Network Engineer/ Principal Network Engineer - Melbourne FL

VetJobs•Melbourne, FL

2d•$72,100 - $134,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Corporate Sector Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is hiring a Network Engineer or Principal Network Engineer to support its IT Infrastructure & Operations organization. The position provides on-site network support in Melbourne, Florida, and support for several remote sites. The successful candidate will work with a team supporting LAN/WAN infrastructure. The requisition may be filled at the Network Engineer (T02) or Principal Network Engineer (T03) level. The role supports customers and network infrastructure through troubleshooting, network design and installation, monitoring, analysis, documentation, and deployment coordination. Occasional travel to other Northrop Grumman sites and periodic after-hours and weekend support are required. The position is on-site; relocation assistance is not available. Travel is listed as 10% of the time. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment. The job posting says clearance is not required to start.

Requirements

For Network Engineer (T02): 2 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's or master's degree.
For Principal Network Engineer (T03): 5 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree, 3 years with a master's degree, or 1 year with a Ph.D.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
Hands-on experience with Cisco hardware and setting up switched networks for T02, or configuring switched networks for T03.
Proficient knowledge of Cisco routers and switches.
Solid understanding of TCP/IP-related protocols, dynamic routing protocols, and switching technologies and features.
Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
Experience using network analysis tools such as WireShark, Opnet, or SolarWinds.
Skill with Microsoft Office 365 applications and Visio.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Cisco certification such as CCNA or CCNP.

Responsibilities

Provide timely technical support to clients and resolve network issues.
Plan, design, configure, and install network hardware to meet customer requirements.
Troubleshoot network-related problems reported by users.
Maintain current knowledge of standards, guidelines, and industry trends in networking, including LAN, WAN, wireless, and interconnection.
Create and maintain appropriate network documentation, including operational instructions.
Monitor and analyze networks to support short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
Travel occasionally to other Northrop Grumman sites as needed.
Provide after-hours and weekend support periodically or as needed.
Work with customers and manage installation timelines and deliverables to facilitate successful deployments.