Network Engineer, Senior

The Intel and Cyber Division is assembling a team of network engineers, systems engineers, Unified Communications Engineers, and Integration Engineers, change management specialists, information assurance professionals, and procurement personnel knowledgeable in SCRM processes to support a program that provides critical network capabilities. We are committed to recruiting and retaining this team for prototype development, test, and demonstration, as well as making this team available longer term for integration, deployment and sustainment as needed.

Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Network Engineer, Senior include, but are not limited to, the following:

Perform as senior-level contributor with knowledge and experience in local and wide area networking, communications, and related software/hardware within a multi-platform operating environment.

Design and plan network communications systems.

Analyze and develop new hardware requirements and prepare specifications for hardware acquisitions.

Provide support for all information systems operations activities, including computer and communications operations, data control, LAN/WAN administration and operations support, operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and operations.

Coordinate with the Information Assurance Security Engineers to validate all designs against required security controls to maintain Authority to Operate of each enclave.

Create, review, and update technical documentation in support of integration projects.

Provide full implementation documentation and templates for all phases of deployment and sustainment of network equipment and services.

Identify and diagnose complex performance, security, and technical issues.

Develop and implement solutions across a wide range of technologies.

Implement and maintain DISA STIG requirements.

Requirements:

Ability to meet or exceed DODD 8140/8570 IAT Level 3 requirements, to include CE certification

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification

Experience with a broad range of Cisco products

Understanding of internetworking routing protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VPLS, DMVPN, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, VRRP, HSRP, NHRP)

Experience with network security concepts, best practices, and technologies including, but not limited to, SSH, IPSec, RADIUS, TACACS, firewall policies, and 802.1x

Experience installing and administering network and systems equipment

Experience conducting network design testing and evaluation

Experience with remote network operations and optimization

Demonstrated knowledge of interconnection of multiple IP telephony systems via LAN and WAN connections

Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.

Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Ability to travel up to 25%.

Clearance Required:

Must have active Top Secret clearance with SCI

Minimum Education:

Bachelors degree in an IT related field.

Minimum Years of Experience:

10 years of related experience

Preferred:

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification

Demonstrated technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, switches, firewalls, hubs, bridges, and gateways

Extensive experience with designing, integrating, monitoring, and maintaining interconnected networks, both LAN and WAN

Extensive experience with network architecture development and design

Extensive experience with Cisco IP telephony products

Familiarity with datacenter infrastructure and experience with Cisco routers (Cisco ISR and ASR series) and switches including, but not limited to the following: 35xx, 37xx, 38xx, 45xx, 65xx, Nexus 9xxx, 7xxx, 6xxx, 5xxx, 2xxx, 1xxx series

Hands-on experience with implementation and use of network monitoring, fault management, and performance analysis tools such as Syslog, SNMP, What’s Up Gold, SolarWinds, Scrutinizer, etc.

Experience with Type 1 line encryption devices including, but not limited to the following: KG175, KG250, KG250xs

Experience developing IT checklists, standard operating procedures, guides, etc

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Pay Transparency Verbiage

Amentum’s health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $140K to $160K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.