Senior Network Engineer - WAN

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works under general supervision, developing the requirements of a product from inception to conclusion.
• Develops required specifications for simple to moderately complex problems.
• The current and anticipated network equipment for which the vendor must have expertise includes a COTS 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN and associated software and hardware equipment.
• The network consists of a corporate, campus-wide CISCO LAN plant with Gigabit switching and routing to internal servers and external networks.
• DLA J6 owns the Corporate Network and the underground cable.
• Coordinates with the Vendor PM, COTRs, and government user representatives to ensure accurate solutions and user satisfaction on technical matters.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret Clearance. Must possess a High Risk, Critical Sensitive, Tier 5/SSBI investigation.
• Five (5) years of progressive Information Technology (IT) experience including at least two projects in the following technical areas:  
  • Network Management (Local Area Network (LAN)/ Wide Area Network (WAN)) - Updated/changed configuration files, provided support doing refresh of hardware and firmware, researched and applied compliance requirements (Patch Management). Involved in preventive and corrective measures and complied with configuration management documentation. Evaluated new network sites, services, and products.
  • Service Desk Support - Provided real-time monitoring of DLA's WAN (Both classified and unclassified) using state-of-the-art network monitoring and management tools. Responded to anomalies depicted by automated network alerts, and conducting initial triage to resolve errors within the network infrastructure to ensure continuous operations.
• Active DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level III.
• Computing Environment Certifications:
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP-E).
  • Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or higher certification.
    • Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) certification is preferred over CCSA.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One or more of the following certifications:
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals.
  • CompTIA Cloud+.
  • Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE).

Overview

TekSynap is seeking a Corporate Enterprise Network (WAN): Network Engineer - Senior to join our government project supporting Defense Logistics Agency.

This position is in support of Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).  DLA is an agency of the Department of Defense. DLA Information Operations, Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS), Information Operations Enterprise Enclave (IOEE), Information Operations Secure Enterprise Enclave (IOSEE) located enterprise wide at multiple DLA locations. This position is intended to support the Enterprise Telecommunications Network and Cloud functions by exercising skills and expertise in telecom engineering and operational support of current and new technologies.

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.

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.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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: The primary place of performance will be at the contractor’s facility, within 15 miles of Fort Belvoir, or an approved place of performance Off-Site. Pre-approved alternate work locations include the following DLA locations and surrounding commuting zones: DLA Disposition Services, Battle Creek, MI 49037; DLA Defense Supply Center, Columbus, OH 43213; DLA Dayton, WPAFB, Dayton OH 45433; DLA Distribution, New Cumberland, PA 17070; DLA Ogden Defense Depot, Ogden, UT 84404; DLA Troop Support, Philadelphia, PA 19111; DLA Aviation, Richmond, VA 23297; DLA Distribution, Anniston, AL 36201; DLA Distribution, San Diego, CA 92136; DLA Disposition Services, Fort Bragg, NC 28307; DLA Disposition Services, Robins AFB, GA 31098; DLA Disposition Services, Tobyhanna, PA 18466.
• Type of environment: Office, Varies
• 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%

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.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• US Citizen
• Active Secret clearance with a High Risk, Critical Sensitive, Tier 5/SSBI investigation.  

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $75,000.00 - 125,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

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.

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.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance.  Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.  Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.

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, 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.

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