26NOS - Inf - Infrastructure Engineer - Mid

Overview

SMS is seeking a Mid level, Network Infrastructure Engineer to work on our AFNIC contract at Maxwell Gunter Air Force Base.

A Network Engineer experienced in architecting and deploying IP networks within large-scale environments and / or datacenter environments.

The Infrastructure Engineer must be able to develop LAN / WAN designs, setup router / switch configurations, design / configure routing protocols, and set up IP subnet schemes.

The Engineer must be able to exhibit strong communication, collaboration, as well as time and project management skills.

This is a position that focuses on customer-facing (production) infrastructure.

SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers’ missions for more than 40 years.

SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States.

For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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Responsibilities

• Develop LAN / WAN network designs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience with LAN / WAN setup, TCP / IP protocol, routing / switching configurations, SolarWinds, Splunk, and firewall technologies.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues such as performance analysis, protocol problems, hardware failures and WAN / LAN connectivity issues.
• Participate in the implementation of agreed upon solutions and strategies.
• Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources.
• Generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems.
• Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects.
• Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality.
• Follow policies and procedures for change and incident management.
• Provide knowledge transfer and informal training to clients and co-workers.
• Ability to install / terminate / test / troubleshoot cabling (CAT6) copper cabling plant and Fiber Optic (Single mode, Multimode).

Qualifications

• Three to eight years of progressively responsible network engineering hands-on experience with Cisco platforms.
• Candidates should have technical experience in all the following areas :
• Individual must have high degree of skills with the MS Office toolsets.
• Experience with Cisco routing / switching platforms and IOS.
• Experience with Cisco SISE / ACS platforms, implementations, and administration.
• Experience in implementing converged networks to include VoIP, VTC and QoS methods.
• Strong understanding of secure network architectures and encryption technologies preferred.
• Have a general knowledge of systems and enterprise storage technologies.
• VoIP component configuration and deployment experience is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Aruba and Dell switch platforms are a plus.
• BISCI training and or certifications on industry standards for cable plant installations testing and maintenance are a plus.
• Candidate must possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, may direct the activities of other team members, diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently as required.
• Ability to lift, rack and provision government furnished equipment (GFE).

Education / Certifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or MIS related field. Advanced degree is preferred. Experience can be used for degree.
• Requires DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification : CompTIA Security+ CE (Continuing Education)
• Requires O / S certification : CCNA or higher.
• Prior experience in a government consulting services environment is required.

Clearance : Active DoD Secret required

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.