FWA Network Engineer – Secret Clearance Required
About The Position
GDIT is seeking qualified candidates for a Network Engineer at the Fort Wainwright Mission Training Complex (MTC) under the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support II (MTCCS II) program. GDIT provides individual sustainment and collective Mission Command training, leadership development, Warfighter Functions (WFF) training, delta training, first‑person simulations (gaming), and constructive simulation support from squad level through Echelon Above Brigade (EAB). Responsibilities include technical integration between simulation and C4I systems, establishing and maintaining training and exercise networks, and executing Risk Management Framework (RMF) Certification and Accreditation activities. Advance how our customers operate while advancing your own career. Join GDIT and the Mission Training Complex – Fort Wainwright as a Network Engineer and build an impactful career in enterprise IT alongside a resourceful, mission‑driven team. Our work depends on a Network Engineer who will help strengthen the readiness of our Nation’s Army in the Arctic.
Requirements
- BA/BS Degree or equivalent relevant years of experience
- Minimum of five (5) years’ related experience in network architecture design, implementation, and management
- Possess advanced knowledge in network planning, troubleshooting and maintenance
- Possess knowledge of network hardware and software components
- Strong understanding of technology integration, information flow, configuration and implementation of LAN, WAN, DNS, DHCP, firewalls and security, and storage and backup methodologies
- Must understand and be able to apply Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology and the Certification & Accreditation process
- Must have experience in applying network patches and STIGs and performing other RMF Cybersecurity tasks
- SEC+ required; Meet DoD 8570.01-M Baseline Computing Environment (CE) Certification Requirements at Information Assurance Technical Level II (IAT II)
- Secret clearance is required
- Experience with tactical networks at the division level and higher
- Experience working with Microsoft server platform and Cisco routers and switches
- Knowledgeable in MSPP, MPLS, and BGP configurations, architecture, and technologies
- Knowledge of specific product lines, e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto, Wire Shark, and Solar Winds
- US Citizenship Required
Nice To Haves
- MTC experience preferred
- CCNA (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Design, plan, implement, and oversee classified and unclassified MTC WAN/LAN networks supporting voice, data, and video services for exercises and events.
- Manage MTC use of networks owned by external organizations, including NIPR, SIPR, tactical networks, and others as required.
- Coordinate network design, requirements, and responsibilities with other MTCs, training sites, training units, and external communications organizations.
- Design network architecture, develop network plans, configure equipment, and assist with installation of equipment and circuits supporting distributed exercises.
- Install, configure, maintain, and secure networks and associated devices.
- Configure, document, test, troubleshoot, and update network documentation for internal simulation networks, including Cisco firewalls, routers, and switches.
- Troubleshoot TCP/IP, multicast, UDP traffic flows, and tunneling encryption devices.
- Apply system updates, quarterly patches/IAVAs, SRG/STIGs, configure access control lists, and analyze or modify network devices and software to meet user and system requirements.
- Plan, develop, and execute encrypted network connections to external entities supporting constructive simulation exercises.
- Provide timely troubleshooting and resolution for network issues.
- Monitor network performance and conduct scheduled backups and recovery testing.
- Review and update network requirements for accuracy and doctrinal compliance.
- Participate in special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- 401K with company match
- variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
- dental plan options
- a vision plan
- a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
- full flex work weeks where possible
- a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
- short and long-term disability benefits
- life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
