Network Engineer (Government)

AT&T•Columbia, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

AT&T Global Public Sector is hiring a Network Engineer to support operations by maintaining, documenting, and administering enterprise IT systems for the Federal Government. The role supports secure, IP-enabled, cloud-based network solutions and professional services, including systems supporting the Activities Information System. This is a full-time onsite role, performed at the designated work location five days per week. The posting identifies Suitland, MD as the onsite location and lists Columbia, Maryland as the location. No relocation is offered. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Eight years of relevant experience.
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Network+ certification or a relevant certification.

Responsibilities

Provide system/server and network administration support.
Provide operations and maintenance support for existing server-based solutions, including CITRIX, ESRI, McAfee, Microsoft Red Hat, and SolarWinds.
Ensure CDS-based and enterprise-wide networking devices and components are tested, implemented, and maintained in optimal and required configurations to support a secure operating environment.
Perform engineering and operational assignments associated with deployed operational solutions backed by Cisco and SolarWinds on a multi-level IT system supporting the Activities Information System.
Provide operations and maintenance support—including testing, validation, sustainment, upgrading, and decommissioning—for network devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, encryption devices, and copper- and fiber-based connectivity.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) plan.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Paid time off and holidays, including at least 23 vacation days each year and 9 company-designated holidays, based on date of hire.
Paid parental leave.
Paid caregiver leave.
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected.
Adoption reimbursement.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental benefit programs, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and group legal plans.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Employee wellness programs.
Employee discounts of up to 50% on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (including fiber where available), and AT&T wireline phone.