Network Engineer L3

Jovian Concepts

About The Position

Jovian Concepts, LLC is seeking a Network Engineer Level 3 in the Annapolis Junction, Maryland area to perform network services spanning design, implementation, maintenance, and upgrades of existing networks. The role analyzes designs, specifications, and related documents; performs general LAN/CAN/WAN administration; schedules conversions and cutovers; and coordinates with users and sites to resolve network or system incidents. It translates business requirements into telecommunications requirements, designs, and orders, and performs engineering analyses of telecommunications alternatives for strategic modernization and medium- and large-scale infrastructure enhancements. The engineer also assists end users, operations personnel, and strategic program management with network interfaces. The engineer will work as part of a team configuring and supporting systems in person or remotely, including fielding new equipment. Ongoing support includes networking, firewall, and cryptographic equipment. The role uses JIRA for ticketing, works in lab environments to support new systems and configuration upgrades, and spends a substantial amount of time on SSP compliance work. A current, active TS/SCI clearance with a Maryland polygraph is required; CCA candidates will not be considered. Occasional or as-needed travel to OCONUS locations and on-call support for operational systems (once up to speed) are required.

Requirements

Current and active TS/SCI clearance with a Maryland (MD) polygraph; CCA candidates will not be considered.
Significant Cisco and Arista configuration and sustainment experience.
Experience with firewalls.
Occasional/as-needed travel to OCONUS locations and on-call availability for operational systems once up to speed.
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus 10 years of relevant professional experience providing Network Engineering support and training commensurate with network engineering curriculum; or an accepted alternative qualification path.
In lieu of a Master’s degree: a qualifying Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus 12 years of relevant professional experience providing Network Engineering support.
In lieu of a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree: 16 years of Network Engineering support experience and an industry-standard certification such as Arista Configuration Essentials, Cisco Certified Network Associate, or a Juniper certification track.
An Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M, or ability to obtain it within six months of the start date.

Nice To Haves

Call Manager experience.
Cisco ASA Firewall experience.
Network design experience.
Experience automating repetitive tasks, inventory collection, and compliance requirements.
Experience working in cloud or hyperconverged infrastructure and containerized environments.
Familiarity with Latte ‘Art and supporting STE/STN and SSP compliance for those devices.

Responsibilities

Perform network services from network design through implementation, maintenance, and upgrades of existing networks.
Analyze network designs, specifications, and related documents.
Perform general LAN/CAN/WAN administration.
Schedule network conversions and cutovers.
Coordinate with responsible users and sites to resolve network or system incidents.
Translate business requirements into telecommunications requirements, designs, and orders, including LAN, CAN, WAN, voice, and video.
Perform engineering analysis of telecommunications alternatives for strategic modernization and telecommunications enhancements to medium- and large-scale infrastructures.
Assist telecommunications end users, operations personnel, and strategic program management with network interfaces.
Configure systems and support them in person or remotely, including fielding new equipment.
Provide ongoing networking support, including support for firewall and cryptographic equipment.
Use JIRA for ticketing.
Work in lab environments to support new systems and configuration upgrades.
Perform SSP compliance work.
Travel occasionally or as needed to OCONUS locations.
Provide on-call support for operational systems once up to speed.

Benefits

Three healthcare options through CareFirst BlueChoice Advantage with 50% company-paid premiums.
Tax-advantaged health savings account with two options and up to 100% employer contribution.
Dental and vision coverage with 50% employer-paid premiums for employees and family.
401(k) with an 8% total contribution: 3% safe harbor and 5% annual profit share; immediately vested on day one, with no matching or additional employee contribution required.
Five weeks of PTO with no use-it-or-lose-it policy.
11 federal holidays, paid hours for company-required all-hands meetings, and inclement weather leave.
Up-front tuition payment program; employees pursuing job-related degrees or certifications may be eligible for full up-front funding, depending on performance and job relevance.
Basic Life and AD&D insurance at no cost to eligible employees.
Long-term and short-term disability coverage at no cost to eligible employees.
Up to four weeks of paid parental leave.
Birthday and company-anniversary recognition and gifts.
Annual merit increases.
Loyalty bonus.
Employee- and family-friendly corporate events, including an annual Team Build event and Holiday Party.