Network Engineer 3 - Altus AFB, OK

M.C. Dean, Inc • Altus, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking a Network Engineer 3 to join their Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. This role will support the US Air Force Education and Training Center. The SES unit designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security services, including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems for various customers.

This position offers an opportunity to be part of a team that is passionate about engineering innovation and fostering technical leadership in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. The company values agility, expertise, and trust, and promotes a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; ACTIVE SECRET Clearance is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or a related discipline and 5+ years of progressive experience.
• Understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) concepts.
• Understanding of security issues and implications for network solutions.
• Knowledge of network concepts, technologies, tools and philosophies, and the ability to design an organization's network infrastructure and services.
• Knowledge of system development methodology, project management, system architecture and analytical/problem solving skills.
• Strong oral, technical writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with team members, clients and other network/system stakeholders.
• Ability to establish working relationships with others outside area of expertise.
• Ability to balance high quality standards with schedule pressures in a demanding environment.
• Must be a resourceful, self-starter, flexible, pro-active, solution-oriented, and customer-oriented.
• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Nice To Haves

• Reading network and connectivity schematics and plans.
• Network system startup, configuration, and calibration.
• Testing and troubleshooting.
• Use of basic electrical and machinist hand tools.
• Use of testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software (spectrum analyzer, cable tester, Alignment tool).
• Ticketing and monitoring toolsets.
• Knowledge of one or more IT/Network platform, such as: Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, or Arista.
• Standard Network Software (Visio, Wireshark, Putty, CLI, etc).
• Knowledge of Cybersecurity and STIG applications to network systems.

Responsibilities

• Survey Reports measurement results in actionable form to more senior personnel and management.
• Conducts any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required.
• Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment, and devices.
• Work closely with the field engineers to simulate expected system level performance and provide quick feedback on potential improvement.
• Assist senior network engineers to identify and resolve network security issues.
• Develop network designs for each SLA classification.
• Originate design documents for small projects and in support of large programs.
• Assist Senior Engineers in preparation of Designs, including: Narrative Design Documents, Systems Designs, Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / Hardware / Communications).
• Preparation of Specifications, Perform QA/QC and technical reviews of designs.
• Comment Resolution Testing & Commission Review / Approval of test plans (Safety / Risk / Manufacturability).
• Author test plans.
• Leads / supervises testing activities.
• Author testing / commissioning procedures.
• Preparation of test reports.
• Commissioning of deployed systems.
• Development of test fixtures and simulation devices.
• Generates standard PITCO plans and procedures.
• Design and perform complete system integration test.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex network problems and recommend operational efficiency improvements.
• Perform preventative maintenance (software/hardware/firmware upgrades) including security updates, performance upgrades and schedule maintenance.
• Originate and submit maintenance plan and provide role back plan.
• Serve as backup for team members during paid time off.
• Perform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems.
• Support a 24/7 on-call schedule.
• Document crucial working procedures and troubleshooting of network operations.
• Employ moderate understanding of network administration as related to business operations.
• Assist team members in identifying and resolving basic/moderate Network/Telecom issues.
• Interpret and analyze results versus established benchmarks and goals.
• Work with project managers to meet expectations for Network tasks.
• Complete project tasks and assignments to meet project deadlines.
• Contribute to own team and closely related teams through quality and accuracy of output.
• Perform research on available technologies and products as needed by the Operations or Project managers.
• Prepare cost estimates and supporting documents for projects.
• Assist senior engineers in preparation of Bids and Proposals cost estimates and supporting documentation.
• Pricing of change orders.
• Assist in developing and adapting documents, procedures, and formal processes for the Network Engineering team members to accomplish Company project planning (PKOM’s and gate checks).
• Collaborate with other disciplines to define work / interfaces.

Benefits

• A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better.
• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level