Senior Network Systems Engineer NBD
Apply NowCompany: By Light Professional IT Services
Location: Arlington, VA 22204
Description:
Responsibilities
Required Experience/Qualifications
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES:
Special Requirements/Security Clearance
- Drive the design, maintenance, and support of a variety of routed and switched TCP/IP networking systems including LAN / WAN / ACD / VoIP / VoSIP in a highly secure, regulated DoD environment.
- Leverage several network management and analysis systems to monitor, troubleshoot, plan and measure network and host communication and performance at all levels of the OSI model.
- Drive the design and configuration of firewalls, routing, and switching to enhance security, ensure high availability, improve functionality, and support scalability.
- Drive the design, implementation, and securing of core Voice networking infrastructure in Ribbon
- Establish and maintain connections between on-premises networks and Ribbon and monitor network performance
- Identify and apply Networking Security Best Practices.
- Maintain and support DISA J-6 Pentagon Voice communication equipment, systems, and solutions.
- Maintain and support all DISA J-6 Pentagon Voice and Data Service Provider connections.
- Ensure the highest level of security and availability for core and branch networking and telephony systems.
- Acts as a key collaborative resource with business, leadership, and technology teams for routine issues and project-related requirements.
- Drive the Development and maintenance of knowledge base and procedural documentation.
- Drive engagement in a continuous cross-training environment with junior team members
- Continuous learning and development for relevant technology platforms and disciplines are expected for this position
- Must be flexible to work after-hour support for maintenance, upgrades, emergency outage support to the system
Required Experience/Qualifications
- Any combination of education or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in information systems or related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of hands-on experience with LAN/WAN technology.
- 8 - 10+ years of experience in networking engineering role.
- Experience working with network event and log management systems required.
- DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II/8140 Computing Environment (CE) Certification as determined by the Program Manager is required prior to support on contract
- IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification Security+ or equivalent
- Advanced understanding of core TCP/IP/SIP protocol suite and ability to troubleshoot.
- Advanced understanding of network security systems, processes, appliances and software suites.
- Advanced knowledge and experience with Enterprise Network solutions such as Ribbon AS, Switches and IOS-based Routers and Switches, , etc.
- Advanced experience with Voice Network design and implementation. Ribbon Desired
- Advanced experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and syslog event correlation systems.
- Expert-level knowledge and experience with WAN routing and design
- Advance knowledge of Windows and Linux OS (RedHat, etc.) especially relating to networking and security.
- Strong knowledge of VoIP technologies.
- Strong knowledge and experience managing service provider SIP and circuit technologies.
- Experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g. Python, Perl, C++, BASH)
- Experience working with VOIP and/or Cloud UC solutions required.
- Organization and prioritization skills essential.
- Ability to work alone or with little supervision.
- Interest in pursuing further education and training.
- Must stay current with industry trends and evolving network technologies.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel. Some travel is required
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Preferred experience working in Department of Defense or Government Agency network environments.
- Industry certification highly desirable (ex: Ribbon, Cisco,)
- Experience with cloud networking desired
Special Requirements/Security Clearance
- Must possess a Secret clearance