GridironIT is seeking a Lead Network Engineer to go onsite at JBAB in DC.
TS/SCI Clearance is required.
The Network Engineer Lead will provide network engineer/architecture duties as assigned, in support of mission critical Special Access Program (SAP) network. Under broad direction, provides technical leadership in the planning, investigation, design, and implementation of physical and logical communication solutions having network-wide impact. Will provide solutions that incorporate integration of digital encoding formats, line codes, and timing concepts across engineering disciplines and environments.
As a Lead Network Engineer, you will influence team members, the customer, and vendors to define, analyze, and provide solutions for the customers voice, data, and image communications requirements. Prepare complex work prints and schematics to define and illustrate entire network structures and solutions. Identify and recommend new design tools for use in communications projects. Identify and recommend product modifications and vendors to incorporate changes necessary in providing the required capabilities of the customer. Perform evaluation of projected corporate network usage to provide and implement proper media solutions. Plan, design, and implement Network Management Systems to monitor, diagnose, control, and measure performance of multiple communication networks. Identify, analyze, and recommend new network administrative systems to ensure accurate network inventory and timely implementation of network infrastructure.
You Have:
- 5-10 years of experience with Network Administration/Network Engineering, with deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS), hands-on experience with leveraging monitoring, network diagnostic, and network analytics tools, as well as work configuring and installing various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS)
- 5 years of experience with virtual applications, VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi
- Ability to manage several projects simultaneously from design to implementation and perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations
- Ability to report briefings and findings of complex technical and operational topics to leadership, and liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
- Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure, and advise on selection and implementation of security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with cybersecurity team
- Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- Cisco CCNP Certification
Nice If You Have:
- Master’s degree in IT, Information Systems, or Engineering
- VMware Certified Advanced Professional — Network Virtualization Design, including VCAP-NV Design
- VMWare NSX experience
- Cisco CCIE Certification
- CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP certification
- Cisco Advantage/DNAC (DNA Center)
- Gem One and KG knowledge”
Clearance:
Applicants will require Active TS/SCI clearance
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) company specializing in IT Infrastructure, Cyber & Cloud Security, Software Development, and Enterprise Support. Gridiron is an Inc. 5000 2022 recipient and Washington Business Journal Fastest Growing Companies in the Greater Washington Area for 2022. Gridiron offers a competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability insurance, and pet insurance.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $150,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Application Question(s):
- Do you have an active TS/SCI clearance?
Experience:
- Network engineering: 7 years (Required)
- BGP: 2 years (Preferred)
- VMWare: 1 year (Preferred)
- Leadership: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CompTIA Security+ (Preferred)
Security clearance:
Ability to Commute:
- Washington, DC 20032 (Required)
Work Location: In person