Network Engineer (NE II) (Government)

AT&T • Columbia, MD

88d • $79,300 - $168,000

About The Position

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers' mission. RIS I is the delivery of regional IT services to the end user. We offer support of end user devices including desktop, workplace peripherals, and voice and video devices. We support local and campus area networks, including wireless and cable plant. AT&T has an opening for a Network Engineer: To perform maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of issues. This position requires office presence a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

Requirements

• Eight (8) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• An IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M.
• CCNP, or equivalent, certification or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with installation and configuration of any levels of network devices, such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper devices.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures for the Connectivity Operations Team, including the use of ticketing systems and documentation.
• Support network upgrade projects or initiatives.
• Replace failed networking components as needed.
• Support end-user connectivity needs.
• Support the installation, maintenance, operation, and security of the LAN infrastructure and network devices.
• Manage access to network segments and resources in compliance with network access policies.
• Update and refresh hardware, operating systems, and software to provide needed functionality and security.
• Abide by change and configuration management standards.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees