Network Engineer Senior

Amentum•Cape Canaveral, FL

1d•$100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Network Engineer Senior to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC). Responsibilities: Manage and maintain Amentum Information Technology (IT) network computing environment by identifying network requirements; designing changes; installing upgrades; and monitoring network performance. Provide leadership and guidance to IT personnel to include mentoring, development and training. Serve as subject matter expert and configures and supports the IT Network environment consisting of servers, clients, routers, virtual private networks, switches, and firewall devices. Systematically troubleshoot technical issues and/or complex application, system, and/or network issues including availability, utilization, throughput and latency Plan and execute the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of equipment Define IT policies and procedures Provide feedback and reports to management on the status and availability of the IT network to ensure proper function and identify positive and negative trends Maintain IT network performance by performing network monitoring and analysis, and performance tuning. Analyze IT systems and prepare supporting documentation for performance, stability, interoperability and systems thru the system life cycle issues. Apply methods and techniques to assist in the development, implementation and documentation of impact assessments, architecture change recommendations and CONOPS change recommendations. Secure IT network by developing network access, monitoring, control, and evaluation; maintaining documentation IAW DoD standards. Participate in the design and development of integrated solutions to meet customer requirements Perform other duties as assigned Required Skills: Effective communication skills with demonstrated capability to brief project information to management and customers. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for design, creation and testing of network equipment and infrastructure. Strong organizational and time management skills to balance, plan, prioritize, and execute projects. Ability to work within a dynamic, fast paced environment with time constraints. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer Science, Information Technology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related field preferred Minimum 8+ years of experience in related computer science or IT field Knowledge of Internet Protocols, communication protocols, data and network security Experience working with IT system design principles and applications Experience required in the following areas: Cisco licensing for network security appliances Network monitoring and reporting Windows Based and PowerShell scripting DISA STIGs and NOTAMS CMMC Level 2 Windows and SQL Server Network technologies Wireless implementation and maintenance Current CISSP or Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security) or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire date Travel of 25% may be required. The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization Valid U.S. Driver’s License Compensation Details: $100,000 to $130,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. 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Requirements

Effective communication skills with demonstrated capability to brief project information to management and customers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for design, creation and testing of network equipment and infrastructure.
Strong organizational and time management skills to balance, plan, prioritize, and execute projects.
Ability to work within a dynamic, fast paced environment with time constraints.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Bachelor’s degree in computer Science, Information Technology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 8+ years of experience in related computer science or IT field
Knowledge of Internet Protocols, communication protocols, data and network security
Experience working with IT system design principles and applications
Experience required in the following areas: Cisco licensing for network security appliances Network monitoring and reporting Windows Based and PowerShell scripting DISA STIGs and NOTAMS CMMC Level 2 Windows and SQL Server Network technologies Wireless implementation and maintenance
Current CISSP or Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security) or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire date
Travel of 25% may be required.
The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain Amentum Information Technology (IT) network computing environment by identifying network requirements; designing changes; installing upgrades; and monitoring network performance.
Provide leadership and guidance to IT personnel to include mentoring, development and training.
Serve as subject matter expert and configures and supports the IT Network environment consisting of servers, clients, routers, virtual private networks, switches, and firewall devices.
Systematically troubleshoot technical issues and/or complex application, system, and/or network issues including availability, utilization, throughput and latency
Plan and execute the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of equipment
Define IT policies and procedures
Provide feedback and reports to management on the status and availability of the IT network to ensure proper function and identify positive and negative trends
Maintain IT network performance by performing network monitoring and analysis, and performance tuning.
Analyze IT systems and prepare supporting documentation for performance, stability, interoperability and systems thru the system life cycle issues.
Apply methods and techniques to assist in the development, implementation and documentation of impact assessments, architecture change recommendations and CONOPS change recommendations.
Secure IT network by developing network access, monitoring, control, and evaluation; maintaining documentation IAW DoD standards.
Participate in the design and development of integrated solutions to meet customer requirements
Perform other duties as assigned