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Probity Software Private Limited · 2 months ago

PL Network Engineer

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Probity Inc. is seeking a PL Network Engineer to support U.S. Government projects. The role involves providing technical expertise in network engineering, designing complex network systems, and ensuring optimal performance and security in telecommunications.

CommercialEnterprise ApplicationsMobile AppsSoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work as part of a collaborative, multidiscipline team in support of U.S. Government and provide technical subject matter expertise in the field of network engineering and communications modeling

Provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (eg. LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice and Video) requirements, designs and orders

Understands how the overarching INFOSEC and COMSEC security requirements for the Customer network add to the complexity of this position

Performs a full range of complex network designs encompassing multiple technologies and technology layers (LAN, WAN, OS, IOS, etc.) within a single, enterprise network

Evaluates new network technologies and makes recommendations to project managers regarding the integration of these technologies into the existing network infrastructure

Plans new designs and configurations for integration into the enterprise network, using knowledge of the performance characteristics and network interconnect points to ensure effective integration and optimal network performance

Provides engineering and design support for the creation and deployment of communication systems

Research existing technologies and apply COTS/GOTS systems to develop network infrastructure for voice and data systems, using best practice security methodologies

Integrate system design with network architecture to best meet customer requirements

Perform post design support to include installation, configuration, and tier III/IV, O&M support for both enterprise and field deployed systems including local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and system level aspects

Creates simulated networks to test applications over low bandwidth links, troubleshoots network connectivity issues, and install/configure wide area link utilizing radio frequency (RF) communications (i.e. over satellite, cell, and microwave)

Configure/test/maintain network infrastructure that connects to enterprise architecture

Needs to have knowledge of network intrusion detection

Design and optimize network topologies and site configurations

Plan installations, transitions, and cutovers of network components and capabilities

Organize and direct network installations or site surveys

Assess and document current site network configuration and user requirements

Evaluate and recommend COTS applications and methodologies that can be acquired to provide interoperable, portable, and scalable information technology solutions

Ability to convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and provide briefings to high-level government personnel

Must have knowledge of Cisco Routing and Switching, and network architecture planning

Must have knowledge of remote administration and secure Virtual Private Networking, to include IPSEC and SSL

Must understand commercial encryption standards and their application in IP networking

An understanding of Private Branch Exchange telephony, to include Avaya/Nortel telephone switch interfaces

An understanding of RF transport mediums to include cellular, microwave, and satellite communications

An understanding of wired data transport mediums to include Category 5e/6 and fiber optics

Ability to design small to medium scale voice, video, and data networks

Familiarity and experience with various encryption devices and industry standard commercial encryption methods

Knowledge of WAN technologies to include ISDN, POTS, and Satellite voice and data circuits and terminal device configuration

Understanding and experience applying RF communications systems to include HF/VHF/UHF, microwave, and VSAT systems

Thorough understanding and experience with application of routing protocols (particularly TCP/IP) and the configuration and use of networking devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls

Familiarity with wireless standards such as GSM, CDMA, 802.11 and 802.16 technologies

Experience with common test and analysis equipment to include spectrum analyzers, network sniffers, LAN/WAN simulation equipment, and COTS software

Possession of excellent oral and written communications skills

Qualification

Cisco RoutingSwitchingNetwork architecture planningDesign small to medium networksRouting protocols (TCP/IP)Remote administrationVirtual Private NetworkingRF communications systemsWAN technologiesCOTS applicationsEncryption standardsMicrosoft ServerVMWare ESXTest equipmentCommunication skills

Required

ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Work as part of a collaborative, multidiscipline team in support of U.S. Government

Provide technical subject matter expertise in the field of network engineering and communications modeling

Support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications requirements, designs and orders

Understand INFOSEC and COMSEC security requirements for the Customer network

Perform a full range of complex network designs encompassing multiple technologies and technology layers (LAN, WAN, OS, IOS, etc.) within a single, enterprise network

Evaluate new network technologies and make recommendations to project managers regarding the integration of these technologies into the existing network infrastructure

Plan new designs and configurations for integration into the enterprise network

Provide engineering and design support for the creation and deployment of communication systems

Research existing technologies and apply COTS/GOTS systems to develop network infrastructure for voice and data systems

Integrate system design with network architecture to best meet customer requirements

Perform post design support to include installation, configuration, and tier III/IV, O&M support for both enterprise and field deployed systems

Create simulated networks to test applications over low bandwidth links

Troubleshoot network connectivity issues

Install/configure wide area link utilizing radio frequency (RF) communications

Configure/test/maintain network infrastructure that connects to enterprise architecture

Knowledge of network intrusion detection

Design and optimize network topologies and site configurations

Plan installations, transitions, and cutovers of network components and capabilities

Organize and direct network installations or site surveys

Assess and document current site network configuration and user requirements

Evaluate and recommend COTS applications and methodologies for interoperable, portable, and scalable IT solutions

Ability to convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences

Provide briefings to high-level government personnel

Knowledge of Cisco Routing and Switching, and network architecture planning

Knowledge of remote administration and secure Virtual Private Networking, to include IPSEC and SSL

Understand commercial encryption standards and their application in IP networking

Understanding of Private Branch Exchange telephony, to include Avaya/Nortel telephone switch interfaces

Understanding of RF transport mediums to include cellular, microwave, and satellite communications

Understanding of wired data transport mediums to include Category 5e/6 and fiber optics