Network Performance Analyst

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Transform technology into opportunity as Network Performance Analyst with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Network Performance Analyst, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Network Performance Analyst. As a Network Performance Analyst to ensure the smooth operation of network infrastructure by deploying and maintaining an enterprise-level network monitoring solution. Our team provides continuous observation and management of the organization’s network infrastructure, duties include tracking/analyzing network traffic to ensure network peak efficiency, monitoring the health and status of all physical devices within the network, and scrutinizing network traffic to identify application performance issues and potential bottlenecks related to user experience on the network. By deploying a comprehensive network monitoring solution, our team ensures the Pentagon and National Capitol Region (NCR) networks are resilient, efficient, and aligned with operational needs.

HOW A NETWORK PERFORMANCE ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Collaborate with end-users and government customers to identify the key performance indicators (KPIs) that need to be monitored for complex systems and infrastructure development.

• Develop monitoring processes based on findings through use case scenarios, workflow diagrams, and data models.

• Develop and execute test plans to check the technical performance of infrastructure and systems.

• Provide briefings and reports on findings and recommendations for improvement.

• Develop, document, communicate, and enforce a policy for standardizing systems and monitoring software.

• Configure the monitoring system to test the availability of infrastructure and services to measure user experience, and tailor it to meet the needs of the customer.

• Define system components, ensure scalability, and guide the overall technical direction of the project, to ensure the customer receives the best possible service and their needs are met in a timely and efficient manner.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED – REQUIRED:

• Security Clearance Level: Active Secret Clearance required. Top-Secret Clearance nice to have.

• CERTIFICATION(S): Active Security+ CE Certification (or higher) at time of hire.

• EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience

• EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of directly related experience in networking technologies, specifically switches and routers and resolving complex Local Area Network (LAN)/Wide Area Network (WAN) issues.

• Working knowledge of NetScout, InfoVista, or any other network monitoring tools for effective network monitoring to isolate issues.

Candidates should have familiarity and/or experience with:

• Cisco, Juniper, Aruba and/or Arista

• One or more of the following active network certifications is nice to have: Network+, Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Juniper Network Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-Junos), Juniper Network Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-ENT)

• Resolving network issues promptly, focusing on problem resolution to enhance reliability and availability.

• Continuously assess and optimize network performance for maximum efficiency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align network operations with business objectives.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

2 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

JNCIA-Junos: Associate Junos - Juniper - Juniper

CCNA - Cisco - Cisco

CCNP - Cisco - Cisco

Security+, CE - CompTIA - Security+ CE - CompTIA - CompTIA - Security+ CE - CompTIA

JNCIS-ENT: Specialist, Enterprise Routing and Switching - Juniper - Juniper

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required