Telecommunications Network Engineer - Level 0 (Network Engineer)

Stratum Networks • Ft. Meade, MD

17d • $49,000 - $86,000

About The Position

Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. We are looking for a talented and passionate Level 0 Telecommunications Network Engineer who would support one of our clients located in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. Performs maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of issues. Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues. Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface. Confirms accuracy of messages, alarms or issues and/or determines severity of problem, issue or alarm. Initiates resolution as appropriate. Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate. Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures. Resolves basic issues; documents the results. Communicates occurrence of alarms or issues and resulting actions taken to resolve or escalate problem. Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules. Performs first- and/or second-level problem determination (first level is help desk). Interfaces with users and/or network vendors. Can follow detailed work instructions. Salary: $49k - $86k depending on experience and contract. Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays. Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately. 401(k) plan with employer match available.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required.
• Associate's degree in engineering technology from an accredited college is required.
• Two (2) years of additional network engineering experience may be substituted for an Associate's degree.
• An IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required.
• Candidate must have a TS/SCI polygraph clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with installation and configuration of any levels of network devices, such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper devices is a plus.
• Experience supporting WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1, etc.
• Experience with Taclanes/KG-175, etc.
• Experience with MPLS, BGP, VPNs, etc.
• CompTIA Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of issues.
• Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators
• Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
• Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface.
• Confirms accuracy of messages, alarms or issues and/or determines severity of problem, issue or alarm.
• Initiates resolution as appropriate.
• Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate.
• Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures.
• Resolves basic issues; documents the results.
• Communicates occurrence of alarms or issues and resulting actions taken to resolve or escalate problem.
• Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures.
• Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary
• Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules.
• Performs first- and/or second-level problem determination (first level is help desk).
• Interfaces with users and/or network vendors.
• Can follow detailed work instructions.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package, including up to 3 weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays.
• Eligible for health care (single and family) immediately.
• 401(k) plan with employer match available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree