Senior Network Engineer CCNP

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer CCNP
Location: Bolling AFB, DC
Type: Contract
Compensation: $180,000.00
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40.0
Security Clearance: TS/SCI


Responsibilities

• Translate stakeholder and Government requirements into network solutions, modifications, and support upgrades (network reconfiguration, hardware and software acquisitions, installation, and testing).
• Provide executive-level government agency support related to designing, deploying, and ensuring efficient and optimal operation of business-critical enterprise and network environments.
• Apply current and emerging network software, hardware technology, and protocols to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with clients to explore, investigate, analyze, and assess new technologies to modernize and improve existing networking solutions.
• Support current and future requirements within enterprise and tactical networks through all facets of network engineering expertise.
• Provide Tier 3 and Tier 4 engineering support including hardware management, architecture, design, and configuration.
• Design and develop voice, video, RF, and data communication networks, including planning, evaluation, and upgrading operating systems and protocols.
• Configure systems and network topologies based on user environment needs, analyzing traffic and capacity requirements.
• Assist in the acquisition of hardware, software, and subcontractor services as needed.
• Guide and lead less-experienced network personnel; serve as technical team or task leader.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology trends and innovations.
• Develop IT checklists, SOPs, guides, and related documentation proactively.
• Communicate effectively through excellent verbal and written skills; demonstrate initiative and independence within established guidelines.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of IT experience, including network infrastructure and security, LAN & WAN environments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Fortinet, Arista, Aruba, or Palo Alto network devices such as wireless access points, firewalls, routers, switches, and controllers.
• Ability to implement, administer, troubleshoot, and maintain network infrastructure.
• Knowledge of application transport and network protocols.
• Skill in quickly learning new technologies and products via documentation and internet resources.
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI, or the ability to obtain SCI clearance.
• Current Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing & Switching - Now Enterprise (Required)
• Security + (Preferred)

System One, and its subsidiaries, including Joulé 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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