Network Specialist

SMX is seeking a Network Specialist to s erve as an Information Technology Specialist in the Plans and Projects Section with Administration and Resources Management Division, Information Systems Management Branch. This position will provide onsite support to our Marine Corps client at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. The Network Specialist will have primary responsibility to plan, develop, manage, advise, configure, administer, monitor, install and maintain all installation data communications infrastructures on various U.S. Government Installations supporting the U.S. Marine Corps. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs on-site site survey/analysis of local, campus, and wide area network architectures and systems to determine reliability, maintainability, safety, conformance with human factors, engineering principles, and to ensure they satisfy user and mission requirements Recommends appropriate modifications/upgrades to equipment and/or configurations based on performance monitoring parameters, site peculiarities or operational requirements Manages the Unclassified But Sensitive Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNET) and the Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNET) transport extensions with the responsibility to provide the network with local site assistance/troubleshooting in case of any hardware failure or circuit degradation or outages Manages HQMC secure facilities as local point of contact with the responsibility to identify, define, review, evaluate, validate, integrate, coordinate, plan and support HQMC user requirements within the facility with local mission partners and base command elements Plans and conducts studies to identify, define, review, evaluate, validate, integrate, and prioritize requirements for installation and integration of network and data communications interface requirements, while ensuring ADPE and network security requirements are adhered to Manages current and future ADPE facilities including development of physical plant specifications, equipment layout and related support planning such as electrical, air conditioning, cabling, security requirements, and telecommunications interfaces Develops plans and procedures for integrating data communications systems and network equipment operations, maintenance and security into Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Reviews procedures, regulations, and directives proposed by higher authority concerning equipment management and network operations for impact and required changes at the local level Required Skills and Experience: Clearance Required: TS/SCI Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) concepts, principles, and practices to accomplish work processes through the use of IT devices, methods, services, electronic monitoring tools and facilities Knowledge of local policy and well as policies of agencies world wide in order to define, coordinate, plan, and satisfy user requirements for IT equipment and systems Desired Qualifications: 4+ years of technical experience At SMX , we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success. We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration. SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans. Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.