AIS/Network Engineer

MAG Aerospace•Annapolis Junction, MD

1d•$120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

MAG Aerospace is seeking a mid-level IT professional to develop and maintain networks and support daily Information Systems operations, maintenance, and administration of assigned networks. The role monitors network performance, optimizes server capacity, secures networks and data, repairs network errors at client locations, and performs network upgrades. It provides system engineering and communications network support for NCWDG AIS systems and Command networks, including ongoing PMO-sponsored research and development programs. The position requires an active Top Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to pass a Counterintelligence polygraph. A CI polygraph is required within six months, and the position may require an upgrade to TS/SCI.

Requirements

At least 5–8 years of applied work experience as an AIS/Network Engineer.
Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or three additional years of applied work experience.
General knowledge and understanding of Windows Server 2008/2012; Exchange Server 2010 or newer; LDAP and Active Directory; DNS; DHCP; TCP/IP routing; SCOM; IPS/MARS; MS Backup Exec; Windows 10; ACAS; SolarWinds; RHEL 5 or newer; VMware ESXi; and SharePoint 2013 or newer.
Active Top Secret security clearance.
Eligibility for a future upgrade to TS/SCI; the posting says MAG will upgrade the clearance for hires who possess the background to qualify.
Ability to successfully pass a Counterintelligence polygraph examination in the future; a CI polygraph is required within six months.
Security investigation current within six years.
Current DODD 8140.01 Security+ and CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) or CISSP certifications.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to meet position-related physical and medical requirements and comply with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in Continuous Evaluation (CE) is noted as eligible, but is not stated as a required qualification.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day infrastructure maintenance for NCWDG AIS systems.
Troubleshoot and correct network, system, and software failures reported by users of Command networks.
Train and support AIS personnel on network configuration, troubleshooting, operational procedures, and software packages.
Draft and maintain current system drawings reflecting classified Command network configurations.
Provide communications network support to PMO-sponsored research and development programs involving information systems mission requirements.
Provide general system engineering support for AIS systems.
Evaluate and address user needs and expectations for ATS functions.
Identify system data, hardware, and software components required to meet user needs.
Create an information systems disaster recovery plan.
Conduct software and hardware architectural analysis.
Provide testing and evaluation support for network systems.
Maintain and troubleshoot video teleconference connections over secure networks.
Assist in designing and fielding special-purpose systems for critical missions and recommend hardware and software procurements.
Maintain Command computer network operations and ensure servers, switches, routers, cryptographic equipment, fiber connections, leased circuits, and distant-end hardware are operational.
Manage user accounts, keep profiles accurate and current, and archive accounts when personnel leave the Command.
Configure and maintain routers and switches using system management products.
Create disk images for operating-system deployment and remotely preload computers with standard software configurations.
Draft technical documents about new technologies and their potential effects on existing networks.
Evaluate developmental systems and recommend ways to optimize AIS research and development efforts.
Assess product integration and recommend interactions to optimize AIS research and development efforts.
Perform system and product development and integration as directed.
Monitor network performance, optimize server capacity, secure networks and data, repair network errors at client locations, and perform network upgrades.