Network Senior System Engineer w/Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are seeking a Network Senior System Engineer to join TekSynap in delivering innovative, mission-focused IT solutions for our DoD customers. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology-related field OR
  • An additional four (4) years of MS Systems Administration experience (in lieu of the degree)

Experience

• Eight (8) years of experience in Cisco devices, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, routing protocols, UCS, DWDM, and various routing, switching, and data center platforms.
• Eight (8) years of experience configuring, operating, and troubleshooting networks.

Certifications 

• Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing (CCNP) Enterprise Core

AND One of the following:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• CompTIA SecurityX

• GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)
• Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) 

Clearance

• Top Secret – IT-I (Tier 5) must be able to attain SCI and HCS/G/NATO read-on/access. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• TNCC and ITOC personnel provide Tier II / III customer service support to US ARMY INSCOM customers.
• Responsible for providing software support to CISCO routers and switches, Dell PCs, Sun Servers, Juniper routers, In-Line Encryption (INE) devices, network security appliances, and other related network hardware.
• Provide technical guidance to junior Network/System engineers.
• Responsible for installation/de-installation and maintenance of telecommunications equipment and supporting infrastructure for and within the spaces and satellite components supported by the network structure.
• Support fiber optic data communications transport equipment, fiber optic cable plants supporting the various networks, and all associated hubs, patch panels, and connector types involved in the support of the network structure.
• Identify and recommend mission hardware and mission support solutions based on research and analysis of new technologies.
• Report to management on progress of installations of hardware upgrades or changes.
• Recommend improvements to communications infrastructure.
• Update system hardware to ensure system currency (as defined by OEMs and industry best practices, and Federal/DoD mandates).
• Support implementation of ASR, ACS, and other CISCO technologies.
• Apply experience in standards for transport including DWDM and routing protocols such as BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, OSPF, and LISP.
• Perform Network Infrastructure Configuration.
• Maintain strong communication skills to effectively interface with military officials, managers, and subordinates.

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations: Fort Belvoir, VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Top Secret clearance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Additional Job Information

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com. 

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. 

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [email protected] for assistance.