Network Engineer

Job Title: Network Engineer
Location: Arlington, VA

Type: Contract To Hire
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering and installation (E&I) support for inside/outside plant LAN wiring and fiber optic cable terminations.
• Install, monitor, manage, and support switches, routers, and data circuits for OMC voice, data, and video systems.
• Ensure secure configuration of network infrastructure in accordance with DoD cybersecurity policies.
• Maintain and update as-built cabling/fiber documentation and network diagrams.
• Configure and manage network encryption devices.
• Manage IP address allocations to optimize performance and maintain security.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve them.
• Advise OMC IT leadership on innovative technologies and network enhancements.

Education and Years of Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred degree is in an IT-related field

Required and Desired Skills/Certifications: 

• Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise, DOD 8570.01M IAT-Level II
• Experience: 5+ years of similar experience
• Extensive experience with DoD network infrastructure and security protocols.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco or equivalent network devices.
• Strong understanding of encryption technologies and IP management.
• Experience with fiber optic and LAN cabling standards and practices.
• Ability to lead technical teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SAP systems and secure enclave environments. (preferred)
• Experience supporting remote and OCONUS locations.(preferred)
• Knowledge of DoD RMF, NIST, and cybersecurity compliance frameworks.(preferred)

Clearance Requirements: Successful completion of a government security screening and/or a Top Secret Clearance

• Clearance: Top Secret w/ SCI eligibility

Min Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Requirements: None required for this position.

 

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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