Network Engineer (Job ID: 4448)

Valkyrie•Norfolk, VA

7d•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a Network Engineer who will provide key support for Department of Defense (DoD), Department of State (DoS) and other US Federal Government Electrical and Electronic Systems network design and engineering requirements. Leverage knowledge and skills necessary to design, install, test and maintain Electronic Security Systems. Located in Norfolk, VA.

Requirements

Must have a bachelors in a technical or related field (i.e. Computer Science, Engineering, etc.) + 8 years Exp. OR 10 years Exp. in the designing, building, integrating, testing and maintaining network and computing infrastructure.
Must have a Cisco CCNA or Juniper JNCIA-Junos certification
Must have a Security+ Certification or relevant certification IAW DoD 8140
Must have experience with analyzing alternatives; validating system performance; and establishing cyber security certifications and/or authority to operate (ATO) for the fielding of new/modified DoD systems.
Must have working knowledge of basic electrical and electronic principles.
Must have familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC) requirements and practices.
Must have familiarity with electronics/electrical systems including, but not limited to: Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control Systems, Closed Circuit Television, Intercom Systems, Mass Notification Systems, IP Network Infrastructure, ISP/OSP Infrastructure, Conduit Installation, Low Voltage Electronic Systems.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD “Secret” security clearance with the possibility to upgrade to “Top Secret” if required.
Must be a US Citizen with a valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturer’s certification or technical training is highly desirable (e.g., Lenel, Genetec, BICSI).
Experience supporting federal or defense security programs such as US Army Corps of Engineers, Naval Information Warfare Center, US Air Force and Department of State, preferred.
Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment, be detailed orientated, and self-motivated, preferred.
Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or under limited supervision, preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products and Adobe Acrobat, preferred.
Current Passport.
A current DoD “Secret” security clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture.
Provide specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet mission needs, including present and future capability requirements.
Conduct integration and testing of network design.
Maintain system configuration control over software and hardware versions.
Maintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
Manage the requirements, design, and implementation for networks and end-to-end systems to support mission operations, existing ground systems and upgrades, technology refresh, and reliability and maintainability.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve network issues.
Engineering analysis, design, and evaluation shall include recommended inputs to technical orders (TOs), engineering drawings, and training documents.
Perform security risk management, maintain network system security and network protection in accordance with DoD policy and standards.
Provide interface control documents, emulator/simulator baseline control, test plans, network diagrams, and integration/deployment work instructions.
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.