC, DMVPN, S2S, L3VPN, VPLS)

• Thoroughly understand the following routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP

• Thoroughly understand how to install and implement Cisco WAN/LAN routers/switches: Ex. ASRs, ISRs, Catalysts, NXOS, Nexus

• Interpersonal skills, to help negotiate priorities

• Ability to work weekends and evening hours as needed

• Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance

• Thorough experience performing packet capture analysis or running Wireshark is highly desirable.

• Review and/or approve Network engineering documentation to ensure that processes and specifications meet Network needs and are accurate, comprehensive, and complete 

• Establish and follow a formal procedure for coordinating Network integration activities among multiple teams, ensuring complete coverage of all interfaces  

• Capture all interface designs in a common interface control format, and store interface data in a commonly accessible repository 

Desired Skills:

• Experience with USCENTCOM and familiarity with its mission

• Knowledge and familiarity with USCENTCOM’s IT environment

• Troubleshooting Cisco ACI-based networks.

• Manage and support the Cisco ISE solution across the organization

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ISE with other network components

Clearance Requirement:

• Active TS/SCI clearance required

Travel Requirements:

• Required USCENTCOM Exercise support of up to 10% Travel during the Year to OCONUS Locations

WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:

• 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 and the ability to make a real impact on the world around you.

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The likely salary range for this position is $89,250 - $120,750. 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 FL MacDill AFB

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.

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