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Chenega

Defense, intelligence, and federal staffing services

Network Engineer

Network Engineering & AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeRome, NY, USA$103.4k - $115k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • A current CompTIA Network+ certification or at least 3 years of relevant work experience is required.
  • At least 5 years of network experience is required.
  • A current CompTIA Security+ certification or DoD 8570 IAT II baseline certification is required.
  • A valid U.S. driver's license is required.
  • A Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance are required.
  • Successful completion of background and drug screening is required.
  • Experience operating and maintaining IT systems in a research or academic environment.
  • Experience with the Risk Management Framework and hardening and operating IT systems in accordance with DoD or AFRL requirements.
  • Experience applying DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides.
  • Experience with data center-level hardware, including high-speed fiber-optic networking and Storage Area Networks.
  • Experience supporting a highly technical, geographically distributed user base, including scientists, engineers, and developers.
  • Ability to understand system concepts and communicate their applications across multiple levels.
  • Ability to learn new systems and associated software applications quickly.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to schedule and prioritize work to accommodate customer needs while minimizing impacts on current projects.
  • Ability to work with all departments to ensure network availability, security, and accessibility.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage an enterprise IT environment using Cisco, Palo Alto, Dell, Fortinet, and General Dynamics TACLANEs.
  • Ability to manage VMware vSphere TCP/IP, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel networking.
  • Ability to manage a virtualized data center across multiple security classification levels, including Top Secret.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% as requested.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain network systems, including hardware, COMSEC, software, and protocols, while optimizing network performance, reliability, and security.
  • Minimize downtime and ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
  • Troubleshoot network and system issues to identify root causes of user problems.
  • Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and TACLANE encryptors.
  • Protect network security from internal and external threats and vulnerabilities through DISA STIG, ACAS Vulnerability Scan, and RMF compliance.
  • Maintain inventory of networking equipment, COMSEC keys, and TACLANEs, and act as COMSEC Responsible Officer and equipment custodian as needed.
  • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance to maximize uptime and reliability.
  • Use network monitoring tools to proactively identify and address potential problems.
  • Create and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures, to support troubleshooting, maintenance, security, and future upgrades.
  • Package and send unclassified and classified mail according to government shipping procedures.
  • Courier classified equipment and materials between buildings and, as required, between Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio and remote locations.
  • Support responses to security controls within the Risk Management Framework to maintain information-system authorization to operate.
  • Author and maintain policies, processes, and procedures within the organization's Strategic IT Management framework.
  • Maintain a neat, secure, and orderly facility.
  • Complete annual company and customer training according to established policies and procedures.
  • Record labor hours daily in an online corporate system.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, Dell, Fortinet, and VMware vSphere networking.
  • Experience with TACLANE encryptors and GEM One.
  • Experience with Microsoft Visio.
  • Experience operating and maintaining IT systems in a Department of Defense environment.

About the Company

Chenega

Defense, intelligence, and federal staffing services

Chenega is a government services contractor that supplies staffing and support services for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian customers, plus commercial clients. It operates across the United States, its territories, and several countries, tapping wide opportunities in government contracting. Its offerings center on staffing and mission support through various contracts, delivering qualified personnel and services to meet client needs. Unlike many industry players, Chenega is rooted in an Alaska Native village corporation, which shapes its ownership and community-focused approach while competing in a broad national market. The company’s goal is to help government and commercial customers execute their missions by providing reliable, professional personnel and services under contract.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Anchorage, AK
Founded
1974

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