Senior Lead Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Employment Type:

Full Time

Department:
Information Technology

Base pay range: $80,000 - $200,000 per year (actual pay based on skills and experience).

CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Network Engineer to join a team focused on the evaluation, enhancement, and maintenance of a large-scale network project that includes both wired and wireless network infrastructure and related hardware & software. The project's objectives are to evaluate the current setup of existing disparate networks and design & implement a network infrastructure that encompasses the wireless, wired, and software network requirements.

The project will also include consultation regarding hardware and software necessary to facilitate the proper support for this encompassing infrastructure, and the associated systems testing, vulnerability assessments, and quality assurance needed to implement the new setup. This Network Engineer will interface with state and local governmental personnel, internal stakeholders, subject matter experts, and vendor(s) who will provide development services.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting‑edge technology. We seek candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. At CGS, employees feel supported and have ample opportunities for professional growth.

• Operate and manage NPS network infrastructure
• Improve infrastructure monitoring and reporting capabilities based on the deployment of network management software
• Develop, maintain, and deliver infrastructure documentation relating to the network infrastructure within the NPS environment
• Review current best practices and provide recommendations for architecture, design, management, and operation of the network infrastructure
• Administration of the Cloudpath (or equivalent) onboarding process, monitoring and troubleshooting of wireless network health, maintenance of wireless network infrastructure, implementation of network security patches and software/firmware updates, from 0800 to 1700 PST, Monday‑Friday
• Assess the NPS network infrastructure and make recommendations on improvement and optimization
• Define and conduct testing procedures for new infrastructure projects
• Implement technology solutions within the NPS network environment
• Provide design guidance on network solutions within NPS infrastructure projects
• Provide informal training and knowledge transfer to NPS resources on best practices and theory of operation relating to network products

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline
• Strong documentation skills including updating JIRA Tickets, Wiki Pages, and Network Diagrams
• Ability to communicate with end users, cross‑organizational staff, and technical assistance center
• CWNA Certification or equivalent
• BCNE Certification or equivalent
• Experience utilizing RF site survey tools such as Ekahau, RF scanners, and Wireshark packet capture software
• Strong knowledge of layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing protocols, including VLANs, 802.1w, OSPF, and VRRP
• Strong knowledge of network security, including 802.1x, MAC authentication, ACLs, RADIUS and certificate of authority (CA)
• Strong knowledge of troubleshooting RF and LAN issues
• Working knowledge of Linux, MS Server 2013, VMware, etc.
• A Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline (preferred)
• At least 3 years of experience with disaster recovery plan creation/implementation testing or projects
• Experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and vulnerability testing
• Experience with cyber threat information collection and analysis
• Working knowledge of Agile/SCUM project management methodologies
• Additional industry certifications/licenses

Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting‑edge technology with world‑class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Join our team and become part of government innovation!

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