Principal Network Engineer

TekSynap

About The Position

Principal Network Engineer for the USAF Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) Contract and other related contracts within TekSynap Research, analyze, and recommend potential technology/performance enhancements and information system upgrades for the purpose of lifecycle sustainment/replacement, security, and operational improvements necessary to support a secure, reliable, and sustainable environment. Plan, design, engineer Implementation/Design Packages (IDP), Bill of Materials (BOM), and network designs for fully modernized USAF Base Area Networks (BAN), to include Core, Distribution, Access, and Datacenter switching solutions, Wi-Fi, NAC, and Private 5G solutions. Provide architecture recommendations as needed. Design, implement, integrate, and sustain infrastructure with legacy and cloud-based applications to include COTS, and other modernization efforts. Integrate and sustain data backup solutions and data warehouses for legacy and cloud-based applications. Design, implement, and sustain automated network testing infrastructure. Design Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Disaster Recovery planning and participate in related exercises. Ensure that designs and solutions conform to BAN Reference Architecture, DoD/agency security requirements and policies, to include DISA STIGs. Provide infrastructure planning, design, implementation, operation, maintenance, and support for both NIPRnet and SIPRNet network infrastructure and supporting systems (NAC, DNS, DHCP, OCSP, etc.) Create and update design drawings. Provide support for vulnerability management. infrastructure projects for classified and unclassified environments. Provide network/system engineering support for forward deployed survey and installation teams. Act as escalation point for Task Order Network Engineering and NOC teams. We are seeking a Principal Network Engineer to join our PMO. TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. Apply now to explore jobs with us! The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience supporting Network Design, Architecture, Vendor Analysis, Implementation, Accreditation, Sustainment, and installation activities.
Active Secret clearance
Must have an active DoD IAT II or greater certification
Must hold a Cisco networking certification at CCNP or above

Responsibilities

Research, analyze, and recommend potential technology/performance enhancements and information system upgrades for the purpose of lifecycle sustainment/replacement, security, and operational improvements necessary to support a secure, reliable, and sustainable environment.
Plan, design, engineer Implementation/Design Packages (IDP), Bill of Materials (BOM), and network designs for fully modernized USAF Base Area Networks (BAN), to include Core, Distribution, Access, and Datacenter switching solutions, Wi-Fi, NAC, and Private 5G solutions. Provide architecture recommendations as needed.
Design, implement, integrate, and sustain infrastructure with legacy and cloud-based applications to include COTS, and other modernization efforts.
Integrate and sustain data backup solutions and data warehouses for legacy and cloud-based applications.
Design, implement, and sustain automated network testing infrastructure.
Design Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Disaster Recovery planning and participate in related exercises.
Ensure that designs and solutions conform to BAN Reference Architecture, DoD/agency security requirements and policies, to include DISA STIGs.
Provide infrastructure planning, design, implementation, operation, maintenance, and support for both NIPRnet and SIPRNet network infrastructure and supporting systems (NAC, DNS, DHCP, OCSP, etc.)
Create and update design drawings.
Provide support for vulnerability management.
infrastructure projects for classified and unclassified environments.
Provide network/system engineering support for forward deployed survey and installation teams.
Act as escalation point for Task Order Network Engineering and NOC teams.