Senior Network Engineer chez KIHOMAC

Description

• Provide advice and training to end-users, and guide and inform senior leadership
• Demonstrate a firm understanding of network architectures including Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, IPS, and internal and external routing to delegate tasks to network engineering team
• Work directly with corresponding Team Leads, Project Managers, Network Engineers, and Network Architect for coordination of routine maintenance, break/fix repair, and planned changes, coordinating any down time with all appropriate leadership and stakeholders
• Perform end-user support to internal teammates and tenants/performers alike, including but not limited to Layer 1-3 troubleshooting, physical fault isolation cabling, etc.
• Generate network design guidance in coordination with architects, SMEs, and system engineers; along with the installation/deployment, configuration, testing, compliance enforcement, and reporting on MDSEA assets to include Cisco, Gigamon, and Riverbed hardware, along with the associated software suites and those of VMware NSX/ vCenter, SolarWinds, and other tools as necessary as well as assure and sustain the integrity and security of network infrastructure
• Update documentation (network diagrams, rack diagrams, etc.) utilizing approved work vehicles and the change management process
• Perform hardening and STIG checklist validation/verification for associated network infrastructure and virtual machines
• Provide mentorship and training to junior/mid engineers to ensure their participation in experience-gathering day-to-day activities, and review work products and efforts during their development
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training: 

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or science discipline preferred
• Active Security+ certification required
• CCNA certification preferred

Experience:

• 10+ years of general (full-time) work experience required
• 5+ years of directly related experience required
• 1+ year of experience in a management or leadership role required
• Experience requirements may be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Experience must include:
• Network Engineering
• Directory Services (e.g. Windows 2000+ AD, LDAP, DHCP)
• Operating Systems (e.g. UNIX, Windows, MS Exchange); Internet Protocols (e.g. DNS, HTTP, SMTP, SSL)
• Firewall configuration and troubleshooting
• Multiple network types (i.e. LAN, WAN, VxLAN, SDN)
• Managing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Telecommunications infrastructures

Security:

• Must be a US citizen

• Candidate must be in possession of a minimum DoD issued Secret Clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary: $130,000 - 140,000

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.