Network Engineer V

Integral • Monterey, CA

163d • $125,000 - $165,000

About The Position

The Network Engineer V supports the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) Academic Network Labor Contract to administer, maintain, secure, and accredit the DLIFLC Academic Network which provides the IT environment for 100% of the DLIFLC teaching and instructing for all students, staff, faculty, and guests in a learning environment at the unclassified level.

Requirements

• BA/BS from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 5+ years experience or substitute with AA/AS with 7+ years experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience working with network infrastructure, preferably with a focus on Extreme Networks products and solutions.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including but not limited to LAN, WAN, routing, switching, VLANs, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security.
• Certified to work on Extreme Networks products, such as switches, routers, access points, and network management tools.
• Adept at troubleshooting complex network issues, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in managing network-related projects, including planning, implementation, and documentation, including network upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure expansions.
• Require any one of the following IAT Level II (CySA+, Security+, CND, or SSCP) Certification and CE/OS Certification.
• CCNA Certification or equivalent required.
• VMware NSX: Install, Configure, Manage (V6.2)
• Ruckus Layer 2 Switches / Wireless Controller / Wireless Access Points
• Palo Alto Networks Firewall knowledge of PA-7050 / PA-3060 / PA-3260 / PA-5450 / WildFire/URL Filtering / Brocade MPLS Implementation Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches
• Cisco Networks switches and routers
• Aruba Networks Excellent knowledge of Wireless Controllers / Access Points / Airwave / ClearPass
• Ciena 100G OME 6500 DWDM System
• Extreme Networks Layer 2/3, MLXE Switches / Extreme IQ / OSPF, BGP, and MPLS.
• SolarWinds, InMon Sentinel, Uptrends.
• Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Serve as network engineer Lead. Responsibilities include monitoring, testing, and analyzing all elements of the network facilities.
• Ensure the datacenter operates 24x7 with DoD-directed updates and security patches.
• Monitor, document, and control the Academic Network performance for response, throughput, and availability.
• Identify and resolve hardware and software issues related to the commercial network’s wireless and hardwired elements.
• Identify opportunities and solutions for improving efficiencies with emerging technologies.
• Manage the Academic Network internet IP addressing schemes to ensure maximum availability.
• Manage the Cybersecurity Network and Boundary Defense, Intrusion Detection tools and Techniques, and Incident Response.
• Research, recommend, and implement best business practices for controlling and monitoring access to the Academic Network.
• Maintain the reliability and security of the DLIFLC Network's voice, data, and wireless services.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Earned Bonuses & Awards
• Professional Training Reimbursement
• Paid Parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Immediate vesting in our 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees