Senior Network Engineer

Position : Senior Network Engineer Location : Quantico, VA (Onsite 5 days a week) Responsibilities : Network Performance Monitoring and Control : - Monitor and control the performance and status of network resources across multiple enclaves using advanced software and hardware tools.

• Documentation and Collaboration : - Develop and maintain comprehensive networking documentation, encompassing drawings, cut sheets, configurations, and deployment plans.
• Collaborate closely with RKB tenant agency engineers to support networking-related projects.- Technical Support and Troubleshooting : - Provide day-to-day subject matter expert support for RKB tenant agencies, offering expertise in troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues for all network systems.
• Hardware / Software Management : - Design, configure, and install networking hardware / software replacements and upgrades with a focus on minimizing downtime and optimizing network efficiency.
• Vendor Coordination : - Work collaboratively with vendors in support of the ITCSU, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies and resolving any issues promptly.
• Security and Compliance : - Ensure all networking applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and vulnerabilities are resolved or mitigated promptly, maintaining a secure network environment.
• Preventative Maintenance : - Perform routine preventative maintenance services on all devices within the networking area of responsibility, ensuring maximum operational efficiency.
• Continuous Learning : - Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in data center and service provider domains, incorporating relevant advancements into the network infrastructure to enhance performance.
• Programmatic Development and Security Mitigation : - Collaborate with team engineers to develop programmatic actions aimed at minimizing security risks and optimizing network functionality.
• Reporting and Documentation : - Prepare and maintain necessary reports as required, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of network performance and issues.
• Ad-hoc Tasks : - Perform other tasks as required by OSC and the Government contracting office, contributing to the overall success of the network infrastructure.

Required Qualifications / Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Management, or Cyber Security, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in computer system / network engineering, including at least two (2) years of data center experience.
• Previous experience as a Network Engineer in a large government environment.- Extensive expertise with OSPF, BGP, and HSRP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco ASR routers, Catalyst switches, Nexus switches, and ASA Firewalls.- Proficiency in Microsoft Visio and Word.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification or successful completion of DCCOR, ENCOR, SPCOR exams.- DoD 8570 certification at the IAT-II / IAM-II level.

Security Clearance : Must have and maintain a Secret personnel clearance and be eligible for a TS / SCI clearance. Preferred Qualifications / Education and Experience : Previous experience with modern data center technologies, including Cisco VPC, Cisco VDC, and VRF Lite, enhancing network efficiency and functionality.