Network Engineer
About The Position
Qwaltec is seeking a Network Engineer to administer and secure the networks that keep satellite ground station operations running for a Department of War customer. This role requires a strong background in the administration of Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), and remote networks, including working knowledge of network hardware, software, protocols, and network security in a client/server environment. You will be the go-to expert for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and correcting problems with LAN/WAN services, and for installing, configuring, maintaining, and upgrading software on network systems. This position is fully on-site in the Maryland / Washington DC Metro area.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, or related field
- 3 years of experience in a network support role in a multi-platform environment
- Thorough knowledge of and experience with network protocols, specifically Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
- DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification at IAT Level III (e.g., CCNP/CCIE)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing & Switching
- Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA)
- Active Top Secret (TS) or Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance required
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Ability to work fully on-site in the Maryland / Washington DC Metro area
Nice To Haves
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Juniper Networks Enterprise Routing and Switching, Specialist
- Juniper Networks Certified Specialist Security
- Experience supporting networks in satellite ground station or other 24/7 mission environments
Responsibilities
- Administer LANs, WANs, and remote networks in a client/server environment
- Operate and maintain servers, modems, switches, firewalls, and routers
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and correct problems with LAN/WAN services
- Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade software on network systems
- Implement and maintain network security in accordance with applicable policies and directives
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Professional development support and training budget
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
