Network Engineer

• Apply Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to operating systems and applications.
• Monitor and maintain servers physical and virtual network switches and routers, workstations and laptops on the network.
• Participate in the design, plan and execution of network modernization projects.
• Research and recommend network products based on customer requirements.
• Assist with the design, planning and implementation of new server systems.
• Troubleshoot advanced server and software incidents.
• Coordinate with vendors and other Government agencies to provide support for network devices
• Respond to incidents elevated from the customer NOC and Information Assurance Management section related to network matters/security incidents and resolve the incidents as directed
• Coordinate with the customer communications office to install fiber optic and copper-based connectivity for new and existing buildings.    
• Monitor the Enterprise Operations Console, and document and report network related incidents, looking for indications of network related incidents
• Installs and configures network device equipment for NIPR/SIPR
• Install, configure, and maintain cryptographic devices such as KG-175, Simple Key Loader (SKL), TACLANES, FASTLANES and all other network encryption devices.
• Operate and maintain physical and virtual Windows, Linux and VMware Workstations and Servers 
• Provide data backup and restoration capabilities for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS, and Special Access Systems.
• Support replication of network file share volumes via Distributed Files System w/ Replication (DFS-R) between the NCR and NSGB locations.
• Provide systems recovery and repair operations employing industry best practices for systems troubleshooting and fault isolation.
• Bring up-to-date and preserve computer inventory and surplus equipment
• Make sure desktop computers interconnect seamlessly with various systems
• Vouch for and implement upgrades on systems to guarantee longevity
• Ascertain and repair hardware and network connectivity issues
• Devices:  Cisco C9200 (L2), C9200CX (L2), C9500(L2/L3-Distribution Cores),C8300 Border Router Cisco ISE, Cisco NEXGEN Firewall 1120 with FMC, Cisco Prime, Dell Brocade 5424, KG-175D's and 175G's

Requirements

• Clearance: Secret
• Associate degree and 5 years of work experience or 7 years of professional experience supporting PC hardware and software systems.
• Ability to conduct research into PC and software issues and products as required.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment.
• CCNA certification a must have
• Administrative experience in day-to-day operational maintenance, support, and upgrades to hardware, software, and operating systems in a Microsoft Windows Server Environment; must be proficient with Microsoft’s Windows Server.
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification (e.g., Security+, CND, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)