Senior Network Engineer - Kuwait

As a Senior Network Engineer, the individual will provide a full range of Information Technology (IT) engineering and installation (E&I) services primarily Kuwait. In this role, the Senior Network Engineer will manage the design, maintenance, and security posture for the enterprise network to provide secure and reliable communications for all users. This includes troubleshooting inter- and intra-theater links. The individual will work under the immediate supervision of a military shift leader or other contract personnel designated by the PM.

Responsibilities:

Performs routing protocols (BGP, BGP VPNv4, EIGRP OSPF, ISIS, RIP, MPLS and VRF) and Multicast protocols (PIM, MSDP and MBGP). Switching protocols (spanning tree, CST, MISTP, PVST, RPVST+, VTP, DTP, GVRP, MAB, VLAN and private VLAN). DMVPN technologies (NHRP phase 3, per tunnel QOS, IKE, IPSEC, EZVPN and site-to-site VPN). IP services (WCCP, AAA, QOS, IP SLA, EEM, Syslog, HSRP, VRRP

GLBP and NTP). Network management tools and protocols (TDMA, NetFlow, SNMP, Cisco Works, GEM-X, SNMPc, ACS, ASDM and CSM)

Hardware experience with ASR, Nexus, ASAs, TACLANEs, and Netscreens

Provides a manned 24/7 network engineering support for the design, configuration, implementation, operational management, and troubleshooting of the enterprise network, including network monitoring. This includes conducting IP management for the theater

Performs day-to-day operations, monitoring, problem identification and diagnosis.

Resolution of network problems in support of DODIN services and networks. This includes providing:

Theater-level network modeling and simulation

Capacity planning

Network optimization (e.g. grooming)

Traffic engineering

New requirements analysis support

Configuration management system updates

Network integration support

Supports and facilitates demonstrations of Coalition or Joint network capabilities. This may include providing support to military exercises and documenting results in the form of a technical report

Additional requirements for the content and format of this technical report may be provided by the exercise or demonstration sponsor

Performs other tasks as required by OSC and the Government contracting team

Required Qualifications/Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must have and maintain Secret Security Clearance or higher

Must have a minimum of 8 or more years’ experience in a network administration role

Must have a CCNP certification

Must be DoD 8570 certified at the IAT-III / IAM-II level, CASP or Higher, with the exception of CAP, and HCISPP

Must have 3-5 years of CISCO FMC-FTD Design & Implemenation experience

Must be able to manage a diverse team and promote a collaborative environment within and across IT teams

Must have proven network engineering, operations, and performance analysis skills

Must have previous experience with Network management and monitoring tools

Must have strong oral and written communication skill

Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving ability

Strong interpersonal skills to assist non-technical individuals with complex technical issues.

Proficient in Microsoft Visio and Word

Preferred Qualifications/Education and Experience.

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Information Technology, Information Management, or Cyber Security)

Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Certification

Prior experience with modern data center technologies, such as Cisco VPC, Cisco VDC, and VRF Lite

OSC Edge delivers a total rewards package that we know will attract, engage and retain top talent. Key elements of our package include a competitive base pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

We offer eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefits offerings. Here are just some of our benefits for our US based positions:

Medical/ Dental/ Vision

Life insurance and AD&D

Flexible Spending

Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage

401(k) and ROTH retirement options and company match

Pet Insurance

Identify Theft and Fraud Protection coverage

About OSC Edge:

Founded in 2008, what started as a small business has grown into a diverse and innovative global team owned by Cook Inlet Region, Inc. an Alaska Native Regional Corporation. As a US Federal contractor, we are a dedicated IT Service Provider supporting the Departments of the Army, Navy, Air Force, DoD Educational Institutions, and large corporate entities. Our expertise is in Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Compliance Management, Enterprise Architecture, IT Support, and CSfC. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply to join our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled