Senior Network​/Systems Tools Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior Network/Systems Tools Engineer with Security Clearance
New Gen Technologies has an opening for a Senior Network/Systems Tools Engineer to support the Intelligence Sector. 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA Requirements TS SCI CI Poly Candidate must have 16 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a Doctorate and 8 years, master's and 10 years, bachelor's and 12 years, associates and 14 years or HS diploma and 16 years.

Required qualifications include the following:
* Must be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2.
* Technical Knowledge:
Deep expertise in container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes in Linux environments.
* Operating Systems:
Proficiency in Linux (RHEL) with experience administering tools in virtualized or containerized environments.
* Problem Solving and Communication:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, possess solid communication skills, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively. Desired:
* Database Knowledge:
Knowledge and familiarity of database management systems like Postgre

SQL or Vertica.
* Networking Fundamentals:
Knowledge of network protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VPN, VLAN, DNS, DHCP) and experience with network monitoring tools.
* Automation:
Familiarity with scripting languages for automation, such as Perl, Ruby, or Python. The job duties are as follows:
* System Architecture:
Design, implement, and maintain the Open Text Network Operations Management (NOM) system architecture, with a specific focus on the Operations Bridge for the Transformation and Integration Cloud (OPTIC) Data Lake, ensuring a scalable, resilient, and secure platform for enterprise network management, performance monitoring, and compliance reporting.
* Security & Compliance:
Provide SME support and guidance to junior administrators and operators that manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls within NOM to ensure data security and compliance.
* Administration & Maintenance:
Plan, install, configure, secure, upgrade, and patch the OPTIC Data Lake (DL) in containerized environments (e.g., Kubernetes). Conduct similar duties for the Juniper Routing Director (formerly Paragon), which runs Kubernetes with a Linux base OS. Develop and maintain API integrations using REST APIs and connectors to connect both platforms with other enterprise systems and applications.
* Performance & Optimization:
Monitor and optimize the performance and stability of the Open Text NOM and OPTIC DL systems, proactively identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks.
* Configuration:
Configure and manage data ingestion into the OPTIC Data Lake, ensuring seamless integration of topology, events, and metrics from various sources.
* Data Management & Reporting:
Administer the OPTIC DL, including data ingestion, storage, backup, and restore processes, and manage Stakeholder Dashboards and reports for capacity planning and trend analysis.
* Troubleshooting & Support:
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to installation, configuration, performance, and integrations, working with vendor support when necessary.
* Documentation & Training:
Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation according to standards.
* Automation:
Automate routine operational processes using scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, Power Shell) to increase efficiency and reduce manual workload.