Network Engineer (S-NET) - TS/SCI Clearance
Description:
Source One Technical Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer (S-NET) with TS/SCI for a role in Annapolis Junction, MD. The ideal candidate must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and have 8-10+ years of experience with a BS/BA, 6-8+ years with an MS/MA, or 3-5+ years with a PhD. They must also have 2+ years of Cisco experience and proven expertise with Cisco network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and unified communications equipment, along with Information Assurance Certifications consistent with the 8570 IAT Level III.
No sponsorships available
Network Engineer (S-NET) for a role in Annapolis Junction, MD.
Position Description: The Network Engineer will review and analyze the existing network architecture and provide designs for current and modern WAN/MAN/LAN technologies.
Position Job Duties:
Recommend best practices such as SDN, Intent-based networking, network segmentation protocols, etc., to improve the existing architecture and meet new networking requirements
Design telecommunications circuit specifications
Identify the need for routers, switches, and encryption devices to support enterprise services
Deliver service catalog items for automatically provisioning network configurations to deliver Infrastructure-as-Code
Develop and maintain network architecture specifications and artifacts
Designs and plans network communications systems
Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture
Conducts cost/benefit analysis and provides specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements
Conducts testing of network design
Responsible for monitoring network hardware operations to ensure correctly set configuration options
Plans implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network
Advises network users of hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations
Maintains technical expertise in all network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing areas, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
Evaluate and report on new communications technologies to enhance the capabilities of the network
Languages
Must have
English
Native or bilingual proficiency
Experience required
Position Qualifications:
TS/SCI level clearance is required
8-10+ years of experience with a BS/BA, or 6-8+ years with a MS/MA, or 3-5+ years with a PhD
2 years of Cisco experience; proven expertise with Cisco network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, unified communications equipment
Proven experience in VMware environments
Proven experience in virtual and physical Internet Protocol, Fiber Channel networks, and routing protocols
Proven experience designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting LAN, WAN, and low bandwidth networks protected by network encryptors
Proficiency in Automation Tools (e.g., Ansible, Python, or similar)
Expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
Familiarity with Agile Methodologies for iterative network project management
Experience with Change Management Processes to ensure smooth network updates and configurations
Knowledge of DISN (Department of Defense Information Network) or CANES (Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services) systems
Proficiency in Visio or Similar Diagramming Tools for network design documentation
Certification Requirement:
Information Assurance Certifications consistent with the 8570 IAT Level III
Desired:
Professional certification in Cisco, VMware, and/or ITIL is desired
Details:
Job Title: Network Engineer (S-NET)
Security Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI
Assignment Type: Full-time
Salary: Maximum annual salary of $146,000
Required:
TS/SCI level clearance is required
8-10+ years of experience with a BS/BA, or 6-8+ years with a MS/MA, or 3-5+ years with a PhD
2 years of Cisco experience; proven expertise with Cisco network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, unified communications equipment
Proven experience in VMware environments
Proven experience in virtual and physical Internet Protocol, Fiber Channel networks, and routing protocols
Proven experience designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting LAN, WAN, and low bandwidth networks protected by network encryptors
Proficiency in Automation Tools (e.g., Ansible, Python, or similar)
Information Assurance Certifications consistent with the 8570 IAT Level III
Desired:
Professional certification in Cisco, VMware, and/or ITIL is desired