Network Engineer

Network Engineer
Location - Washington, DC
Clearance - TS/SCI
M-F Days
ONSITE
Paid parking or Metro is paid for the candidate Responsibilities:

• Provide a broad range of support to a government agency's Technical Security Program

• Plan, coordinate, and install applications software and hardware for all related operating systems

• Maintain system(s) hardware and software performance and requirements (i.e. troubleshooting, upgrade and licensure) for readiness of use

• Configure and maintain Cisco network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls, taclanes, ISE
• Troubleshoot network issues and provide solutions to ensure optimal network performance

• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve network and system-related issues

• Evaluate the current technology footprint (infrastructure and applications) to determine a roadmap for retirement, sustainment, or introduction of new technologies

• Assess and recommend streamlining strategies for network operations and infrastructure to obtain cost efficiencies and alignment with best practices

• Modernize existing databases, applications, and systems to leverage new technology and standards

• Develop, evaluate and install security systems for information assurance

• Promote awareness of new technical solutions and conduct practical evaluations

• Manage and support user profile definitions to standardize tools for job functions enhancing accessibility and standardization while minimizing risks

• Develop security system policy and network designs for protection of the network

• Support the continued migration of legacy applications to new technology

• Install and maintain the hardware and software of the network infrastructure for video management and security management systems

• Serve as a technical advisor

• Provide technical support and training to end-users

• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and industry trends related to network and system administration

• Provide various support functions including limited equipment, escort, inspection, procurement, inventory, and clerical support as needed Requirements:

• Active Top Secret SCI security clearance

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field

• Minimum of seven to twelve years of specialized experience with Cisco Networking equipment, software, programming, and design

• A current Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification is required; higher certifications are a plus

• Strong understanding of network protocols, architecture, and topology

• Experience in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco network devices

• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools such as Orion, ISE, CLI, Visio

• Experience in PowerShell scripting or other automation tools a plus

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills