Senior Network Engineer

** Req :
** RQ210878

** Type of

Requisition :
** Regular

** Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
** Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

** Public Trust/Other

Required:

** None

** Job Family:
** IT Infrastructure and Operations

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* Skills:

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* Cisco IOS,Internet Protocol Security (IPsec),Linux,Network Monitoring Tools,Routing and Switching

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* Certifications:

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* Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP) | Cisco - Cisco

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* Experience:

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* 8 + years of related experience

** US Citizenship

Required:

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* Yes

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* Job Description:

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* Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the mission to keep our country safe and secure.

** Key Skills for Success:*
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Experience with Cisco IOS, Cisco Routers and Switches, Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), Switching Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

** Principal

Duties / Responsibilities:

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* + Design, plan, build, and maintain secure communications networks supporting enterprise and hybrid environments.

+ Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and IPSec-based VPN solutions for LAN, WAN, and remote-access connectivity.

+ Coordinate LAN/WAN hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements.

+ Ensure network reliability, scalability, and compliance while leveraging automation and emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and support mission-critical business operations.

+ Provide current network diagrams and other documentation.

+ Display a comprehensive understanding of routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VLAN, Spanning Tree, Multicast).

+ In-depth understanding of Cisco IOS platforms and practical knowledge of networking topologies (LAN, WAN) and hands-on experience with IPSec VPNs.

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Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., Solar Winds, Splunk).

+ Design, implement, and maintain complex LAN/WAN infrastructures, including routing, switching, and secure VPN connectivity.

+ Ensure network integrity, compliance with security policies, and proper backup and recovery processes.

+ Install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot F5 BIG-IP systems to ensure applications are fast, available, and secure.

+ Analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex performance and connectivity issues.

+ Proven experience with Cisco Secure Firewalls (FTD/FMC), ISE, and 802.1x authentication, including device access troubleshooting on network switches.

+ Evaluate and integrate new communications technologies to enhance network performance, security, and scalability.

+ Create network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.

+ Document network design and create Standard Operating Procedures for the installation and configuration of network devices.

+ Maintain current knowledge of evolving network and automation technologies.

+ Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide mentorship when needed.

+ Linux system administration (Red Hat Enterprise) preferred.

+ Configure and administer Cisco routers, switches, secure firewalls, and ISE for identity-based access control and 802.1x authentication.

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* Required Qualifications:

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* + Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with lifestyle polygraph.

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Education:

BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience.

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Experience:

8+ years of related experience.

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Certifications:

DoD 8570.01, Cisco CCNP (active) required.

+ Additional

Certifications:

Cisco CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, Dev Net, F5 certification.

+ US citizenship.

** Desiree Qualification.*
* + Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Nexus series switches.

+ Knowledge of F5 BIG-IP.

+ Knowledge of Cisco ISR Gen2 (1900, 2900, 3900 series) and ISR Gen3 (4000 series) routers.

+ Knowledge of Cisco Firepower series firewalls.

+ Knowledge (including installation) of NSA Cryptographic devices (KG-175, KG-250).

+ Knowledge of configuration of Cisco IOS 15.x, Cisco IOS-XE 16.x, and NX-OS 9.x.

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* Location:

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* + On Customer Site

** Citizenship:*
* + US Citizenship Required

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