System Engineer

Overview SYSTEMS ENGINEER (RDTE) Bowhead seeks a Systems Engineer (Network) in Dahlgren, VA to maintain multiple computing environments by identifying network requirements; installing upgrades; monitoring network performance, and managing network configuration consistency. The Systems Engineer will provide engineering, design, and implementation solutions for multiple network architectures. Responsibilities Implement local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, & other data networks Maintains network availability in multiple networking environments by administering Cisco campus based switching environments with fiber-based and copper-based Ethernet connectivity (1gig and 10gig). Installs, manages, and maintains Cisco switching components to support campus, wan, and distributed core architectures. Works with Cisco chassis based systems, internet circuit termination equipment, and advanced Cisco management tools. Manage Cisco Prime Infrastructure and analyze network health, workflow, access, information, and security requirements; performing router/ switch administration, interface configuration, and switching protocols. Experience with network routers and switches, and strong Cisco switch and router configuration experience. Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, 802.1x, ACLs, ARP, RADIUS, IPv6, DHCP, Intrusion Prevention, Authentication, and ISP circuit connections Develop and execute test plans to check infrastructure and system performance Perform network modeling and analysis Define diagrams and designs for business technology initiatives Enforce policies for standardizing systems Maintains and monitors core backbone network services in multiple computing environments by identifying network connectivity requirements; performing network upgrades; monitoring network devices and logs, managing wired network connections, and managing network backbone infrastructure. Qualifications 4 Years of experience IAT Level II certification Must have a strong background in Cisco switching and TCP/IP protocol analysis. Previous experience in networking, IT, or other related fields Familiarity with researching communication networks Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills Strong attention to detail, good documentation skills, ability to write clear, concise project reports Ability to function with minimal instruction or supervision, or as a part of larger team reporting to formal project management. Strong communication & organizational skills Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Top Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Top Secret clearance at this location.